Tax Manager

Gradiant India; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Gradiant India is seeking a Tax Manager to oversee global tax filings and ensure regulatory compliance across jurisdictions. You will coordinate with local advisors and finance teams to maintain accurate tax returns and payments, while implementing strategic tax planning for cross-border transactions.

The role emphasizes transfer pricing management, tax audits, and collaboration with external auditors to support ASC 740/IFRS reporting. Strong Excel and tax software proficiency is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Master's degree in Taxation or Accounting (Preferred).
• CPA, CMA, CMA, ACCA certifications are preferred but not required.
• Strong research and technical writing skills; ability to interpret complex tax laws.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and tax compliance software.

Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation, review, and timely submission of global tax filings (corporate income tax, VAT/GST, withholding tax, and other indirect taxes).
• Coordinate with local tax advisors and finance teams to ensure full compliance across jurisdictions.
• Lead transfer pricing policies and audits, and support tax provisions and financial reporting.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field

Master's degree in Taxation or Accounting (Preferred)

CPA (preferred)

CMA (preferred)

ACCA (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Tax compliance software

Job description

About Gradiant

Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to- end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients' mission-critical operations in the world's essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant's innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,400 employees worldwide. Discover us at www.Gradiant.com.

Job Overview

The Tax Manager oversees the preparation and timely submission of all global tax filings, ensuring compliance with corporate income tax, VAT/GST, withholding tax, and other indirect taxes across multiple jurisdictions. They coordinate with local advisors and finance teams to maintain accuracy and adherence to regulations. This role implements global tax strategies, provides planning advice for cross-border transactions, and manages the impact of international tax reforms. Additionally, the manager leads transfer pricing compliance, supports global tax reporting, and handles tax audits and controversies, safeguarding the company's tax risk and regulatory compliance worldwide.

Responsibilities

Global Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Manage the preparation, review, and timely submission of all global tax filings, including corporate income tax, VAT/GST, withholding tax, and other indirect taxes.
• Coordinate with local tax advisors and finance teams to ensure full compliance across jurisdictions.
• Ensure the accuracy of tax returns, tax payments, and statutory filings in accordance with local regulations.

International Tax Strategy & Planning

• Implement global tax strategies to support international growth and optimize the global effective tax rate.
• Support tax planning advice for cross-border transactions, business restructurings, and intercompany funding arrangements.
• Analyse the impact of global tax reforms (e.g., BEPS, Pillar 1 & 2, digital services taxes) and recommend compliant, tax-efficient solutions.

Tax Provision & Financial Reporting

• Lead the preparation of global tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740 or IFRS.
• Support quarterly and annual tax reporting, including disclosures and reconciliations.
• Collaborate with external auditors on tax-related matters and ensure SOX/internal control compliance.

Transfer Pricing Management

• Maintain and enforce global transfer pricing policies.
• Ensure compliance with local transfer pricing documentation requirements, including master and local files.
• Support transfer pricing audits and economic analyses for intercompany transactions.

Risk Management & Tax Audits

• Monitor global tax risks and manage communications with tax authorities in multiple jurisdictions.
• Oversee the defense of global tax audits, inquiries, and controversies.
• Ensure the company maintains robust documentation and risk assessment frameworks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Master's degree in Taxation or Accounting (Preferred).
• Expertise in corporate tax accounting principles.
• Strong research and technical writing skills; ability to interpret complex tax laws.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and tax compliance software.
• High attention to detail, analytical mindset, and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to influence stakeholders across departments.
• Ability to work independently and lead multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.
• 5-8 years of relevant tax experience.
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) (preferred, not required)
• Certified Management Accountant(CMA) (preferred, not required)
• Taxation and Accounting Diplomas/Certificates (preferred, not required)
• ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) (preferred, not required)

Gradiant is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.