Deputy Manager- Taxation

Job Summary:

This role will involve assitance in managing direct and indirect tax compliances, provide internal advisory on tax matters, and support litigation processes. It offers an opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to multinational tax operations in a listed entity, working closely with senior leaders to ensure direct and indirect compliances and strategic tax advisory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and file direct tax returns viz. preparing tax computation, ITR 6 form, computing monthly TDS and filing quarterly returns, assistance in preparing transfer pricing documentation)
• Prepare and file Indirect tax returns viz. preparing monthly GST computations, preparing and filing GSTR-1, 6, 3B, 9/9C and drawing necessary reconciliations (GSTR 2B to books, ECL to books, Sales reconciliation, etc.)
• Prepare tax computations, drawing up reconciliations for domestic and international entities, ensuring compliance with Income tax and GST laws
• Compute advance tax, tax provision and deferred tax for finalization of consolidated and standalone accounts
• Form 26AS reconciliation with books for each business unit with consolidated entity level transactions
• Clause 34(a) reconciliation with books
• Perform input tax credit validations, refund claims, and audit support for GST and other indirect taxes.
• Support tax litigation by preparing responses to notices, appeals, and assessments under Direct/Indirect tax regimes; assist in hearings and documentation; this will include:
• Prepare tax submissions before the tax officer during income-tax assessments/GST audits/routine notices
• Preparing appeal memo and written submissions before the Commissioner (appeals) and Income-tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT)/CESTAT/GST Tribunal
• Provide internal advisory on tax implications for business transactions, including cross-border transactions, TDS matters, GST matters, and other operations matters.
• Research on various tax matters including important case laws, changes to the law and share the important points which impact the Company
• Prepare specific guidance notes for amendments to the law in place
• Maintain tax databases, track amendments, and contribute to process improvements and automation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (finance, legal, operations) for timely compliances and advisory.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA)
• 0-4 years of post-qualification experience in Direct Tax (Income Tax, TDS) and/or Indirect Tax (GST) compliances, preferably in a multinational or Big 4 firm.
• Strong knowledge of Indian tax laws, including Income tax act, 1961, GST laws, and international tax concepts
• Familiarity with tax portals (e.g., GSTN, TRACES, Income Tax e-filing) and MS Office; ERP exposure (SAP/Microsoft dynamics 365) is a plus.

Skills & Competencies:

• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and accuracy in computations.
• Effective communication skills for internal advisory and stakeholder coordination.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in an efficient and effective manner
• Proactive learner with eagerness for litigation support and advisory growth
• Presentation skills to leadership team
• Team player