WheelsEye - Head - Taxation - CA

Role Overview:

We are looking for a seasoned Senior Manager - Taxation to lead and manage the organization's direct tax strategy, compliance, audits, and planning initiatives. This is a key leadership role requiring a highly experienced tax professional who can partner with business stakeholders and ensure optimal tax governance in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Direct Tax Compliance & Advisory

- Manage end-to-end compliance for Income Tax, Corporate Tax, and Transfer Pricing.

- Ensure timely filing of returns, advance tax computations, and tax audit reports.

- Interpret tax laws and regulatory updates, and provide strategic tax advice.

- Lead tax-related documentation and structuring for corporate initiatives like mergers, demergers, or fundraising.

Assessments & Litigation

- Handle tax assessments and represent the company in tax litigation and scrutiny matters.

- Coordinate with external advisors and legal teams to manage disputes and minimize tax exposure.

Tax Planning & Optimization

- Identify tax-saving opportunities, evaluate tax risks, and implement effective planning strategies.

- Optimize utilization of MAT credits and deferred tax assets.

- Provide input for pricing, contracts, and new business initiatives from a taxation standpoint.

Team & Stakeholder Management

- Guide and mentor junior tax professionals and consultants.

- Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, legal, and operations teams.

- Advise CXOs and senior leaders on taxation impact for business decisions.

Process Improvement & Automation

- Drive tax process automation and implementation of SOPs.

- Ensure accuracy and consistency of tax accounting and provisioning.

- Monitor internal controls and ensure adherence to the tax calendar.

Desired Skills & Experience:

Must-Have:

- Minimum 5 years' experience in Direct Taxation (IT, CT, TP)

- Proven track record in managing tax for corporate restructuring

- Strong analytical and interpretive knowledge of tax laws

- Hands-on tax accounting and audit exposure

- Team leadership and cross-functional stakeholder engagement

CA - 2012 - 16 Graduated