Job Title: Direct Tax Analyst / Senior Analyst / Associate / Executive / Manager / Tax Consultant / Head of Direct Taxation / VP - Taxation

Department: Finance – Taxation

Job Purpose: To ensure timely and accurate compliance with direct tax laws, optimize tax liabilities, manage assessments, audits, and represent the company in tax-related matters. Senior roles will also oversee tax strategy, advisory, litigation, and risk management, contributing to the organization’s financial integrity and compliance.

• Key Responsibilities:✅ For Analyst / Associate / Executive (Entry to Mid-level)Preparation and filing of direct tax returns (Income Tax, TDS, etc.).
• Manage TDS compliance: deduction, deposit, and returns filing.
• Assist in preparing tax computations, deferred tax calculations, and tax provisioning.
• Support tax audits, statutory audits, and transfer pricing documentation.
• Track notices, orders, and respond to tax authorities under guidance.
• Maintain direct tax documentation, data, and records.
• ✅ For Senior Analyst / Manager / Consultant (Mid to Senior-level)Review and ensure accurate filing of corporate income tax returns, TDS, and advance tax.
• Handle assessments, appeals, and litigations before tax authorities.
• Evaluate tax risks and provide solutions to minimize tax exposure.
• Collaborate with internal teams on tax implications for business transactions.
• Lead tax audits, transfer pricing studies, and tax reconciliations.
• Provide direct tax advisory for mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings.
• Stay updated on tax law changes and ensure organizational compliance.
• ✅ For Head of Direct Taxation / VP – Taxation (Leadership level)Lead the direct tax function including tax compliance, advisory, and litigation.
• Develop and implement tax strategies aligned with business goals.
• Engage with external advisors, legal counsel, and tax authorities.
• Drive risk management around direct tax and ensure governance.
• Represent the company in high-stake litigation and tax policy discussions.
• Lead tax planning for international taxation, cross-border transactions, and BEPS compliance.
• Report to CFO/Board on tax risks, liabilities, and strategic tax planning.
• Key Skills and Competencies: Strong understanding of Indian Direct Tax Laws, including Income Tax Act, Transfer Pricing, and International Taxation.
• Familiarity with tax accounting standards (IND-AS/IFRS) and deferred tax workings.
• Good knowledge of tax compliance tools and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and interpretation skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines, pressure, and multiple stakeholders.
• Behavioral Skills: Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Stakeholder management and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Ethical conduct and high integrity.
• Proactive, attention to detail, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Qualifications: CA / CPA / MBA (Finance) / LLB / M.Com specialized in taxation or related field.
• Experience: Analyst/Associate/Executive: 1–3 years in direct tax.
• Senior Analyst/Consultant/Manager: 4–8 years in direct tax compliance and advisory.
• Head of Direct Taxation / VP: 10–20+ years with leadership experience in taxation for large corporates or consulting firms.
• Key Challenges: Navigating complex and changing tax regulations.
• Managing litigation and regulatory scrutiny effectively.
• Aligning tax strategies with dynamic business models and global operations.
• Reporting To: Analyst to Manager: Tax Head or Senior Tax Manager.
• Head of Direct Taxation / VP: CFO or Group Finance Head.