Suresh Surana & Associates LLP - Partner/Director - Direct Tax - CA

Role & responsibilities:

- Direct Tax Advisory & Compliance

- Lead and manage complex direct tax engagements for domestic and international clients.

- Advise on Indian corporate tax, international tax, transfer pricing, and cross-border transactions.

- Represent clients before tax authorities, including CIT(A) and Tribunals.

- Ensure compliance with Indian tax laws, FEMA, and Companies Act provisions.

Business Development:

- Identify and convert new business opportunities across industries.

- Build and maintain strong client relationships to drive repeat business.

- Lead fee negotiations and scope discussions with clients.

- Cross-sell other firm services beyond direct tax (e.g., indirect tax, audit, advisory).

Strategic Leadership:

- Develop and execute growth strategies for the Direct Tax practice.

- Mentor and build a high-performing team with strong technical competencies.

- Promote thought leadership and represent the firm at industry events.

- Drive innovation through adoption of best practices and technology.

Skills & Competencies:

- Deep expertise in Indian and international direct tax laws.

- Strong business acumen and commercial awareness.

- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

- Proven ability to lead teams and manage client expectations.

- High ethical standards and attention to detail.

Qualifications:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent.

- 10+ years of experience in direct tax, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

- Experience in consulting firms, law firms, or large corporates preferred.