Chartered Accountant - Direct Tax - Renewable Energy

We are a leading listed renewable energy company with a diversified portfolio across solar, wind, hybrid, and emerging clean energy solutions. The organization is focused on sustainable growth, strategic acquisitions, and value creation for stakeholders.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Tax Manager with strong expertise under the Income Tax Act, 1961, who will be responsible for end-to-end direct tax management including tax planning, litigation, compliance, M&A structuring, and valuation support. The role requires close coordination with finance, legal, business development, and external advisors.

Key Responsibilities:

Direct Tax Compliance & Advisory:

- Manage end-to-end compliance under the Income Tax Act, 1961 including computation of taxable income, tax provisions, advance tax, and return filings.

- Handle tax audit coordination, notices, assessments, rectifications, and appellate proceedings.

- Provide ongoing tax advisory to business teams on transactions, contracts, and operational matters.

- Ensure compliance with withholding tax (TDS/TCS) provisions including reconciliation and reporting.

Tax Accounting & Reporting (Listed Entity Environment):

- Support quarterly and annual tax provisioning (current & deferred tax) in accordance with Ind AS / financial reporting requirements.

- Work closely with statutory auditors and internal stakeholders for tax disclosures.

- Monitor changes in tax laws and evaluate impact on the organization.

Mergers & Acquisitions / Business Restructuring:

- Evaluate tax implications of M&A transactions, slump sales, share acquisitions, business transfers, and group restructuring.

- Assist in tax due diligence, transaction structuring, and post-merger integration from a tax standpoint.

- Coordinate with investment bankers, legal advisors, and consultants on deal execution.

Valuation & Strategic Projects:

- Support valuation exercises including fairness opinions, impairment analysis inputs, and tax-efficient structuring of investments/divestments.

- Assist in reviewing the financial models and tax sensitivity analysis for strategic transactions.

- Provide tax inputs for fund raising, IPO/FPO, QIP, and strategic partnerships where applicable.

Litigation Management:

- Manage tax litigation strategy, drafting submissions, and representing matters before tax authorities along with external counsels.

- Track contingent liabilities and maintain litigation documentation.

Process Improvement & Controls:

- Strengthen internal tax controls, documentation standards, and compliance calendars.

- Drive automation initiatives in tax reporting and reconciliation processes.

Desired Candidate Profile:

Qualification:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) - Mandatory

- Additional qualification in valuation / finance (e.g., CFA Level / Registered Valuer) will be an advantage

Experience:

- 5-6 years of relevant experience in direct taxation (preferably Big4)

- Prior experience in renewable energy / infrastructure / power sector / listed company preferred

- Exposure to M&A transactions and valuation assignments is additional advantage

Technical Skills:

- Strong knowledge of Income Tax Act, 1961, judicial precedents, and tax structuring concepts

- Working knowledge of financial modelling and valuation methodologies

- Proficiency in Excel and tax / ERP systems

Behavioral Competencies

- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capability

- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

- High ownership and attention to detail

What We Offer

Opportunity to work on strategic transactions and large-scale renewable projects

High visibility role in a listed corporate environment

Collaborative and growth-oriented work culture