Manager/Senior Manager - Taxation

Key Responsibilities:

Direct Tax

Ensure timely deposit of monthly TDS and filing of quarterly TDS returns.

Manage advance tax computations and payments.

Oversee preparation and filing of annual income tax returns.

Handle income tax assessments, appeals, and litigation matters.

Ensure accurate documentation and audit readiness for all direct tax transactions.

Indirect Tax (GST)

Ensure timely deposit of monthly GST and filing of monthly and annual GST returns.

Manage GST audits and respond to notices from authorities.

Maintain reconciliations between books and GST returns and ensure compliance with input tax credit rules.

Transfer Pricing

Administer timely preparation of Transfer Pricing Study Report and benchmarking analysis for related party transactions.

Ensure filing of Form 3CEB and compliance with local and international TP regulations.

Collaborate with external consultants and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with group TP policies.

Tax Planning & Optimization

Optimize utilization of input tax credits, carry-forward losses, and other tax shields to minimize effective tax rate.

Provide tax structuring advice for new business models, contracts, and cross-border transactions.

Monitor and assess tax implications of changes in business operations or regulatory frameworks.

Provide oversight to tax compliance and planning for Enzene Inc. (US subsidiary), including coordination with US tax advisors and ensuring alignment with global tax strategy.

Tax Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure full compliance with all statutory tax obligations including direct, indirect, and international tax laws.

Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess impact on Enzene's operations.

Liaise with statutory auditors, internal auditors, and tax consultants for audits and reviews.

Maintain robust documentation and internal controls to mitigate tax risks.

Strategic & Cross-functional Initiatives

Partner with business and finance teams to assess tax implications of transactions and contracts.

Support implementation of SAP tax modules and automation of tax processes.

Drive continuous improvement in tax processes and controls through digitization and best practices.

Educational Qualification & Experience:

Chartered Accountant (CA) with 58 years of relevant post-qualification experience.

Strong technical knowledge of Income Tax, GST, and Transfer Pricing.

Experience in biotech, pharma, or manufacturing sectors preferred.

Proficiency in SAP and government tax portals.

Experience handling tax audits, assessments, and litigation.

Soft Skill Competencies:

High learning agility and ability to deal with complexity.

Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset.

Effective communication and stakeholder management.

Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.