The Head of Taxation will be responsible for end-to-end tax strategy, compliance, risk management, and advisory for the organization. This role will lead direct and indirect tax functions, ensure compliance with evolving tax regulations, and act as a strategic advisor to leadership on tax planning, structuring, and governance.

The position requires deep technical expertise, strong stakeholder management, and the ability to balance regulatory compliance with business enablement.

Key Responsibilities:

Tax Strategy & Advisory:

- Define and execute the organization's tax strategy in line with business objectives and regulatory requirements.

- Advise leadership on tax implications of business decisions, structuring, transactions, expansions, and new initiatives.

- Identify opportunities for tax efficiency while ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.

Direct & Indirect Taxation:

- Oversee direct tax matters including corporate income tax, transfer pricing, international taxation, and tax assessments.

- Lead indirect tax functions including GST, customs, and other applicable levies.

- Ensure accurate and timely filing of returns, reconciliations, and statutory disclosures.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management:

- Ensure compliance with tax laws, regulations, circulars, and judicial precedents.

- Manage tax audits, assessments, appeals, and litigation in coordination with external advisors and authorities.

- Monitor regulatory changes and proactively assess their impact on the organization.

Governance, Controls & Reporting:

- Establish strong tax governance frameworks, policies, and internal controls.

- Ensure accurate tax provisioning, disclosures, and reporting in financial statements.

- Support statutory audits, internal audits, and board-level reporting on tax matters.

Stakeholder & Team Leadership:

- Act as the primary interface with tax authorities, auditors, consultants, and advisors.

- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing taxation team.

- Collaborate closely with finance, legal, business, and compliance teams.

Candidate Profile:

Qualifications & Experience:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) is mandatory; additional qualifications in tax or law are an advantage.

- 12-18+ years of experience in taxation, with exposure to large corporates, MNCs, Big 4, or complex group structures.

- Strong experience across direct tax, indirect tax, and tax litigation.

Technical Skills

- Deep understanding of Indian tax laws, GST, transfer pricing, and international taxation.

- Proven ability to handle complex tax structuring, audits, and disputes.

- Strong knowledge of tax provisioning, disclosures, and regulatory reporting.

Leadership & Behavioral Skills

- Strategic thinker with a strong risk and governance mindset.

- Ability to communicate complex tax matters to senior leadership and boards.

- High integrity, ownership, and decision-making ability.