Manager – Direct Tax- CA/CPA Insight Advisors

HITACHI VANTARA INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED; Pune District; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Vantara India Private Limited in Pune seeks an experienced Direct Tax Manager to lead tax compliance, planning, and reporting for the Indian entity within a global group.

The role covers transfer pricing, international tax, and tax provisioning under US GAAP/IFRS, with responsibilities to manage audits, advise internal stakeholders, and develop the tax function within a hybrid work setup.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant CA, CPA, or equivalent preferred.
• Postgraduate degree in Taxation or International Tax advantageous.
• 10–12 years of progressive tax experience in multinational corporation or Big Four.
• Experience with Indian direct and indirect tax compliance.
• Strong background in transfer pricing, international tax, and cross border transactions.
• Exposure to BEPS Pillar Two GloBE framework and evolving international tax standards.

Responsibilities

• Tax Compliance and Reporting: filing of direct and indirect tax returns and tax computations.
• Tax Planning and Advisory: advise on cross border transactions and tax optimization opportunities.
• Transfer Pricing: documentations, CbCR, intercompany pricing reviews.
• Tax Audits and Controversy: manage audits, disputes, and provide audit-ready documentation.
• Financial Reporting and Tax Provisions: prepare current and deferred tax provisions per US GAAP/IFRS.
• Governance and Risk: maintain SOX-compliant tax controls and risk registers.
• Stakeholder Management and Team Leadership: mentor tax professionals and coordinate with regional teams.

Skills

Direct tax

Tax planning

Transfer pricing

International tax

Tax compliance

Team leadership

Regulatory interpretation

Communication skills

Education

CA / CPA or equivalent

Postgraduate in Taxation/International Tax

Tools

SAP

Tax software tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job TitleDirect Tax Manager

LocationPune

Reports ToTax Director / Senior Tax Manager

Qualifications and ExperienceEducation– Chartered Accountant CA, CPA, or equivalent is preferred.– Postgraduate degree in Taxation or International Tax is advantageous.

Experience– Minimum 10 to 12 years of progressive tax experience in a multinational corporation or Big Four advisory firm.– Proven experience managing direct and indirect tax compliance in India.– Strong background in transfer pricing, international tax, and cross border transactions.– Experience with tax provisions under US GAAP or IFRS.– Exposure to BEPS, Pillar Two GloBE framework, and evolving international tax standards.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Tax Compliance and Reporting– Manage and oversee timely filing of all direct and indirect tax returns including corporate income tax, GST/VAT, withholding tax, transfer pricing, and other applicable returns.– Ensure accurate preparation and submission of tax computations in compliance with applicable local tax laws.– Coordinate with external tax advisors and tax authorities on compliance related matters.– Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess the impact on operations.
• 2. Tax Planning and Advisory– Provide tax advisory support on business transactions, contracts, and cross border activities.– Identify tax optimization opportunities while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.– Support implementation of global tax strategies including BEPS Pillar Two GloBE and transfer pricing policies.– Advise internal stakeholders on tax implications of business decisions and operational changes.
• 3. Transfer Pricing– Prepare and maintain transfer pricing documentation in accordance with OECD guidelines and local requirements.– Manage Country by Country Reporting CbCR and related obligations.– Support intercompany pricing reviews and benchmarking analyses.
• 4. Tax Audits and Controversy Management– Manage tax audits, assessments, and disputes with tax authorities.– Coordinate with legal counsel and external advisors on litigation and dispute resolution.– Prepare and maintain audit ready documentation and responses.– Track and report the status of open tax assessments and contingent liabilities.
• 5. Financial Reporting and Tax Provisions– Prepare current and deferred tax provisions in accordance with US GAAP or IFRS.– Support quarterly and year end financial close activities related to tax.– Review effective tax rate ETR computations and provide variance analysis.– Ensure accurate tax disclosures in financial statements.
• 6. Governance, Controls and Risk Management– Maintain strong internal controls over tax processes in compliance with Sarbanes Oxley SOX requirements.– Develop and maintain tax risk registers and governance documentation.– Ensure compliance with financial policies and the global tax governance framework.
• 7. Stakeholder Management and Team Leadership– Partner with Finance, Legal, Treasury, and Business Operations teams on tax related matters.– Mentor and guide junior tax professionals within the team.– Liaise with regional controllers and GBS shared service centers on tax data requirements.– Support Mergers and Acquisitions M&A due diligence and integration activities from a tax perspective.

Skills and Competencies

• Deep knowledge of Indian direct and indirect tax laws, transfer pricing, and international tax treaties.
• Ability to interpret complex tax legislation and apply it to business scenarios.
• Effective written and verbal communication with senior stakeholders and tax authorities
• Capable of managing and developing a team of tax professionals
• High accuracy in tax calculations, filings, and financial reporting.
• Understanding of the oil and gas or technology services sector is an advantage.
• Proficiency in SAP, tax software tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Working Conditions

• Office based with hybrid working arrangements as applicable.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.
• Ability to work across time zones in a global matrixed organization.