Senior Tax Manager

Senior Tax Manager

About Tenneco

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values–radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win–or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry. How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.  Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact

 

About The Role:

• Lead Direct & Indirect tax compliance, litigation and advisory for all business units in India.

• Assist Inda Tax Head in developing and implementing effective Tax planning and Tax optimization strategies.

• Work with regulators on policy advocacy relating to tax matters and ensure expeditious resolution.

• Proactively undertake tax optimization exercise relating to current operations and future expansions of the company.

• Stakeholder management and work with other cross-functional team members. 

• Keeping business leadership abreast of various tax implications on a continuing basis.

 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead Direct & Indirect tax compliance, litigation, advisory, planning and advocacy for all business units in India.

• Keeping the organization aware of the implications of various direct and indirect tax laws on business decisions.

• Stay abreast of tax legislation amendments, changes in tax regime, evaluate implications for the company, support in decision-making, communication and compliance.

• Represent the tax matters / litigation with various tax authorities

• Deal with regulatory agencies for all tax related issues.

• Develop, implement and monitor tax controls and compliance through the robust system and process orientation.

• Institutionalize a strong MIS reporting on Direct and Indirect Tax.

• Coordinate with internal and statutory auditors on tax matters.

• Keeping business leadership abreast of various tax implications.

• Internal / External Stakeholder Management with key recommendations.

• Effectively manage and mentor the taxation team.

• Ensure GST and Tax compliance related to Tax Deductions at Source (TDS) and Tax Collection at Source (TCS) including documentation control over cross-border payments. 

• Manage Tax Audits and transfer pricing compliance for various transactions including intra-business payments, etc.

• Represent industry forums on Tax related issues and policy advocacy. 

 

Job Requirements: 

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA), article ship must be with a renowned firm.

• Post qualification experience of 12+ years, with large business organizations/firms, focused on direct and indirect taxes. 

• An expert level of knowledge and understanding of relevant tax laws, rules and Ind-AS.

• Ability to manage complex business structures.

• Strong liaison skills and relationship building capabilities with internal cross-functional

teams, tax authorities, appellate authorities and external consultants.

 

We don’t want average. We want exceptional. We want someone who’s hungry to build, unafraid to challenge, and bold enough to lead with empathy, speed, and precision. Sound like you? Let us know.

Experience Level

Senior Level