Senior Manager - Business Finance

Purpose/Objective

The Team Lead is responsible for reviewing and supervising the execution of direct tax compliance and reporting activities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to regulatory requirements.
Acting as a key reviewer and governance custodian, the role bridges the Internal Teams and operational teams to maintain compliance integrity and audit readiness.
In addition to overseeing statutory filings, assessments, and reconciliations, the position drives process improvements, automation initiatives, and capability development within the team, while fostering strong stakeholder coordination across business units, consultants, and auditors.

Key Responsibilities of Role

Direct Tax Compliance Governance: Supervise and review statutory filings and documentation for accuracy and compliance.
Assessment and Litigation Management: Ensure timely and accurate responses to tax authorities and auditors.
Tax Accounting and Reconciliation Control: Oversee reconciliations, provisions, and contingent liability monitoring & monitor contingent liabilities and CARO-related audit disclosures.
Stakeholder Coordination & Governance Reporting: Collaborate with internal teams, auditors, and consultants for smooth compliance execution and report monthly MIS, compliance dashboards, and exception reports Process Efficiency and Transformation Support: Support automation and AI-driven initiatives for tax process optimization and Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvement initiatives.
Tax Planning and Advisory Support: Review legislative changes and provide guidance on tax-efficient structures.
Brand Positioning & Leadership: Uphold organizational brand values in all interactions and strengthen relationships to enhance trust and credibility.
Promote a respectful, collaborative, and high-performing work environment.
Team Development: Build and mentor a high-performing team, set clear KPIs, and implement strategies for continuous improvement.
Promote a collaborative, respectful, and safe workplace, fostering innovation and professional growth.
Digital mindset: Champion a digital-first approach within the tax function to drive innovation and competitiveness.
Stay updated on digital and AI advancements to enhance tax processes and maintain global competitiveness.

Technical Competencies

Stakeholder Coordination & Governance Reporting,Process Efficiency and Transformation Support,Direct Tax Compliance Governance & Assessment and Litigation Management,Tax Planning and Advisory Support,Brand Positioning & Leadership

Qualifications and Experience

Education: Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent professional qualification.
Experience: 8–14 years in direct tax compliance including Transfer Pricing, International Taxation, FEMA and review roles, preferably in a corporate environment and Consultancy firms etc Technical Expertise: Advanced knowledge of Indian Direct Tax laws and compliance frameworks.
Leadership & Review Skills: Ability to supervise, review, and guide team members effectively.
Analytical Ability: Strong skills in validating tax computations and identifying discrepancies.
Process Orientation: Expertise in standardization and automation of tax processes.
Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Technology Proficiency: Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle), tax tools, and MS Excel.
Risk & Governance Awareness: Strong understanding of internal controls and compliance risks.