Direct Tax (CA)

About the Company

We are a leading listed renewable energy company with a diversified portfolio across solar, wind, hybrid, and emerging clean energy solutions. The organization is focused on sustainable growth, strategic acquisitions, and value creation for stakeholders.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Tax Manager with strong expertise under the Income Tax Act, 1961, who will be responsible for end-to-end direct tax management including tax planning, litigation, compliance, M&A structuring, and valuation support. The role requires close coordination with finance, legal, business development, and external advisors.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Tax Compliance & Advisory

• Manage end-to-end compliance under the Income Tax Act, 1961 including computation of taxable income, tax provisions, advance tax, and return filings.
• Handle tax audit coordination, notices, assessments, rectifications, and appellate proceedings.
• Provide ongoing tax advisory to business teams on transactions, contracts, and operational matters.
• Ensure compliance with withholding tax (TDS/TCS) provisions including reconciliation and reporting.

Tax Accounting & Reporting (Listed Entity Environment)

• Support quarterly and annual tax provisioning (current & deferred tax) in accordance with Ind AS / financial reporting requirements.
• Work closely with statutory auditors and internal stakeholders for tax disclosures.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and evaluate impact on the organization.

Mergers & Acquisitions / Business Restructuring

• Evaluate tax implications of M&A transactions, slump sales, share acquisitions, business transfers, and group restructuring.
• Assist in tax due diligence, transaction structuring, and post-merger integration from a tax standpoint.
• Coordinate with investment bankers, legal advisors, and consultants on deal execution.

Valuation & Strategic Projects

• Support valuation exercises including fairness opinions, impairment analysis inputs, and tax-efficient structuring of investments/divestments.
• Assist in reviewing the financial models and tax sensitivity analysis for strategic transactions.
• Provide tax inputs for fund raising, IPO/FPO, QIP, and strategic partnerships where applicable.

Litigation Management

• Manage tax litigation strategy, drafting submissions, and representing matters before tax authorities along with external counsels.
• Track contingent liabilities and maintain litigation documentation.

Process Improvement & Controls

• Strengthen internal tax controls, documentation standards, and compliance calendars.
• Drive automation initiatives in tax reporting and reconciliation processes.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualification

• Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory
• Additional qualification in valuation / finance (e.g., CFA Level / Registered Valuer) will be an advantage

Experience

• 5–6 years of relevant experience in direct taxation (preferably Big4)
• Prior experience in renewable energy / infrastructure / power sector / listed company preferred
• Exposure to M&A transactions and valuation assignments is additional advantage

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Income Tax Act, 1961, judicial precedents, and tax structuring concepts
• Working knowledge of financial modelling and valuation methodologies
• Proficiency in Excel and tax / ERP systems

Behavioral Competencies

• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capability
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• High ownership and attention to detail

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on strategic transactions and large-scale renewable projects
• High visibility role in a listed corporate environment
• Collaborative and growth-oriented work culture