Indirect Tax Audit Specialist

APM Terminals; Tamil Nadu; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Maersk is a global integrated logistics leader looking for a qualified professional to manage indirect tax matters. The role involves conducting tax audits, preparing submissions, and liaising with tax authorities to ensure compliance.

The candidate should have 5-7 years of indirect tax experience, preferably within a multinational environment or Big 4, and hold a Chartered Accountant qualification. Fluency in English is required, with law degree as an added advantage.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of relevant work experience in indirect taxes.
• Experience in industry with global operations or Big 4 accounting firm is preferred.
• Fluent in English and able to liaise with authorities.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for routine indirect tax audits and drafting/ vetting submissions to tax authorities.
• Attend hearings before tax authorities and courts, including onsite visits to tax offices in various cities/states as needed.
• Prepare/review data for submission to authorities and maintain timely trackers for deadlines.

Skills

Indirect taxes

English proficiency

Education

Chartered Accountant

Law degree (advantage)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About Us: Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and have been industry pioneers for over a century. Through innovation and transformation, we are redefining the boundaries of possibility, continuously setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence. At Maersk, we believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning and we work hard to ensure that the people in our organisation reflect and understand the customers we exist to serve. With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics. Join us as we harness cutting-edge technologies and unlock opportunities on a global scale. Together, let's sail towards a brighter, more sustainable future with Maersk.

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for routine tax audits, drafting/ vetting of tax submissions and appearances before tax authorities.
• Attending personal hearings before the tax authorities, courts etc. which includes onsite visit to tax offices in different cities/ states, on need basis.
• Preparation/ reviewing of data for submission before the authorities.
• Tax risk/ exposures/ provisions reporting process – timely update on audit outcomes to the stakeholders and inputs to financial reporting team.
• Provide inputs to compliance team basis tax authorities observations to improve upon the compliance processes and documentations.
• Perform research and support for tax audits, prepare supporting memos, responses, objections, and related documentation supporting financial statement and tax return positions; manage tax audits allocated by the Tax Controversy group.
• Tracking the deadlines of submissions, appeal hearings etc. and timely monitoring and updating of trackers.
• Collaborate with other functional tax groups and with other corporate functions to provide an integrated approach to support business needs.
• Liaison with external consultants to drive the best outcome of audits with cost efficient approach.

Experience Required

• 5 to 7 years of relevant work experience in indirect taxes.
• Experience in industry with global operations or/ and big 4 accounting firm.
• Strategic and proactive mindset with smart functioning abilities.
• Experience in handling taxation matters at assessments/ audits, appellate level.
• Experience in liaising with tax auditors, tax consultants and revenue authorities.
• Experience in tax controversy and detailed transactional analysis.
• Experience with indirect tax setup in ERP systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform critical analysis, prioritize with problem solving approach.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to foster a collaborative, team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and eye to detail.
• Strong research, analytical and drafting skills.
• A results-oriented self-starter with a demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects, effectively prioritize, and execute.
• Ability to thrive in a change environment.
• Fluent in English.

Education Required

• Chartered Accountant
• A law degree will be an added advantage.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements. We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing [e-mail].

A.P. Moller - Maersk is an integrated container logistics company working to connect and simplify its customer's supply chains. As the global leader in shipping services, the company operates in 130 countries and employs roughly 100,000 people. With simple end-to-end offering of products and digital services, seamless customer engagement and a superior end-to-end delivery network, Maersk enables its customers to trade and grow by transporting goods anywhere - all over the world.