Deputy Manager - Taxation

Roles and Responsibilities: 1. Direct Taxation • Handle corporate income tax compliance (filing, assessments, appeals). • Manage tax audits and coordinate with external tax consultants. • Ensure timely payment of Advance Tax and TDS (Tax Deducted at Source). • Liaise with tax authorities (Income Tax Dept) for notices, assessments, and litigation. • Ensure compliance with changes in Income Tax laws (including Finance Acts). 2. Indirect Taxation • Oversee GST compliance including filing of monthly/quarterly returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, etc.). • Ensure timely input tax credit (ITC) reconciliation and utilization. • Handle Customs for import/export-related manufacturing operations • Represent company during GST audits, anti-evasion checks, and departmental queries. 3. Tax Planning & Advisory • Develop tax-efficient strategies for business operations, CAPEX, and transactions. • Evaluate tax implications for new business models, supply chains, and expansions. • Advise on M\&A and restructuring from a tax standpoint. • Support business decisions with simulations of tax impact. • Monitor and interpret changes in tax laws, circulars, and court rulings. 4. Tax Accounting & Reporting • Ensure accurate tax provisions in books as per Ind AS / IGAAP / IFRS - including deferred tax assets & liabilities. • Reconcile tax balances with general ledger and financials. • Prepare tax disclosures for statutory audits and financial statements. • Support tax reporting in consolidation 5. Litigation & Dispute Resolution • Manage and track pending tax litigations (both direct & indirect taxes). • Coordinate with legal counsel for filing appeals or writs. • Attend hearings and prepare documentation for tax appellate forums (CIT(A), ITAT, GSTAT). • Evaluate and provision for contingent liabilities from ongoing cases. 6. Compliance & Risk Management • Monitor adherence to all tax-related statutory deadlines. • Implement internal controls to prevent tax non-compliance. • Conduct periodic tax health checks or internal audits. • Keep management updated on key tax risks and mitigation strategies. 7. Coordination & Stakeholder Management • Interface between tax authorities, external advisors, and internal teams. • Work closely with Supply Chain, Procurement, and Legal teams for tax implications. • Liaise with internal audit, statutory audit, and corporate finance teams.

Qualification: Chartered Accountant

Experience: 2 - 8 yrs

Mandatory Skills: Excel, PowerPoint, SAP, Product costing & Maintenance of Cost records; Power Bl will be an added advantage. Good communication skills and story-telling ability connecting the dots.

Desired Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.