Manager - Direct Taxation

Want to handle direct taxation in a profitable, fast-growing startup (5X growth in past 2 years) with business in 140 countries?

Job Description: Direct Tax Manager

Location: Bengaluru | Job Type: Full-time | Experience: 3-5 years | Work-From-Office

Company Overview:

Ultrahuman is a profitable, fast-scaling health-tech company revolutionizing metabolic health through wearable technology, real-time analytics, and digital platforms. As the company scales rapidly, the finance and tax teams play a critical role in ensuring compliance, efficiency, and strategic support for global operations. This is an opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organization at the forefront of health innovation, offering a dynamic environment for learning and career growth.

The Opportunity:

The Direct Tax Manager will play a pivotal role in managing Ultrahumans direct tax function, including domestic and international tax compliance, advisory, and planning. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Chartered Accountant with a strong mix of consulting and industry experience, global exposure, and deep understanding of tax laws, audits, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

- Oversee preparation and filing of income tax returns for entities across jurisdictions.

- Manage tax audits, assessments, and ensure accurate and timely submissions.

- Provide expert tax advisory support for business decisions and cross-border transactions.

- Monitor and ensure compliance with TDS, advance tax, and other statutory obligations.

- Coordinate with external consultants and advisors for complex tax matters and global compliance requirements.

- Implement best practices in tax governance, process automation, and risk management.

- Support transfer pricing documentation, BEPS reporting, and inter-company arrangements.

- Stay updated on evolving tax laws, treaties, and international tax developments impacting operations.

Qualifications:

- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA)/CMA is mandatory.

- 3-5 years of experience with a balanced mix of consulting (Big4 or equivalent) and industry exposure.

- Strong understanding of Indian Direct Tax laws, TDS, and compliance frameworks.

- Hands-on experience managing overseas tax compliance and advisory matters.

- Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, global business environment.

Benefits and Perks:

- Significant ESOPs and long-term wealth creation opportunities.

- Global exposure and cross-border experience.

- Comprehensive insurance and benefits package.

- Opportunity to work in a mission-driven, high-growth environment.