Overview

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

A leading and well-established chemical manufacturer with over 60 years of experience has successfully secured a dominant position in India’s chemical industry. With a market share exceeding 40%, they are the largest chemical supplier to both domestic and multinational companies in one of the world’s fastest-growing economies.

Strategic Tax Leadership:

– Design and implement global tax strategy aligned with business objectives.

– Lead post-acquisition tax integration with the German entity.

– Develop tax-efficient structures for international operations.

– Manage global transfer pricing policies and documentation.

– Optimize group’s effective tax rate while ensuring compliance.

Compliance & Risk Management:

– Oversee global tax compliance across all jurisdictions.

– Manage direct tax obligations.

– Monitor and respond to changing tax legislation across regions.

– Implement tax risk management frameworks.

– Manage Tax Audits, Transfer Pricing Audits compliance.

– Manage Direct tax litigations and closely work with tax expert to address.

– Ensure proper tax accounting and reporting under various standards (IFRS, local GAAP).

M & A and Structure:

– Provide tax advisory support for future M&A activities.

– Structure cross-border transactions tax-efficiently.

– Manage tax aspects of group reorganizations.

– Optimize holding company and subsidiary structures.

Team Leadership:

– Build and lead a global tax team.

– Coordinate with regional finance heads and tax managers.

– Manage relationships with external tax advisors and authorities.

– Develop tax capabilities across the organization.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education: Qualified CA

Experience: Minimum 15+ years in international taxation, preferably in the chemical/manufacturing industry or Big 4 consultancy.

Preferred Skills: Global exposure and a strong business partnering mindset.

Key Expertise:

– Managing tax complexities post-acquisition.

– Integrating tax operations seamlessly.

– Designing tax-efficient structures for growth.

– Building and leading a robust global tax function.