A global consulting firm located in Bangalore is seeking a Tax Consultant to manage tax-related responsibilities for globally mobile employees. The role involves preparing and filing tax returns, offering tax planning advice, and ensuring compliance with international tax laws. Candidates must hold a Chartered Accountant degree or MBA with 1-3 years of experience in Direct Tax. This position aims to provide strategic insights to enhance client satisfaction and expand business growth.
Qualifications
1-3 years of experience in Direct Tax.
Educated in Taxation or Accounting.
Ability to analyze compensation and payroll data.
Responsibilities
Prepare, review, and file tax returns for globally mobile employees.
Offer strategic tax advice and educate employees on tax responsibilities.
Manage financial aspects of engagements, including billings and KPIs.
Conduct research on specific country tax issues for compliance.
Skills
Tax planning
Client management
Data analysis
Research
Education
Chartered Accountant degree/MBA
Accounting, Taxation & Related Field
Job description
Job Description
Accurately prepare, review, and file tax returns and related deliverables for globally mobile employees within designated deadlines.
Offer specialized advice and strategic recommendations to internal teams regarding tax planning, withholding responsibilities, and social security contributions
Offer specialized tax advice on assignment structures, leveraging tax treaties, and identifying tax‑efficient benefits.
Educate and counsel employees on their tax responsibilities and the potential implications of international assignments
Provide guidance on tax equalization and protection policies to employees, ensuring clear understanding and compliance.
Analyze employee compensation and payroll data to accurately calculate tax liabilities and identify potential benefits.
Responsible for the financial management of the engagement (this includes billings, collection, metrics & KPIs tracking)
Prepare supporting applications and documentation to optimize employees’ tax positions, including comprehensive data analysis and communications with assignees.
Diligently maintain detailed tax records and documentation
Stay informed on the latest developments in international tax laws and regulations.
Gain a broad understanding of other service lines within the business to identify cross‑functional issues and collaborate with Tax SMEs for integrated solutions.
Conduct in‑depth research on country‑specific tax issues, particularly in areas where the organization operates.
Act as the primary point of contact for clients with employees on business trips, offering exceptional service and support
Regularly communicate with clients to update them on the progress of trip assessments, address concerns and ensure client satisfaction
Recognize and actively seek out fresh business prospects within the existing client base, gained through a deep understanding of their changing requirements
Work to expand the client portfolio and nurture existing client relationships to drive revenue growth
Analyze market trends and competitive landscape to identify potential growth areas and opportunities