Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager – Direct Taxation – CA Conviction HR

The Corporate Institute; Mumbai; Hybrid; INR 1,400,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute in Mumbai invites applications for an Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager - Direct Taxation. You will be a key technical resource, handling end-to-end direct tax compliance, advisory on domestic matters, and representing the company in assessment and appellate proceedings.

You will work with internal finance teams and external consultants to optimize tax efficiency, ensure regulatory compliance, and strengthen risk management while operating in a hybrid work setup.

Qualifications

• Expertise in end-to-end direct tax compliance, including tax litigation and assessment management.
• Strong analytical ability to interpret tax statutes in corporate scenarios.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for drafting submissions.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders in a high-pressure environment.
• Professional CA qualification or equivalent with strong academic record.
• Adaptable to hybrid work environments with high productivity.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file direct tax returns and TDS filings with accuracy.
• Lead tax computations and advance tax projections to optimize cash flow.
• Manage tax assessment proceedings and coordinate with authorities.
• Draft and file appeals before CIT(A) and ITAT with legal support.
• Provide proactive tax advisory on business transactions.
• Review withholding tax processes to ensure compliance.

Skills

Direct tax compliance

Tax litigation

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Hybrid work adaptability

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent

Tools

Tax software

Job description

Role Overview:

As an Assistant Manager or Deputy Manager in Direct Taxation, you will serve as a key technical resource within our corporate tax function. This role involves managing complex tax compliance, providing advisory support on domestic tax matters, and representing the organization during assessment and appellate proceedings. You will work closely with internal finance teams and external consultants to ensure tax efficiency and regulatory compliance, directly impacting the company’s financial health and risk mitigation strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• – Prepare and file accurate Income Tax Returns and TDS returns to ensure timely statutory compliance and avoid penal consequences.
• – Execute detailed tax computations and manage advance tax projections to optimize cash flow and maintain regulatory adherence.
• – Lead tax assessment proceedings by preparing robust submissions and coordinating with tax authorities to resolve queries effectively.
• – Draft and file appeals before the CIT(A) and ITAT, providing comprehensive support to legal counsel to protect the organization’s tax positions.
• – Provide proactive tax advisory services on business transactions, ensuring that tax implications are identified and managed early in the decision-making process.
• – Conduct thorough reviews of withholding tax processes to ensure strict compliance with evolving tax laws and internal control standards.

Required Skillset:

• – Demonstrated expertise in handling end-to-end direct tax compliance, including tax litigation and assessment management.
• – Strong analytical ability to interpret complex tax statutes and apply them to corporate business scenarios.
• – Excellent written and verbal communication skills, essential for drafting legal submissions and interacting with tax authorities.
• – Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work effectively within a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment in Mumbai/Navi Mumbai.
• – Professional qualification as a Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent degree with a strong academic record.
• – Proven capability to adapt to hybrid work environments while maintaining high levels of productivity and attention to detail.