Direct Tax Specialist - Mergers & Acquisitions

Team Member - Direct Tax (M&A)

Responsibilities

1. Transaction Support

Assist in reviewing tax implications for mergers and acquisitions.

Prepare documentation related to tax valuations, agreements, and compliance requirements.

Conduct initial assessments of tax risks in transaction-related documents.

2. Due Diligence and Analysis

Support the due diligence process by gathering and analyzing relevant tax data.

Collaborate with consultants to ensure compliance with direct tax regulations.

Prepare summaries and reports for internal review and stakeholder communication.

3. Litigation and Documentation

Assist in preparing responses to tax authorities and legal inquiries related to M&A activities.

Maintain accurate records of disputes, valuations, and tax-related decisions.

Provide background research and analysis to support legal proceedings.

4. Knowledge and Collaboration

Attend training sessions to develop expertise in direct tax regulations for M&A transactions.

Collaborate with senior team members to enhance knowledge and skills.

Support the implementation of best practices for managing M&A tax implications.

5. Reporting and Compliance

Prepare compliance reports and assist in filing returns related to M&A activities.

Ensure accurate record-keeping of transaction-related tax compliance data.

Collaborate with the compliance team to address audit and regulatory challenges.

Key Stakeholders - Internal:

BU Finance Team

CEO

Internal Audit Team

Key Stakeholders - External:

External Audit Agencies

Government Tax Authorities

Tax Consultants

Qualifications

Education Qualification:

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Chartered Accountant

Work Experience (Range of years):

2-7 years in Big Four Firms or Large Corporate Tax Department, Core M&A Taxation preferred