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Job Title: Direct Tax Analyst / Senior Analyst / Associate / Executive / Manager / Tax Consultant / Head of Direct Taxation / VP - Taxation
Department: Finance – Taxation
Job Purpose: To ensure timely and accurate compliance with direct tax laws, optimize tax liabilities, manage assessments, audits, and represent the company in tax-related matters. Senior roles will also oversee tax strategy, advisory, litigation, and risk management, contributing to the organization’s financial integrity and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:✅ For Analyst / Associate / Executive (Entry to Mid-level)Preparation and filing of direct tax returns (Income Tax, TDS, etc.).
Manage TDS compliance: deduction, deposit, and returns filing.
Assist in preparing tax computations, deferred tax calculations, and tax provisioning.
Support tax audits, statutory audits, and transfer pricing documentation.
Track notices, orders, and respond to tax authorities under guidance.
Maintain direct tax documentation, data, and records.
✅ For Senior Analyst / Manager / Consultant (Mid to Senior-level)Review and ensure accurate filing of corporate income tax returns, TDS, and advance tax.
Handle assessments, appeals, and litigations before tax authorities.
Evaluate tax risks and provide solutions to minimize tax exposure.
Collaborate with internal teams on tax implications for business transactions.
Lead tax audits, transfer pricing studies, and tax reconciliations.
Provide direct tax advisory for mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings.
Stay updated on tax law changes and ensure organizational compliance.
✅ For Head of Direct Taxation / VP – Taxation (Leadership level)Lead the direct tax function including tax compliance, advisory, and litigation.
Develop and implement tax strategies aligned with business goals.
Engage with external advisors, legal counsel, and tax authorities.
Drive risk management around direct tax and ensure governance.
Represent the company in high-stake litigation and tax policy discussions.
Lead tax planning for international taxation, cross-border transactions, and BEPS compliance.
Report to CFO/Board on tax risks, liabilities, and strategic tax planning.
Key Skills and Competencies: Strong understanding of Indian Direct Tax Laws, including Income Tax Act, Transfer Pricing, and International Taxation.
Familiarity with tax accounting standards (IND-AS/IFRS) and deferred tax workings.
Good knowledge of tax compliance tools and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and interpretation skills.
Ability to manage deadlines, pressure, and multiple stakeholders.
Behavioral Skills: Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
Stakeholder management and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Ethical conduct and high integrity.
Proactive, attention to detail, and solution-oriented mindset.
Qualifications: CA / CPA / MBA (Finance) / LLB / M.Com specialized in taxation or related field.
Experience: Analyst/Associate/Executive: 1–3 years in direct tax.
Senior Analyst/Consultant/Manager: 4–8 years in direct tax compliance and advisory.
Head of Direct Taxation / VP: 10–20+ years with leadership experience in taxation for large corporates or consulting firms.
Key Challenges: Navigating complex and changing tax regulations.
Managing litigation and regulatory scrutiny effectively.
Aligning tax strategies with dynamic business models and global operations.
Reporting To: Analyst to Manager: Tax Head or Senior Tax Manager.
Head of Direct Taxation / VP: CFO or Group Finance Head.
