Senior Tax Accountant

APL Business Services LLP; Pune; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

APL Business Services LLP in Pune seeks a Senior Tax Accountant to manage and review tax compliance and preparation for a diverse client portfolio. You will handle direct and indirect tax returns and advise on planning strategies, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Collaborating with internal accounting and advisory teams, you will mentor junior staff and contribute to process improvements while upholding high ethical standards and client service quality in a full-time, on-site role in the Pune

Qualifications

• Strong skills in tax compliance and tax preparation.
• In-depth knowledge of tax laws and regulations and their application.
• Accounting and financial statements analysis and reconciliation for tax purposes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review direct and indirect tax returns for a diverse client portfolio.
• Analyze financial statements for tax implications and ensure regulatory compliance and deadlines.
• Provide tax planning guidance and identify risk areas for clients.
• Collaborate with internal accounting and advisory teams; mentor junior staff.

Skills

Tax Compliance and Tax Preparation

Tax laws knowledge

Accounting and financial statements

Analytical and problem-solving

Communication and interpersonal skills

CA/CPA or equivalent qualification

ERP software familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Commerce; CA/CPA or equivalent

Tools

Tax software

ERP systems

Job description

Company Description

APL Business Services LLP is a business consulting firm that offers accounting, attest, advisory, and taxation services under one roof, acting as a long-term partner to clients. The firm combines a high degree of professionalism with a personalized approach to address complex business challenges. APL emphasizes innovative solutions that help clients navigate today's dynamic regulatory and economic environment. Strong ethical standards and integrity guide the firm's work, ensuring high-quality service delivery and trusted relationships with clients.

Role Description

The Senior Tax Accountant will be responsible for managing and reviewing tax compliance and tax preparation activities for a diverse portfolio of clients. Day-to-day tasks include preparing and reviewing direct and indirect tax returns, analyzing financial statements for tax implications, and ensuring adherence to relevant tax regulations and deadlines. The role involves advising clients on tax planning strategies, identifying risk areas, and supporting audits or assessments with accurate documentation. The Senior Tax Accountant will collaborate with internal accounting and advisory teams to provide comprehensive business solutions, mentor junior staff, and contribute to continuous process improvements. This is a full-time, on-site role based in the Pune Division.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in Tax Compliance and Tax Preparation, with demonstrated experience handling various types of tax returns.
• Candidates should possess in-depth knowledge of Tax laws and regulations, and the ability to interpret and apply them to complex client situations.
• Candidates should possess solid Accounting and Financial Statements skills, including the ability to analyze statements and reconcile accounts for tax purposes.
• Candidates should possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and reporting.
• Candidates should possess effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams, and to explain tax matters clearly.
• Relevant professional qualifications such as a degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce; professional certifications (e.g., CA, CPA, or equivalent) are highly beneficial.
• Prior experience in a public accounting or consulting environment, and familiarity with tax software and ERP systems, is preferred.