Direct Tax Manager (CA)

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Role & responsibilities:

• Lead direct tax planning, tax optimization strategies, and ensure full compliance with Income Tax laws, including TDS and Transfer Pricing provisions.
• Prepare, review, and file Tax Audits, Income Tax Returns (ITR), TDS Returns, Advance Tax, Form 3CD, Form 3CEB, and other statutory tax forms.
• Ensure timely calculation, deposit, and filing of TDS and Advance Tax (monthly and quarterly).
• Handle direct tax assessments, IT scrutiny notices, audit responses, and other communication with tax authorities.
• Maintain accurate and updated documentation for all tax-related transactions, filings, and reports.
• Collaborate with business and finance teams to advise on transactional tax implications and provide tax risk mitigation strategies.
• Track and interpret updates in Indian Direct Tax laws (e.g., amendments to the Income Tax Act), assess impact, and ensure organizational readiness.
• Promote a culture of tax compliance, internal awareness, and good governance practices within the finance function.
• Provide leadership in tax advisory for corporate transactions, cross-border dealings, and related-party transactions.

Preferred candidate profile:

• Qualified

  Chartered Accountant (CA)

  with post qualification experience of direct tax in a corporate role
• Strong understanding of Income Tax, TDS, and Transfer Pricing regulations
• Experience in Tax Audits, TDS returns, Advance Tax, and Income Tax return filings
• Hands-on exposure to tax assessments, scrutiny cases, and responding to tax notices
• Familiar with Form 3CD, Form 3CEB, and related statutory filings
• Proficient in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/Tally) and Microsoft Excel for tax compliance
• Strong in documentation, interpretation of tax laws, and impact analysis
• Effective communication and cross-functional coordination skills
• Based in Surat or willing to relocate at own cost
• Preference for candidates with recent CA firm background (Big 4 or mid-size firms in direct tax)