Tax Manager

CA Monk; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

CA Monk in India is seeking an experienced Direct Tax professional to manage direct and international taxation matters, with responsibilities in compliance, advisory, transfer pricing, and litigation.

The role requires CA qualification with 3-5 years of relevant experience, strong knowledge of Indian tax laws, and ability to drive process improvements and coordinate with external counsel.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 3–5 years of relevant experience in Direct Taxation.
• Strong knowledge of the Indian Income Tax Act, Transfer Pricing and related tax laws.
• Experience in tax compliance, advisory, audits, assessments and litigation.
• Exposure to foreign jurisdictions/international taxation.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage direct tax compliance, including income tax returns, TDS/TCS, withholding tax and advance tax.
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws and monitor changes in tax regulations.
• Handle tax audits, assessments and queries from tax authorities.
• Manage transfer pricing compliance, documentation and reporting for domestic and international transactions.
• Support direct tax litigation, appeals and dispute resolution, including coordination with external legal counsel.
• Provide inputs on tax planning, advisory and risk management.
• Conduct periodic reviews/audits of direct tax processes and maintain compliance trackers.
• Prepare management reports on tax compliance, risks and regulatory developments.

Skills

Direct Tax

Transfer Pricing

Tax Compliance

Tax Advisory

Litigation Support

Process Improvement

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Job description

Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA)

Seniority Level: Associate Level

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Direct Tax professional to manage and oversee direct and international taxation matters. The role involves tax compliance, advisory, transfer pricing, litigation, tax risk management, and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage direct tax compliance, including income tax returns, TDS/TCS, withholding tax and advance tax.
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws and monitor changes in tax regulations.
• Handle tax audits, assessments and queries from tax authorities.
• Manage transfer pricing compliance, documentation and reporting for domestic and international transactions.
• Support direct tax litigation, appeals and dispute resolution, including coordination with external legal counsel.
• Provide inputs on tax planning, advisory and risk management.
• Conduct periodic reviews/audits of direct tax processes and maintain compliance trackers.
• Prepare management reports on tax compliance, risks and regulatory developments.
• Develop SOPs and contribute to process automation and digital transformation initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, consultants, auditors and external advisors.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 3-5 years of relevant experience in Direct Taxation.
• Strong knowledge of the Indian Income Tax Act, Transfer Pricing and related tax laws.
• Experience in tax compliance, advisory, tax planning, audits, assessments and litigation.
• Exposure to taxation matters involving foreign jurisdictions/international taxation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret complex tax laws, notifications and regulatory updates.
• Experience with direct tax software/tools and process automation will be an advantage.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional coordination skills.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This role offers an opportunity to work across Direct Tax, International Tax, Transfer Pricing, Litigation, Compliance and Tax Risk, with exposure to strategic tax matters and process transformation.