Senior Manager - Direct Taxation

Job Description

Job Description To assist clients in managing their direct tax obligations, including compliance with Indian income tax laws, offering advisory services, and managing tax litigation matters. Key Responsibilities Tax Compliance: Preparation and review of corporate and individual income tax returns. Ensuring timely filing of returns, TDS returns, and other direct tax-related filings. Preparing and reviewing Form 3CD (Tax Audit Report). Tax Advisory Providing expert advice on Indian income tax implications for clients, including tax optimization strategies. Advising on international taxation matters (Transfer Pricing, DTAA applications, etc.) if applicable. Litigation Support Preparing and drafting replies to notices, appeals, and submissions for income tax assessments and scrutiny. Representing clients before income tax authorities (AO, CIT(A), ITAT). Client Interaction Acting as a point of contact for client communication and managing relationships. Understanding client businesses and identifying tax planning opportunities. Research & Updates Keeping abreast of changes in Indian direct tax laws and circulars. Conducting detailed research on tax implications of various business Working with cross-functional teams (audit, indirect tax, legal) on integrated client deliverables. Skills & CA / LLB / MBA (Finance) / M.Com with relevant tax 7 years of relevant experience in direct tax compliance, advisory, or litigation Prior experience with a Big 4 or mid-size professional services firm preferred Technical Skills Knowledge of the Income-tax Act, 1961, TDS provisions, and tax audit requirements Exposure to tax software (e.g., Winman, Tally, Excel, or similar tools) Soft Skills Strong written and verbal communication Analytical and problem-solving skills Client management and team collaboration (ref:iimjobs.com) Show more Show less