Ralph Lauren Senior Analyst, Tax

BoF Careers; Bengaluru Urban; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ralph Lauren India is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Tax Analyst to support direct and indirect tax operations across India and Bangladesh. The role involves managing routine tax compliances, assisting in transfer pricing documentation, and partnering with external consultants and internal stakeholders.

The position requires 2–6 years of tax experience with a CA or international tax certification, and proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Excel.

Qualifications

• Proficient knowledge of India Income Tax Act, GST, India TDS rules, and related compliances.
• Fair understanding of Bangladesh tax laws.
• Qualified CA or International Tax certification with 2–6 years work experience in Tax domain.
• Experience with SAP and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Direct Tax - India & Bangladesh: Prepare, review, and file corporate income tax returns and advance tax computations.
• Indirect Tax - India & Bangladesh: Manage GST/VAT compliances, reconciliations, and tax invoicing reviews.
• Transfer Pricing: Support intercompany TP documentation, benchmarking studies, and TP report data.
• Tax Assessments / Scrutiny / Summons: Prepare data, reconciliations, and submissions, coordinate with consultants.

Skills

Tax compliance

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis

Verbal & written communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Bangladesh tax laws knowledge

Education

CA or International Tax certification

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Company Description

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands. At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

Company Description

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands. At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

Position Overview

Ralph Lauren India is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Tax Analyst to support direct and indirect tax operations across India and Bangladesh. The role will be responsible for managing routine tax compliances, supporting transfer pricing documentation, assisting in tax assessments/scrutiny matters, and partnering closely with external consultants and internal stakeholders. The position will also support SEZ unit regulatory and tax compliances applicable to shared services operations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Direct Tax - India & Bangladesh Support timely preparation, review, and filing of corporate income tax returns and advance tax computations. Manage TDS/TCS compliances including deduction/collection accuracy, deposit of taxes, quarterly return filings, lower/nil deduction certificates, and issuance of certificates. Reconcile TDS/TCS ledgers with books of accounts and ensure timely resolution of mismatches. Assist in tax provisioning, deferred tax workings, and quarterly/year-end tax reporting. Maintain tax balances, schedules, and documentation for audits. Track changes in direct tax laws and assess business impact. Coordinate with consultants for tax filings, opinions, and advisory matters.
• Indirect Tax - India & Bangladesh Manage GST/VAT compliances including return preparation, input tax credit reconciliations, and payment tracking. Support tax invoicing compliance and review vendor/customer tax documentation. Handle monthly reconciliations between ERP, books, and tax returns. Coordinate with consultants on indirect tax registrations, renewals, and notices. Prepare tax working papers for monthly GST return filings, TDS remittances, and SAP reconciliations. Support exposure to North America sales and use tax.
• Transfer Pricing Support preparation and maintenance of transfer pricing documentation for intercompany transactions. Assist in benchmarking studies, FAR analysis, and data collation for TP reports. Coordinate with global tax teams and consultants for transfer pricing compliance. Monitor intercompany invoicing and ensure adherence to TP policies.
• Tax Assessments / Scrutiny / Summons Prepare data, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for tax scrutiny, notices, audits, and summons. Draft initial responses and coordinate with consultants/legal teams for submissions. Maintain tracker of ongoing tax litigations, notices, and closure actions.
• SEZ Unit Compliance Support regular compliances for SEZ operations including SOFTEX, LUT/Bond, annual performance reporting, and other regulatory filings. Coordinate with SEZ authorities, customs consultants, and internal teams for documentation and approvals. Handle DTA/DTS filings for SEZ operations. Ensure benefits/exemptions applicable to SEZ unit are tracked and availed appropriately.
• Stakeholder Management & Process Improvement Demonstrate readiness to upskill in AI tools and adapt to process improvements that streamline recurring and repetitive tasks. Work closely with finance, controllership, AP, AR, payroll, and business teams to ensure tax compliance. Partner with external consultants for timely submissions and advisory support. Drive automation, standardization, and continuous improvement in tax processes. Maintain robust documentation and internal controls for audit readiness.
• Preferred Competencies - Responsible for DTA/ DTS filings for SEZ operations

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

Proficient knowledge of India Income Tax Act, GST, India TDS rules, and related compliances. Fair understanding of Bangladesh tax laws. Qualified CA or International Tax certification with 2-6 years work experience in Tax domain. Experience with SAP and Microsoft Excel. Ability to analyze large and complex data sets. Collaborative culture mindset with the ability to work effectively with internal teams and external consultants. Positive "can-do" attitude and ability to work independently on assigned tasks. Good verbal and written communication skills for engaging with internal and external stakeholders.