Assistant Manager - Taxation (Direct)

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing, managing, and overseeing filing of regular tax returns, including Income tax, TDS, and any other direct tax filings and ensuring that all compliances are done as per the statutory timelines.
• Developing and maintaining Compliance procedures and risk assessment frameworks, to ensure effective tax management.
• Review Audit preparations and ensure that the Tax Audit Report is filed as per the due date.
• Transfer pricing support including ensuring that Transfer Pricing compliances are filed as per the due dates.
• Income Tax Assessment preparation and submission. Ensure that all assessments are completed and complied with as per the timelines
• Assist with Income Tax audits including replying to various Income Tax notices and routine show cause notices as per the timelines and ensure that compliances are done in time.
• Collaborating with Finance and Accounting teams to ensure our tax strategies and policies are implemented accurately as per Tax laws.
• Identifying, tracking, and reporting of any potential Tax or Financial risks or issues and working closely with the accounting teams to implement appropriate solutions.
• Maintain documentation and records related to tax filings, provisions and other tax-related activities.
• Collaborate with other departments and teams, such as finance, legal and operations, to ensure alignment and coordination on tax matters.
• Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on financial issues, including tax implications of business decisions and transactions.
• Stay updated with changes in tax laws and regulations in India and proactively identify potential risks or opportunities for the organisation.
• Foster a culture of tax compliance and awareness throughout the organisation, providing training and support as needed.
• Regularly updating the assessment and compliance tracker
• Maintaining Data in a proper format
  

Must have:

• Strong understanding of Tax compliance for managing Direct taxes and related compliances
• Chartered Accountant with Minimum 2-3 years of experience as a professional in Direct Taxation. (Preferable First or Second Attempt)
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to demonstrate strong Microsoft Office skills (especially MS Excel/Ms Office/Powerpoint presentations)
• Familiarity in using SAP
• Working Knowledge of use of various taxation related software - (Winman, TDS software, etc.)
  

Good to have:

• Candidate must be motivated, extremely organized and detail oriented, have excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality for highly sensitive materials and details
• Strong follow through and able to anticipate issues before they arise
• Ability to multitask and juggle many competing priorities efficiently Excellent critical thinking skills