Tax COnsultant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• Professional qualification such as CA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent preferred.
• Master's degree in Taxation or Finance is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all corporate tax compliance, including direct and indirect taxes.
• Ensure timely preparation and filing of tax returns, GST/VAT returns, withholding taxes, and other statutory filings.
• Oversee tax accounting, provisions, reconciliations, and disclosures in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the organization.
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to improve tax efficiency while ensuring compliance.
• Manage tax audits, assessments, and correspondence with tax authorities.
• Review tax implications of business transactions, contracts, mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring activities.
• Collaborate with finance, legal, payroll, procurement, and business teams on tax-related matters.
• Identify tax risks and establish internal controls to mitigate compliance and financial exposure.
• Support statutory and internal audits by providing tax documentation and explanations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the taxation team to enhance technical expertise and performance.
• Drive automation and process improvements within the tax function.