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LHDN Tax Audit Support in Malaysia
An LHDN tax audit is a review by the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (HASiL) to confirm that reported income, deductions and tax obligations are supported by records and comply with tax law.
HTL helps businesses organize documents, assess possible exposures and respond professionally to audit queries.
- Identify the audit scope, information requested and response deadline.
- Preserve and organize accounting, tax and supporting records.
- Reconcile the accounts and tax returns before submitting explanations.
- Avoid incomplete, inconsistent or unsupported responses to audit queries.
How HTL Can Help
HTL provides structured tax-audit support from the initial notice and document review through reconciliations, written responses and query coordination.
Audit Notice & Scope Review
Review the notice, requested years, information list and response deadline before work begins.
Tax Health Check & Risk Assessment
Compare tax positions with available accounts and records to identify areas requiring explanation or support.
Document & Schedule Compilation
Organize supporting documents, tax schedules and reconciliations in a clear response file.
Tax Return-to-Accounts Reconciliation
Reconcile tax returns and computations to financial statements, ledgers and relevant supporting schedules.
Response Preparation & Query Management
Prepare clear written responses and coordinate follow-up questions with the tax authority.
Meeting & Resolution Support
Support audit discussions and resolution steps within our professional scope; no particular outcome is guaranteed.
Why Businesses Work with HTL
Licensed Tax Agent Team
Work with tax professionals led by a Ministry of Finance-approved tax agent.
Deloitte Tax Experience
Draw on Big Four corporate-tax experience across compliance, incentives and audit matters.
Audit & Finance Perspective
Combine audit training and Financial Controller experience to understand both records and business context.
Clear, Documented Responses
Present reconciliations and explanations in a structured format for efficient review.
Practical Communication
Coordinate audit information clearly with management and the relevant tax officers in English, Mandarin or Malay.
Key Tax Audit Areas We Address
- Reported income, expenses and tax deductions.
- Fixed assets, capital allowances and supporting schedules.
- Payroll, withholding tax and related-party transaction records.
- Written responses, document submissions and audit meetings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a business do after receiving an LHDN tax audit notice?
Review the deadline, preserve relevant records and seek professional support promptly before responding to LHDN.
What records may be requested during a tax audit?
Records may include tax computations, ledgers, invoices, bank statements, agreements, payroll information and supporting documents for the years under review.
How can HTL support an LHDN tax audit?
HTL can review records, identify issues, prepare explanations and supporting schedules, and assist with correspondence and meetings with LHDN.
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