Manager/Senior Manager - Direct Taxation

Role & responsibilities

Strategic Tax Planning & Policy Development

• Formulate and implement strategies, policies, and guidelines related to direct taxation in line with regulatory and business requirements.
  
• Conduct annual direct tax planning to optimize tax liability and ensure statutory compliance.

Tax Compliance & Filings

• Oversee timely and accurate preparation and filing of income tax returns, advance tax computations, and transfer pricing reports.
  
• Manage all tax-related documentation and disclosures, including Transfer Pricing (TP) studies and filings.
  
• Ensure compliance with corporate tax laws, maintaining audit-ready documentation and certifications.
  

Litigation & Assessment Management

• Represent the organization in tax assessments, appearing before Assessing Officers, Commissioners, and other tax authorities.
  
• Manage and resolve ongoing and legacy tax litigations in collaboration with legal and tax consultants.
  
• Prepare necessary details and responses to queries from auditors and tax authorities.
  

Advisory & Stakeholder Coordination

• Engage with external tax consultants for advisory on tax implications of new projects, business structuring, and regulatory changes.
  
• Provide strategic tax input on business initiatives and capital projects.
  
• Coordinate with banks and financial institutions for necessary tax documentation and certifications.
  
• Handle day-to-day tax-related queries and coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth operations.

Preferred candidate profile

• Chartered Accountant (CA) with 1015 years of experience in direct tax, with a minimum of 3 to 5 years in a managerial role
  
• Strong knowledge of Income Tax Act, Transfer Pricing regulations, and Tax Litigation process
  
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and stakeholder management skills
  
• Ability to independently handle assessments, audits, and representation before tax authorities