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Head of Taxation

Head of Taxation

Olabangalore, karnataka, in
27 days ago
Job description

The role involves end-to-end responsibility for managing and leading direct and indirect tax compliance and advisory functions for Indian and overseas group entities, including charitable trusts. The candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams within Finance, Legal, and Business to ensure accurate and timely compliance, manage tax risks, and lead strategic tax initiatives.

Key Responsibilities :

Indirect Tax (GST, Customs & International VAT)

  • Manage GST compliance across the group including return filings, reconciliations, audits , and system implementations (e-invoicing, e-way bills).
  • Review GSTR 2A vs 3B reconciliations , address mismatches, and ensure follow-ups and resolutions.
  • Supervise customs compliance , including reviewing Bills of Entry, packing lists , and identifying benefits under EPCG and other exemptions.
  • Provide advisory on indirect tax matters related to HSN codes, GST rates, documentation , and movement of goods.
  • Review and support responses for GST litigation including show cause notices, discrepancy reports, and departmental audits.
  • Analyze inter-company transactions under GST , particularly focusing on valuation, compliance, and cross-border applicability.
  • Support foreign VAT return reviews and coordinate with consultants in respective jurisdictions.
  • Coordinate with Finance on due diligence audits, internal audits , and statutory audits impacting indirect tax positions.

Direct Tax Compliance & Advisory

  • Manage all direct tax compliances including advance tax, income tax returns, transfer pricing, TDS, lower / nil TDS certificates, and Tax Residency Certificates (TRC) for Indian and overseas group entities.
  • Supervise TDS compliance for all domestic entities including forecasting, calculations, coordination with Accounts Payable and Treasury for timely deposit and filing.
  • Review and file Form 15CA / CB for foreign remittances including international tax analysis and tracker maintenance.
  • Oversee tax assessments, appeals, tax audits, statutory audits , and coordination for the same across entities and jurisdictions.
  • Analyze inter-company transactions to ensure adherence to transfer pricing policies and group agreements.
  • Review books of accounts for income tax provisioning, deferred tax calculations , and overall tax accuracy.
  • Lead critical tax projects , including business restructurings , tax optimization initiatives, and advisory on complex tax matters.

    • Experience :

  • CA with 12+ years of experience in managing end-to-end direct and indirect taxation for Indian and global entities, including charitable trusts.
  • Strong expertise in tax compliance, litigation, advisory, and transfer pricing, with a proven track record in driving strategic tax initiatives and managing cross-functional stakeholder alignment.
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