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Job Description : - You Lead the Way. We've Got Your Back. - At American Express, we know that with the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. - Whether we- re supporting our customers- financial confidence to move ahead, taking commerce to new heights, or encouraging people to explore the world, our colleagues are constantly redefining what's possible - and we- re proud to back each other every step of the way. - When you join #TeamAmex, you become part of a diverse community of over 60,000 colleagues, all with a common goal to deliver an exceptional customer experience every day. Function Description : - This position is part of the JAPA Regional Tax team located in Gurgaon, India which involves managing all tax related matters of various American Express legal entities in India including keeping business in compliant with the relevant tax regulations, managing tax litigation, providing strategic tax support with respect to new initiatives, expansion, re-organisation and restructuring. Purpose of the Role : - This position will assist the Director - Taxation of the Gurgaon office, who reports to Vice President - Tax International based out of New York. This position shall assist the Director-Taxation in ensuring that appropriate tax advice for direct and Indirect tax matters is received by American Express entities, tax litigation is managed in most efficient manner, and monitoring that all tax compliance obligations are met in an accurate and timely manner. - The candidate shall be able to address Tax issues relating to multiple legal entities, undertaking varied business activities - cards business, other financial services, travel services, financial product marketing support services, IT enabled services including data processing and call center, etc. The primary focus will be on the Indian entities, but some support with respect to other markets will occur. Responsibilities : - Ensure key compliances issues and deadlines for all AXP entities in India are met, and that returns for income tax and GST are lodged on a timely basis. This includes checking tax returns prepared by external tax service providers for consistency and accuracy. - Evaluation of tax implications of new products/ services developed, new processes to be migrated, all new initiatives by the businesses which have relevance from a tax perspective. - Defining taxation requirements and preparing / reviewing representations/ submissions to Revenue Authorities. - Researches on tax laws and regulations for given business situations and in connection with tax audits/ tax appellate matters in relation to Income Tax, GST/Service Tax, VAT, Transfer Pricing, Withholding Tax, and other taxes as relevant. - Liaises with market Finance staff in obtaining information to satisfy information requests from Revenue authorities. Coordinates the flow of information, etc to AXP's external tax advisors in obtaining their advisory and compliance support services. Liaises with Indian Revenue Authorities to address basic queries/ issues, etc. - Monitors day-to-day tax matters (including executing refund claims and objections to tax assessments) as they affect the AXP group in the India. Monitors timely compliance of filings required to be made with quasi-tax authorities (which govern the tax holiday units) e.g. STPI/ EOU compliance requirements. - Assists in preparation / review of Functional Analysis of inter-company transactions for Transfer Pricing purposes. Supports the process of maintenance of business/ transaction related documentation required for Transfer Pricing purposes. - Monitors tax accruals and provisions on a periodic basis. Co-ordinates with market finance staff to investigate any inaccuracies. Assists in accurate completion and submission of Reserves and Exposures reports, Sub-profit reports, etc. - Reviews taxation publications, decisions and rulings, new and proposed legislation to assess relevance for Amex entities. - Provide ad-hoc tax advice to lines of business on an as-needs basis (subject to Director review); and assist Director - Taxation on an as needs basis. Minimum Qualifications : Critical Factors to Success : - Ability to think outside the box. - Strong accounting, analytical, and research skills. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Knowledge and familiarity with Oracle Financials and SharePoint tools - Robust experience with a variety of tax operations and ability to drive process improvements. - Strong ability to utilize project management and best practices to organize and prioritize tasks Past Experience : - The preferred candidate should have an experience of 6 to 8 years as a tax manager with a large multinational enterprise or with one of the Big4 Accounting firms of which 2 years should be in the management role. Academic Background : - Candidate should preferably hold a Chartered Accountant and have thorough understanding of Tax principles (direct tax and indirect tax). Shift Timings : 8:30 AM - 5PM Behavioral Skills/Capabilities : Enterprise Leadership Behaviors : - Set The Agenda: Define What Winning Looks Like, Put Enterprise Thinking First, Lead with an External Perspective - Bring Others With You: Build the Best Team, Seek &amp; Provide Coaching Feedback, Make Collaboration Essential - Do It The Right Way: Communicate Frequently, Candidly &amp; Clearly, Make Decisions Quickly &amp; Effectively, Live the Blue Box Values, Great Leadership Demands Courage- - We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. - We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. - Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations The apply button will redirect you to an external URL, please apply there as well.

Gurgaon/Gurugram

American Express - Manager - Taxation 

American Express - Manager - Taxation  ,Job Description for American Express - Manager - Taxation  in American Express in  Gurgaon/Gurugram for (6-8) years of experience. Apply Now!

Job Description for American Express - Manager - Taxation  in American Express in  Gurgaon/Gurugram for (6-8) years of experience. Apply Now!