Senior Associate – Direct Tax – CA Contactx Resource Management

The Corporate Institute; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute in Mumbai is seeking a seasoned Senior Qualified Associate to lead direct tax engagements for a diverse corporate client portfolio. You will provide high-level technical guidance, oversee compliance, and optimize tax outcomes in domestic and international contexts.

You will mentor juniors, steer complex litigation, and collaborate with finance and regulatory authorities to ensure accuracy and strategic tax planning in a fast-paced, on-site environment in Mumbai.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of the Income Tax Act and its application to corporate finance.
• Experience with international taxation, DTAA, and BEPS frameworks.
• Strong analytical and advisory skills for senior management decisions.
• On-site Mumbai work with cross-functional stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end direct tax compliance and advisory mandates for corporate clients.
• Lead complex tax litigation and assessment proceedings before tax authorities.
• Design and implement tax planning for restructurings, mergers, and acquisitions.
• Oversee filing of intricate tax returns, transfer pricing documentation and disclosures.
• Mentor junior team members and provide technical tax oversight.

Skills

Income Tax Act

DTAA applications

BEPS frameworks

Tax planning

Tax compliance

Client liaison

Education

CA (ICAI)

Job description

Role Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Senior Qualified Associate to join our Direct Tax practice in Mumbai. In this role, you will lead complex tax engagements, serving as a primary advisor to high-profile corporate clients while navigating the intricacies of domestic and international tax frameworks. You will work closely with cross-functional finance teams, senior leadership, and regulatory authorities to ensure seamless compliance and tax optimization. By providing high-level technical guidance and proactive planning, you will directly influence the financial health and risk mitigation strategies of our clients, ensuring they remain competitive and compliant in an ever-evolving regulatory landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end direct tax compliance and advisory mandates for a diverse portfolio of corporate clients to ensure adherence to statutory requirements and minimize tax exposure.


• Lead complex tax litigation and assessment proceedings, representing client interests before tax authorities to secure favorable outcomes and resolve disputes efficiently.


• Design and implement robust tax planning strategies for corporate restructuring, mergers, and acquisitions to optimize tax efficiency and support long-term business objectives.


• Oversee the preparation and review of intricate tax filings, including transfer pricing documentation and international tax disclosures, to maintain absolute accuracy and regulatory alignment.


• Mentor junior team members and provide technical oversight on tax research, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, value-added insights to stakeholders.

Required Skillset:

• Possess deep technical expertise in the Income Tax Act, with a proven ability to interpret and apply complex tax laws to real-world corporate finance scenarios.


• Demonstrate advanced proficiency in international taxation, including DTAA applications, cross-border transaction structuring, and base erosion and profit shifting (BEPS) frameworks.


• Exhibit strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable strategic recommendations for senior management.


• Maintain excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling you to build lasting relationships with clients and negotiate effectively with tax authorities.


• Hold a Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) with 4 – 10 years of post-qualification experience in a professional services or corporate tax environment.


• Thrive in a fast-paced, on-site work environment in Mumbai, demonstrating the agility to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously while meeting strict deadlines.