Senior Manager/Assistant Director - Direct Tax - CA

Job Title Director / Senior Manager - Direct Taxation

Department: Direct Taxation

Job Summary

The Senior Manager / Associate Director - Direct Taxation is responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of direct tax compliance, advisory, and litigation for clients. This role involves ensuring adherence to tax laws, optimizing tax positions, handling tax audits, and providing strategic tax planning solutions. The individual will lead teams, build client relationships, and contribute to business growth while ensuring compliance with tax regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Compliance & Advisory

- Manage and oversee direct tax compliance for corporate and individual clients, ensuring timely filing of tax returns and adherence to tax laws.

- Provide strategic tax planning and advisory services to optimize tax positions and minimize tax risks.

- Review and finalize tax computations, provisions, and tax audit reports.

- Keep updated on domestic and international tax laws, ensuring compliance with Income Tax Act, OECD guidelines, and transfer pricing regulations.

- Ensure compliance with GAAR, BEPS, and other evolving tax regulations.

Tax Audits & Litigation:

- Represent clients before tax authorities, appellate tribunals, and regulatory bodies for assessments, appeals, and disputes.

- Handle tax audits, investigations, and assessments, ensuring strong documentation and legal compliance.

- Collaborate with legal teams on complex tax litigation matters.

Client Management & Business Advisory:

- Act as a trusted tax advisor to clients, providing insights on tax risks, regulatory changes, and planning strategies.

- Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring a high level of service delivery.

- Assist clients in M&A transactions, cross-border taxation, and tax restructuring.

- Provide guidance on withholding tax obligations, tax incentives, and treaty benefits.

Team Leadership & Development:

- Lead, mentor, and develop the tax team, ensuring technical expertise and professional growth.

- Manage resource allocation and oversee the execution of tax assignments.

- Conduct training sessions on tax updates and industry best practices.

Business Development & Strategy

- Identify and pursue opportunities for business growth, including tax advisory projects and new client engagements.

- Participate in client pitches, proposal development, and thought leadership initiatives.

- Contribute to the firm's reputation by engaging in publications, tax seminars, and networking events.

Key Requirements:

Qualifications & Experience:

- Qualified Chartered Accountant with 8-12 years of experience in Direct tax, preferably in a Big 4 or leading tax advisory firm.

- Expertise in corporate tax, international taxation, transfer pricing, and tax litigation.

- Strong knowledge of Income Tax Act, OECD guidelines, Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs), and BEPS framework.

- Experience in handling complex tax assessments, appeals, and compliance matters.

Skills & Competencies

- Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of tax laws, compliance, and advisory services.

- Analytical & Problem-Solving: Ability to interpret tax laws and provide innovative solutions.

- Leadership & Team Management: Experience in leading tax teams and managing projects.

- Client Relationship Management: Ability to handle high-profile clients and regulatory authorities.

- Communication & Negotiation: Strong verbal and written communication skills.

- Business Acumen: Ability to identify tax-saving opportunities and drive business growth.