Head of Direct Tax Advisory

Responsibilities:

This role involves managing complex tax issues, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, optimizing tax strategies, and leading a team of tax professionals to deliver high-quality advisory services to clients or the business.

• Develop and implement the direct tax strategy aligned with the company’s overall financial and business objectives.

• Provide expert guidance on direct tax planning, compliance, and risk management.

• Stay abreast of changes in tax laws and regulations and assess their impact on the organization or clients.

• Oversee the preparation and review of direct tax returns and filings to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Advise on corporate tax, capital gains tax, transfer pricing, withholding taxes, tax treaties, and other direct tax issues.

• Provide tax-efficient structuring advice for mergers, acquisitions, reorganizations, and other corporate transactions.

• Act as the primary point of contact for senior management, tax authorities, auditors, and external advisors on direct tax matters.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external clients.

• Represent the organization or firm in tax audits, disputes, and negotiations with tax authorities.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the direct tax advisory team to enhance technical capabilities and performance.

• Manage resource allocation and ensure timely delivery of tax advisory services.

• Foster a collaborative and knowledge-sharing culture within the team.

• Identify and mitigate tax risks through proactive advisory and compliance measures.

• Ensure robust tax governance and controls are in place.

• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management and boards on tax risks, opportunities, and compliance status.

Requirements:

• Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, or equivalent professional qualification in taxation.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in direct tax advisory, preferably in a leadership role.

• Deep knowledge of direct tax laws, regulations, and best practices.

• Experience working with multinational companies, handling cross-border tax issues is an advantage.

• Proven track record in managing complex tax projects, audits, and disputes.

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.