ROLE
– Manage preparation, review, and filing of Income Tax returns
– Compute and monitor Advance Tax and other direct tax liabilities
– Coordinate and support tax audits and assessments
– Handle income tax notices, scrutiny cases, and departmental queries
– Provide tax planning and advisory support to management
– Oversee E-Invoice and E-Way Bill compliance
– Handle GST audits, assessments, and litigation matters
– Manage inter-state transactions, exports, and related GST implications
– Ensure timely deduction, deposit, and filing of TDS/TCS returns
– Reconcile TDS returns and resolve defaults
– Handle TDS notices and departmental queries
– Estimate annual tax liabilities and cash flow impact for strategic planning
– Monitor budget vs. actual tax expenses and provide variance analysis
– Support management in financial planning, forecasting, and cost optimization initiatives
– Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations
– Monitor changes in tax laws, notifications, and circulars
– Identify and mitigate tax risks and exposures
– Support internal controls and compliance frameworks
– Coordinate with statutory auditors, tax consultants, and authorities
– Support internal, statutory, and tax audits
– Provide accurate data, explanations, and documentation during audits
– Lead and mentor the taxation team
– Review team deliverables and ensure adherence to timelines
– Drive process improvements and automation initiatives within tax functions

REQUIREMENTS
– Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
– Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
– Expertise in GST, Income Tax, and TDS/TCS regulations