Associate Manager - Taxation

- We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Lead / Asst.

- Manager - Taxation to lead and manage the organization's tax function.

- The ideal candidate will be responsible for compliance with direct and indirect tax laws including - Income Tax, TDS, GST, and Transfer Pricing, and will act as a key liaison with Big 4 auditors, tax consultants, and government authorities.

-This is a strategic role that requires a deep understanding of Indian tax laws, excellent analytical abilities, and stakeholder management skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Direct Taxation (Income Tax & TDS):

- Ensure timely and accurate computation, payment, and filing of Income Tax returns, advance tax, and tax provisions.

- Monitor and manage TDS compliance, including payment, return filing (Form 26Q, 27Q), and 26AS reconciliations.

- Handle tax assessments, appeals, and litigation with Income Tax Authorities.

- Prepare and maintain documentation for Tax Audit and facilitate statutory and internal audits.

Indirect Taxation (GST):

- Ensure timely and correct GST filings (GSTR-1, 3B, 9, 9C) and monthly/annual reconciliations.

- Oversee GST Input Tax Credit (ITC) reconciliation and vendor compliance.

- Manage GST audits, inquiries, and litigation, and represent the company before tax authorities.

- Monitor GST law changes and ensure timely implementation of the same.

Transfer Pricing:

- Coordinate preparation of Transfer Pricing documentation (Local file, Master file) in line with regulatory requirements.

- Assist in pricing intercompany transactions and benchmarking studies.

- Support in handling TP audits and assessments and liaising with TP consultants.

Liaison with Big 4 Auditors and Consultants:

- Act as the primary contact for statutory auditors, tax consultants, and advisors.

- Coordinate tax positions, reconciliations, and disclosures during statutory and tax audits.

- Ensure timely resolution of audit queries and accurate tax reporting in financials.

Compliance & Reporting:

- Ensure end-to-end tax compliance and maintain up-to-date documentation and SOPs.

- Provide support in monthly/quarterly/year-end closing, including tax provision working.

- Monitor tax risks and exposures and suggest mitigation strategies.

Skills & Competencies:

- Strong knowledge of Indian taxation laws (Income Tax, GST, TDS, TP).

- Hands-on experience with tax compliance tools and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.

- Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability.

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.