- 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.