Senior Tax Associate - Individual Tax, GMS

Vialto; Mumbai; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Vialto Partners in Mumbai seeks a Chartered Accountant with 1–4 years of experience in direct/expatriate tax services to be the first point of contact for Employment Tax inquiries and cross-border mobility compliance. You will guide clients through regulatory standards, identify savings opportunities, and align tax practices with business goals.

You will collaborate with global teams to address complex mobility matters, advise on equity plans, secondments, and employer reporting, and contribute

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication, including advisory preparation.
• Strong client relationship skills to foster long-term partnerships.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving for interpreting tax laws and risk assessment.
• Effective time management for handling multiple clients and deadlines.
• Leadership to guide teams, mentor juniors, and drive project success.
• Adaptability to evolving tax laws and client needs.

Responsibilities

• Understand residential status under Income Tax Act, FEMA, and tax treaties.
• Advise on tax and social security implications for employees and employers, including secondment arrangements.
• Interpret and apply DTAAs to minimize tax liabilities.
• Handle complex tax returns, including foreign asset reporting.
• Analyze and advise on taxability of equity plans (stock options, RSUs).
• Assist in scrutiny, rectification, and appeals up to CIT level.
• Understand Global Mobility policies and processes.
• Review Global Mobility arrangements for compliance.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to assess mobility risks and compliance requirements.
• Explain policies to assignees and respond to queries.
• Collaborate with teams across the globe.
• Participate in ad hoc Global Mobility projects like Social security compliance and advisory services.

Skills

Communication

Client relationship management

Analytical thinking

Time management

Leadership

Adaptability

Curiosity

Education

Qualified Chartered Accountant

Job description

Company Description

Vialto Partners is a market leader in global mobility services. Our purpose is to 'Connect the world'. We are unique and the only stand-alone global mobility business. This presents a rare opportunity for our clients, stakeholders and colleagues. Our teams help companies streamline and effectively manage their global mobility programs in a cost-efficient and compliant manner. Our services focus on providing cross-border compliance and risk assessment for tax, immigration, business travel, rewards and compensation, and remote work. Working at Vialto Partners is about getting the chance to be part of a global and dynamic team. Globally, Vialto Partners has over 6,500 staff and continues to grow. You will work with clients from a range of industries and different geographical locations. We believe in connecting the world and supporting our colleagues to do the same in their careers by undertaking assignments and opportunities globally that broaden their skills and ultimately benefit our clients. Vialto is unstoppable when we work together in a culture of belonging, where everyone can thrive. We encourage employees to bring their true selves and share their unique talents and expertise to positively impact the communities we serve. To learn more about what we do, tune in to our podcast On the Move to hear expert insights on issues affecting global mobility, and read about the latest news in the industry. You can also follow us on Linkedin and Instagram.

Job Summary

In this position, your main duty will be to act as the first point of contact for inquiries related to Employment Tax. As you evolve into a Subject Matter Expert, you will work closely with clients, guiding them through complex employment tax issues. This role entails ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, identifying opportunities for tax savings and operational improvements, and ensuring that Employment Tax practices are in sync with the broader business strategy and primary objectives.

In this position, your main duty will be to act as the first point of contact for inquiries related to Global Mobility Services (GMS) focused on Cross border compliances. This includes expertise in tax compliance for employers and employees, social security implications, equity incentives (e.g., stock options/RSUs), and advisory services. You will collaborate with clients to address complex employment tax matters, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, minimizing tax exposure, and aligning employment tax practices with business objectives.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Understand and analyze residential status under Income Tax Act, FEMA, and tax treaties.
• Advise on tax and social security implications for employees and employers, including secondment arrangements and employer reporting obligations.
• Interpret and apply provisions of DTAAs to minimize tax liabilities.
• Handle complex tax returns, including foreign asset reporting.
• Analyze and advise on taxability of equity plans (e.g., stock options, RSUs).
• Assist in scrutiny, rectification, and appeals up to CIT level.
• Understand client specific Global Mobility policies and processes.
• Review Global Mobility arrangement requests to ensure compliance with global mobility policies.
• Coordinate with various stakeholders to understand the risks of the mobility arrangements and the compliance requirements.
• Communicate with assignees - explaining the global mobility policies.
• Promptly respond to queries from client / assignees / partner teams over emails and video calls.
• Collaborate with teams across the globe.
• Participate in various ad hoc Global Mobility projects like Social security compliance and advisory services, Employee incentives.

Other Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication, including proposal drafting and advisory preparation.
• Strong client relationship management skills to foster long-term partnerships.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving for interpreting tax laws and risk assessment.
• Effective time management for handling multiple clients and urgent deadlines.
• Leadership skills to guide teams, mentor juniors, and drive project success.
• Adaptability to evolving tax laws and dynamic client needs.
• Curiosity and a willingness to learn, with a collaborative and versatile approach.

Qualifications And Experience

• Education: Qualified Chartered Accountant
• 1-4 years of experience in direct tax / expatriate tax services.
• Demonstrated experience in handling complex global mobility activities.
• Excellent Communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Additional Information

Work Location- Mumbai

We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status.

Please note, AI is used as part of the application process.