Deputy Manager - Finance and Accounts

Key Responsibilities:
Manage overall tax compliance covering both direct and indirect taxes.
Prepare and review tax workings including income tax, TDS, GST, and other applicable levies.
Ensure timely filing of returns, payments, and statutory submissions across tax domains.
Liaise with internal teams and external consultants/authorities for tax matters, assessments, and notices.
Support tax audits, assessments, and departmental queries with proper documentation.
Monitor changes in tax laws and evaluate their impact on business operations.
Drive process improvements to strengthen tax compliance and reporting frameworks.
Key Deliverables:
1. Tax Provision Management
• Prepare and review tax provisions (current & deferred), returns, payments, and reports.
• Maintain and regularly update the company’s tax database and records.
• Ensure accurate estimation and tracking of tax liabilities.
2. Tax Issue Resolution
• Resolve complex tax issues, notices, and discrepancies arising from filings or assessments.
• Identify tax optimization opportunities and recommend strategies to improve efficiency.
3. Tax Compliance
• Ensure compliance with all applicable direct and indirect tax laws and regulations.
• Review and validate tax computations including income tax, TDS, and GST.
• Ensure timely filing of returns and adherence to statutory deadlines.
4. Reporting
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual tax reports.
• Provide MIS and insights on tax positions, exposures, and compliance status.
5. Audit & Assessment Support
• Provide end-to-end support during internal audits, statutory audits, and tax assessments.
• Coordinate with auditors and consultants to ensure timely closure of audit observations and notices.
Experience:
• 5-10 years of overall experience in taxation (direct & indirect taxes).
• Experience in manufacturing / FMCG industry preferred.
• Hands-on experience in SAP is mandatory.
• Exposure to tax audits, assessments, and compliance processes.
Desired Skills:
• Strong analytical and financial reporting skills
• Good understanding of taxation frameworks and business operations
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability
• Effective stakeholder management and coordination skills
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