Head - Taxation - CA

Description:

Head of Taxation FMCG | Mumbai

Industry: FMCG / Consumer Goods

Key Responsibilities:

Tax Strategy & Compliance:

- Lead and manage all India taxation mattersdirect and indirectwith a primary focus on GST, customs, and supply chain tax optimisation.

- Ensure timely and accurate tax filings, compliance, and adherence to statutory requirements across entities and business units.

- Partner with finance, supply chain, and operations teams to design tax-efficient business models and transaction structures.

Indirect Taxation (Core Focus):

- Oversee GST assessments, audits, and litigation; handle representations before tax authorities.

- Drive tax automation and process improvements across invoicing, input credit reconciliation, and e-invoicing.

- Evaluate implications of regulatory changes and proactively guide the business on impact mitigation.

- Liaise with external consultants, advisors, and internal teams to resolve complex tax matters.

Direct Tax & Transfer Pricing:

- Manage corporate income tax, TDS, and tax audits; coordinate with statutory and internal auditors.

- Support in transfer pricing documentation and assessments where applicable.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management:

- Lead and mentor the taxation team, ensuring continuous capability development and knowledge sharing.

- Work closely with senior management and the CFO on tax risk management, internal controls, and strategic planning.

- Engage with regulatory authorities, consultants, and industry forums to represent the organisations interests.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) with 12+ years of post-qualification experience.

- Strong expertise in Indirect Taxation (GST, Customs, Excise) with exposure to Direct Tax and Transfer Pricing.

- Proven experience in large-scale FMCG, manufacturing, or consumer industries.

- Demonstrated success in managing multi-entity, multi-state tax operations.

- Excellent stakeholder management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Why Join:

- Opportunity to lead taxation for one of Indias most respected FMCG brands.

- Strategic, business-facing role with strong leadership visibility.

- Competitive compensation and scope for impact at scale.