Tax Professional – Direct Tax & Compliance

About the role

We are seeking a tax professional to join our corporate taxation team, focusing on direct tax compliance, assessments, litigation support and advisory services. The role provides exposure to tax audits, appeals, cross‑border transactions and corporate tax planning.

Key responsibilities

• Handle scrutiny assessments, prepare responses to notices and liaise with tax authorities.
• Prepare and file appeals before CIT(A) and ITAT, drafting written submissions.
• Provide advisory services on corporate taxation, high‑net‑worth tax planning, corporate structuring and transaction advisory.
• Manage direct tax compliance, including filing income‑tax returns, tax audits and certifications for cross‑border transactions (Form 15CB).
• Support trust assessments, payroll structuring initiatives and interactions with the Income Tax Department.
• Collaborate with auditors to review tax computations, deferred tax positions and litigation matters.
• Work with legal counsel to prepare submissions for tax appeals and writ petitions before the High Court.

Required profile

• CA or semi‑qualified candidate with at least 1 year of experience in corporate taxation, tax litigation and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of the Income‑Tax Act, assessment procedures, appellate proceedings, tax audits and cross‑border taxation.
• Proven experience representing clients before tax authorities and coordinating with legal and audit teams.
• Excellent analytical, drafting, communication and stakeholder‑management abilities.

Required skills