Senior Manager - Direct Tax - CA Firm - CA

Important Eligibility

- This role is ONLY for candidates with prior experience in a CA firm / consulting practice (Big4 or mid-tier).

- Applicants from corporate/industry tax departments will NOT be considered.

Role Overview

- We're looking for a Direct Tax Practice Leader to join our leadership team.

- You will lead client engagements across Direct Tax, International Tax, M&A Advisory, and Audit - managing complex mandates, guiding teams, and driving growth in PKC's Direct Tax practice.

Key Responsibilities

1. Tax Structuring & Planning

- Develop tax-efficient structures for individuals, firms, LLPs, companies, and trusts.

- Identify savings opportunities while ensuring compliance with current laws.

- Draft and review tax opinions for complex domestic and cross-border transactions.

2. M&A & Transaction Advisory

- Advise on capital gains, business transfers, and share acquisitions.

- Structure JVs, investments, and exits from a tax perspective.

- Support due diligence, restructuring, and transaction documentation.

3. International Taxation & Transfer Pricing

- Advise on cross-border transactions, DTAAs, and withholding tax implications.

- Review Form 3CEB and Transfer Pricing documentation.

- Manage client relationships for global structuring mandates.

4. Statutory & Tax Audits

- Lead Statutory Audits for listed and unlisted companies.

- Review Tax Audits (Form 3CD) for diverse entities.

- Ensure timely and accurate compliance with Ind AS, Companies Act, and Income Tax laws.

Who We're Looking For

- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 7-15 years of post-qualification experience.

- Mandatory: Experience in a CA firm / consulting practice (Big4 or mid-tier).

- Strong exposure to Direct Tax, International Tax, Transaction Advisory, and Statutory & Tax Audits.

- Proven ability to lead teams of 5+ professionals and manage client relationships.

- Working knowledge of Ind AS and corporate law.

- Excellent communication and client-facing skills.