Taxation Manager - Product Engineering Services/IT Firm

Job Requirements:

- The candidate would be responsible for Managing the entire spectrum of Tax compliance, Litigation, Planning, and M&A for the India region, which currently constitutes 6 legal entities.

- This role will involve developing and implementing tax strategies to ensure compliance with local regulations and optimize tax efficiency.

- In addition, the candidate will be responsible for handling any tax-related litigation and providing strategic advice on mergers and acquisitions.

- All aspects of internal advisories, including risk assessment and mitigation, will also be part of the scope of work.

Work Experience:

- Candidate must hold a CA qualification with 7-10 years of relevant work experience.

- The job location is in Bangalore.

- Expected to manage a team of 1-2 individuals

- This role involves overseeing all direct tax activities of Indian firms, including M&A and structuring. Litigation 50%, compliance 25%, Advisory / M&A - 15%, others -10%

- Responsible for driving automation initiatives in various tasks

- Must have hands-on experience with Indian tax regulations, knowledge of Indian Income tax Act, TDS rules, etc.

- Ability to manage tax assessments and prepare necessary submissions.

- Familiarity with Transfer Pricing provisions

- Experience in handling tax returns for foreign countries like US, Canada, etc. would be advantageous

- Evaluation of tax implications for various types of transactions under the DTAA

- Securing Nil/lower tax deduction certificates

- Collaboration with tax advisors, attending the income tax office for necessary follow-ups

- Tax-related notes for FS including calculations for contingent liability