Director - US Taxation - CA/CPA

Job Title: Director - US Tax & Compliance

Company: Early-Stage Startup

Location: Delhi/NCR (Collaborating with US Partners)

We are looking for a highly motivated Tax Director to join our growing team. In this role, you will oversee the firm's US tax compliance and planning services, primarily for UHNW clients. You will lead a team of tax professionals, manage complex tax engagements, and provide strategic tax advisory services. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in tax planning and compliance, with a preference for experience working with UHNW clients in the US.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and mentor a team of tax professionals, ensuring a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

- Collaborate with the US-based Tax partner to train and develop tax staff in India.

- Manage the preparation and review of tax returns for individuals, trusts, partnerships, corporations, private foundations, and international entities.

- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and international tax regulations.

- Develop and implement tax strategies that align with clients' financial goals and mitigate tax liabilities.

- Stay current on US tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in accounting, taxation, or a related field; CPA/CA required. A master's in taxation or LLB/LLM is preferred.

- Minimum of 10 years of experience in US/India tax planning and compliance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role, specifically serving UHNW clients.

- In-depth knowledge of US federal, state, and international tax laws and regulations.

- Proven ability to manage complex tax situations and prepare complex tax returns.

- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

- Experience with tax preparation software (CCH) is a plus.