Overview
Tax Strategy & Planning:
– Develop and implement the organization’s tax strategy to optimize tax liabilities.
– Ensure compliance with all local, national, and international tax laws and regulations.
Tax Compliance:
– Oversee the preparation and timely filing of all direct and indirect tax returns, including corporate tax, GST/VAT, TDS, transfer pricing, and customs duties.
– Ensure accurate tax provisioning and reporting in financial statements.
Advisory & Risk Management:
– Advise management on tax implications of business decisions, mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring.
– Identify and mitigate tax risks through proactive monitoring and controls.
Audit & Litigation Management:
– Manage tax audits, assessments, and investigations by tax authorities.
– Handle litigation and represent the organization in tax disputes and appeals
Team Leadership:
– Lead and mentor a team of tax professionals, fostering a high-performance culture.
– Provide training and updates on changes in tax laws and regulations.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:
– Work closely with internal departments, external advisors, and government agencies.
– Ensure alignment of tax strategy with business objectives.
Qualifications & Experience:
– CA/CPA or equivalent qualification is mandatory.
– Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in taxation, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
– In-depth knowledge of direct and indirect tax laws, transfer pricing, and international taxation.
– Experience in handling tax audits, compliance, and litigation.
– Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
– Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Key Competencies:
– Strategic thinking and planning.
– Leadership and people management.
– Attention to detail and accuracy.
– Strong ethical standards and integrity.
– Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.