Taxes - Manager

Neara; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Digantara, located in Bengaluru, is seeking a Tax Manager to lead direct and indirect tax functions on-site at Hebbal. You will oversee corporate tax filings, GST compliance, transfer pricing, and tax governance, coordinating with external advisors and internal teams to ensure compliant, efficient tax processes.

The ideal candidate is a Chartered Accountant with 4–6 years of post-qualification experience in tax roles, capable of driving risk management and providing strategic advisory support

Qualifications

• Strong experience in managing direct and indirect tax compliance and advisory activities.
• Expertise in tax assessments, audits, litigation support, GST compliance, and tax reporting.
• Ability to drive tax planning, risk management, and compliance governance.
• Experience in transfer pricing, tax structuring, and providing tax advisory support for business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage direct tax compliance activities, including corporate tax filings, advance tax computations, and tax-related reporting.
• Manage income tax assessments, notices, audits, and litigation matters in coordination with external advisors.
• Provide tax advisory support on business transactions, investments, and operational decisions.
• Identify tax risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Ensure timely resolution of tax disputes and closure of assessment proceedings.
• Oversee GST and other indirect tax compliances across business operations.

Skills

Direct Tax

Indirect Tax

Transfer Pricing

Tax Advisory

Education

Chartered Accountant

Job description

Taxes - Manager

Job type: Full Time · Department: Finance · Work type: On-Site

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Digantara is a leading Space Surveillance and Intelligence company focused on ensuring orbital safety and sustainability. With expertise in space-based detection, tracking, identification, and monitoring, Digantara provides comprehensive domain awareness across all regimes, enabling end‑users to gain actionable intelligence on a single platform. At the core of its infrastructure lies a sophisticated integration of hardware and software capabilities aligned with the key principles of situational awareness: perception (data collection), comprehension (data processing), and prediction (analytics). This holistic approach empowers Digantara to monitor all Resident Space Objects (RSOs) in orbit, fostering comprehensive domain awareness.

Why Us?

• Be part of a collaborative and innovative environment where your ideas and skills make a real difference to the entire space realm.
• Push the boundaries with hands‑on experience, greater responsibilities, and rapid career advancement.
• Competitive incentives, galvanising workspace, blazing team—pretty much everything you have heard about a startup.

Ideal Candidate

• Strong experience in managing direct and indirect tax compliance and advisory activities.
• Expertise in tax assessments, audits, litigation support, GST compliance, and tax reporting.
• Ability to drive tax planning, risk management, and compliance governance.
• Experience in transfer pricing, tax structuring, and providing tax advisory support for business decisions.
• Strong understanding of tax regulations with the ability to assess impact and provide actionable insights.
• Ability to manage stakeholders, external advisors, and guide tax teams effectively.

Direct Tax Management

• Own and manage direct tax compliance activities, including corporate tax filings, advance tax computations, and tax‑related reporting.
• Manage income tax assessments, notices, audits, and litigation matters in coordination with external advisors, as required.
• Provide tax advisory support on business transactions, investments, and operational decisions.
• Identify tax risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Ensure timely resolution of tax disputes and closure of assessment proceedings.

Indirect Tax Management

• Oversee GST and other indirect tax compliances across business operations.
• Ensure timely filing of GST returns and other applicable indirect tax filings.
• Manage indirect tax audits, assessments, notices, and departmental queries.
• Provide guidance on indirect tax implications for business transactions and operational activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable indirect tax regulations and internal controls.

Transfer Pricing & Tax Structuring

• Lead transfer pricing planning and compliance activities.
• Develop appropriate transfer pricing structures for intercompany transactions.
• Manage transfer pricing documentation, benchmarking studies, and compliance requirements.
• Provide tax structuring support for business initiatives, cross‑border transactions, and organizational changes.

Tax Governance & Risk Management

• Establish robust tax processes, controls, and compliance frameworks.
• Monitor changes in tax regulations and assess their impact on the business.
• Ensure effective tax risk management and timely implementation of corrective actions.
• Coordinate with internal teams, auditors, consultants, and tax authorities.

Reporting & Process Improvement

• Prepare tax MIS and management updates on compliance status, risks, and ongoing matters.
• Identify opportunities to improve tax processes and automate compliance activities.
• Maintain accurate tax records and documentation for audit and regulatory requirements.

Team Collaboration

• Guide and mentor tax team members in day‑to‑day tax activities.
• Review deliverables and ensure accuracy and timely completion of tax compliances.
• Build a culture of compliance, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA) mandatory.
• 4–6 years of post‑qualification experience in direct tax, indirect tax, taxation advisory, or corporate tax roles.
• Strong expertise in direct and indirect tax regulations, tax assessments, litigations, and compliance management.
• Experience in transfer pricing and tax structuring is preferred.

Preferred Qualities

• Strong understanding of tax regulations with an ability to assess business impact.
• Proactive approach towards tax compliance, risk identification, and mitigation.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage stakeholders including internal teams, auditors, consultants, and tax authorities.
• Good communication and presentation skills for reporting and advisory support.
• Ownership mindset with focus on timely execution and continuous process improvement.

Job Location: Hebbal, Bengaluru