Taxation Officer

Role Overview
Job Title: Assistant Manager Expense Management & Direct Tax
Department: Finance & Accounts
Reports To:
Location:
Job Type: Full-time
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Assistant Manager Expense Management & Direct Tax to oversee our corporate expense operations and manage direct taxation compliance, planning, and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
1. Direct Tax & Tax Compliance

• Tax Planning & Computation: Compute advance tax liabilities, quarterly tax provisions, and year-end direct tax calculations in accordance with local tax laws.
• Return Filing: Prepare, review, and file corporate income tax returns, withholding tax (TDS/TCS) returns, and equalisation levies accurately and on time.
• Assessments & Litigation: Draft responses to tax notices, coordinate direct tax assessments, and work alongside external tax advisors or legal consultants during appeals/litigation.
• Tax Audits: Support direct tax statutory audits, transfer pricing documentation (if applicable), and tax return certifications.
• Advisory & Updates: Monitor changes in direct tax legislation, assess their impact on company operations, and advise senior management on tax optimization strategies.

2. Reporting & Financial Analytics

• Prepare monthly expense analytical reports, variance analyses, and budget-vs-actual tracking for management decision-making.
• Reconcile tax ledger accounts (TDS receivables/payables, advance tax balances) against tax department portals (e.g., Form 26AS/AIS) on a monthly basis.
• Assist in month-end and year-end financial closing activities related to expense accruals and tax provisions.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: : Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: 2-5 years of relevant experience in corporate finance, direct taxation, and expense management.
• Tax Expertise: Strong, in-depth knowledge of local Direct Tax laws, withholding tax provisions, corporate income tax structure, and tax audit requirements.
• Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with ERP systems and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent data management skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact with internal cross-functional teams, external auditors, and tax authorities.