Director/Associate Director- Taxation

The role involves end-to-end responsibility for managing and leading direct and indirect tax compliance and advisory functions for Indian and overseas group entities, including charitable trusts. You will work closely with cross-functional teams within Finance, Legal, and Business to ensure accurate and timely compliance, manage tax risks, and lead strategic tax initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Direct Tax Compliance & Advisory: - Manage all direct tax compliances including advance tax, income tax returns, transfer pricing, TDS, lower/nil TDS certificates, and Tax Residency Certificates (TRC) for Indian and overseas group entities. - Review and file Form 15CA/CB for foreign remittances including international tax analysis and tracker maintenance. - Oversee tax assessments, appeals, tax audits, statutory audits, and coordination for the same across entities and jurisdictions. - Analyze inter-company transactions to ensure adherence to transfer pricing policies and group agreements. - Review books of accounts for income tax provisioning, deferred tax calculations, and overall tax accuracy. - Lead critical tax projects, including business restructurings, tax optimization initiatives, and advisory on complex tax matters. Indirect Tax (GST, Customs & International VAT): - Manage GST compliance across the group including return filings, reconciliations, audits, and system implementations (e-invoicing, e-way bills). - Review GSTR 2A vs 3B reconciliations, address mismatches, and ensure follow-ups and resolutions. - Supervise customs compliance, including reviewing Bills of Entry, packing lists, and identifying benefits under EPCG and other exemptions. - Provide advisory on indirect tax matters related to HSN codes, GST rates, documentation, and movement of goods. - Review and support responses for GST litigation including show cause notices, discrepancy reports, and departmental audits. - Analyze inter-company transactions under GST, particularly focusing on valuation, compliance, and cross-border applicability. - Support foreign VAT return reviews and coordinate with consultants in respective jurisdictions. - Coordinate with Finance on due diligence audits, internal audits, and statutory audits impacting indirect tax positions. Experience: You should be a CA with 9+ years of experience in managing end-to-end direct and indirect taxation for Indian and global entities, including charitable trusts. Strong expertise in tax compliance, litigation, advisory, and transfer pricing, with a proven track record in driving strategic tax initiatives and managing cross-functional stakeholder alignment.,