Why This role matters: The role is critical in ensuring compliance with tax regulations. The primary responsibilities involve reviewing and analyzing tax documents and financial reports to ensure they meet regulatory standards.
Objectives of this role
- Developing and maintaining tax plans, compliance procedures and risk assessment frameworks, to ensure effective tax management.
- Managing and overseeing the filing of regular tax returns, including income tax, GST and other direct or indirect taxes.
- Collaborating with finance and accounting teams to ensure our tax strategies and policies are implemented accurately per national tax compliances.
- Identifying, tracking and reporting any potential financial risks or issues and working closely with the accounting teams to implement appropriate solutions.
What you will be doing:
- Conduct a thorough analysis of taxes to provide expert advice on tax planning and optimization opportunities to ensure compliance with the regulations.
- Coordinate and manage tax audits, inquiries and notices from tax authorities.
- Maintain documentation and records related to tax filings, provisions and other tax-related activities.
- Collaborate with other departments and teams, such as finance, legal and operations, to ensure alignment and coordination on tax matters.
- Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on financial issues, including tax implications of business decisions and transactions.
- Stay updated with changes in tax laws and regulations in India and proactively identify potential risks or opportunities for the organization.
- Foster a culture of tax compliance and awareness throughout the organization, providing training and support as needed.
Required skills & qualifications:
- A bachelor's degree in commerce, accounting, taxation or a related field.
- Professional qualification of Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in tax management, preferably from Banking, NBFC's, Corporates, Insurance domain.
- Strong understanding of tax planning strategies and experience in managing indirect taxes, including Goods and Services Tax (GST).
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
