Tax Specialist

About the Company

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Tax Specialist to join our Finance team. The ideal candidate will ensure end-to-end compliance across direct tax, indirect tax, employee-related tax obligations (PF, PT), and international tax, while supporting audits, planning, and process improvements.

About the Role

The Tax Specialist will be responsible for ensuring compliance with various tax obligations and supporting the Finance team in audits and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Direct & Indirect Tax Compliance

• Timely and accurate GST filings (monthly, quarterly, annual) across multiple states
• Oversee TDS calculations, monthly payments, quarterly returns, and year-end Form 16/16A issuance
• File corporate income tax returns and support advance tax computations
• Perform 26AS reconciliations and maintain statutory registers

• Employee Tax Compliance – PF & PT

• Ensure accurate calculation, deduction, and timely deposit of Provident Fund (PF) contributions
• Handle Professional Tax (PT) computation and state-wise filings
• Liaise with the payroll team and third-party vendors to ensure smooth operations and monthly compliance
• Stay updated with regulatory changes in PF/ESI/Gratuity/PT and advise HR/Finance accordingly

• Tax Audits & Assessments

• Support statutory, internal, and tax audits with reconciliations and documentation
• Handle GST, Income Tax, TDS, PF, and PT assessments and replies to tax notices
• Coordinate with external consultants and represent the company before tax authorities if needed

• Transfer Pricing & International Taxation

• Ensure compliance with Transfer Pricing regulations, maintain documentation and support in Form 3CEB preparation
• Monitor tax implications of international transactions and expansion strategies
• Collaborate on cross-border structuring and tax advisory for new markets (e.g., US subsidiary)

• Advisory & Planning

• Advise internal teams on tax-efficient structuring of commercial agreements
• Proactively monitor changes in tax laws and assess business impact
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and ensure optimal tax planning

• Process Automation & Coordination

• Collaborate with internal teams to automate tax calculations, payments, and filings
• Maintain strong coordination with Finance, Payroll, HR, and Legal for holistic compliance

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA) or semi-qualified CA with strong tax background
• 4–7 years of experience in direct, indirect, and employee-related taxation
• Experience with logistics, fintech, or export-oriented companies is preferred
• Proficiency with tax portals (GSTN, TRACES, EPFO, PT), Tally/Zoho, and MS Excel

Required Skills

• High attention to detail and compliance orientation
• Ability to manage multiple filings and deadlines efficiently
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills
• Self-driven, process-oriented, and eager to build scalable systems in a high-growth environment