Damji Merchant and Company

You will be joining Damji Merchant and Company, a reputed Chartered Accountancy firm based in Fort, Mumbai, specializing in taxation, assurance, international business advisory, and regulatory compliance. The firm serves both domestic and international clients with a strong emphasis on quality, integrity, and client-centric solutions. As a Tax and Audit Assistant in the Direct Tax & International Taxation team, your role will involve a mix of responsibilities including direct tax advisory, international taxation, transfer pricing, and audits. This position offers exposure to cross-border transactions, international client communication, and regulatory consulting in direct taxes. Key Responsibilities: - Provide support in Direct Tax advisory under the Income Tax Act. - Assist in Statutory Audits, Tax Audits, Review Audits, and various certifications. - Draft, review, and manage Income Tax documentation such as returns, forms, applications, and related compliances. - Coordinate and liaise with tax authorities and officers for assessments, hearings, and submissions. - Assist in cross-border structuring and advisory for inbound and outbound investments from a direct tax and international tax perspective. - Support assignments related to Transfer Pricing documentation, benchmarking, and advisory. - Conduct research on domestic tax and international tax issues, and prepare technical notes, summaries, and presentations. - Handle international client communication, ensuring effective coordination and timely delivery of advisory and compliance services. - Contribute to internal knowledge-building, documentation, and process improvements within the tax division. Qualification Required: - Commerce Graduate (B.Com or equivalent) - MBA (Finance) from a recognized institution - Chartered Accountant (CA) / ACCA Desired Candidate Profile: - Strong interest in Direct Taxation, International Taxation, Transfer Pricing, and Business Advisory. - Good understanding (or internship exposure) of Income Tax and audits will be an added advantage. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Strong analytical, research, and drafting skills. - Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. - Ability to manage timelines, multitask, and work in a team-oriented environment. - High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail. The indicative CTC ranges are as follows: - Commerce Graduates (Freshers): 3.00 - 4.00 LPA - MBAs (Finance from normal institutions, Freshers): 3.50 - 5.00 LPA - CA / ACCA (Freshers): 7.00 - 9.00 LPA Exceptional candidates may be offered higher CTC within or slightly above these ranges at the firm's discretion. What We Offer: - Structured exposure to Direct Tax, International Taxation, and Transfer Pricing. - Opportunity to work with international clients and cross-border assignments. - Learning-focused environment with senior mentorship and technical guidance. - Professional growth opportunities within a reputed CA firm. - Challenging and diverse work profile in a growing tax and advisory division. To apply, please email your updated CV to: karan.vishwakarma@damjimerchant.com / info@damjimerchant.com Subject line: Application for Tax and Audit Assistant You will be joining Damji Merchant and Company, a reputed Chartered Accountancy firm based in Fort, Mumbai, specializing in taxation, assurance, international business advisory, and regulatory compliance. The firm serves both domestic and international clients with a strong emphasis on quality, integrity, and client-centric solutions. As a Tax and Audit Assistant in the Direct Tax & International Taxation team, your role will involve a mix of responsibilities including direct tax advisory, international taxation, transfer pricing, and audits. This position offers exposure to cross-border transactions, international client communication, and regulatory consulting in direct taxes. Key Responsibilities: - Provide support in Direct Tax advisory under the Income Tax Act. - Assist in Statutory Audits, Tax Audits, Review Audits, and various certifications. - Draft, review, and manage Income Tax documentation such as returns, forms, applications, and related compliances. - Coordinate and liaise with tax authorities and officers for assessments, hearings, and submissions. - Assist in cross-border structuring and advisory for inbound and outbound investments from a direct tax and international tax perspective. - Support assignments related to Transfer Pricing documentation, benchmarking, and advisory. - Conduct research on domestic tax and international tax issues, and prepare technical notes, summaries, and presentations. - Handle international client communication, ensuring effective coordination and timely delivery of advisory and compliance services. - Contribute to internal knowledge-building, documentation, and process improvements within the tax division. Qualification Required: - Commerce Graduate (B.Com or equivalent) - MBA (Finan