Manager - International Taxation & Financial Compliance

Education & Certifications

• Chartered Accountant with 2 to 4 yrs experience in transfer pricing

• Additional qualifications in international taxation strongly preferred

• Ongoing professional education in relevant tax and compliance domains

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Tax Leadership

• Architect and implement comprehensive international tax strategies aligned with our global business objectives and growth plans

• Lead strategic tax planning for cross-border transactions, business restructuring, and market entry/exit decisions

• Design optimal legal entity and operating structures that enhance tax efficiency while meeting business needs, with consideration for merger-acquisition activities and private equity transactions.

• Develop forward-looking tax risk management frameworks to identify, assess, and mitigate potential tax exposures

• Provide strategic tax counsel to the management on major business decisions

Global Compliance Management

• Establish robust governance frameworks ensuring full compliance with tax and financial regulations across all operating jurisdictions - India, Ireland, South Africa, United States and China

• Direct the preparation and timely filing of all corporate tax returns and disclosures worldwide

• Oversee statutory financial reporting and regulatory submissions in accordance with local requirements

• Implement standardized processes for tax provision calculations and tax accounting

• Lead tax audit defence strategies and manage relationships with tax authorities globally

Transfer Pricing Excellence

• Design and implement global transfer pricing policies aligned with OECD guidelines and local regulations

• Oversee development of comprehensive transfer pricing documentation including master files, local files, and country- by-country reporting

• Establish transfer pricing governance processes to monitor intercompany transactions and pricing methodologies

• Lead advance pricing agreement negotiations with tax authorities to secure certainty on transfer pricing positions

• Ensure alignment between transfer pricing policies and operational reality of the business.

• Develop and implement transfer pricing policy principles aligned with Point of Effective Management (POEM) requirements and standards.

Tax-Efficient Supply Chain Management

• Partner with Supply Chain leadership to optimize tax efficiency in global manufacturing and distribution networks

• Lead tax structuring for procurement hubs, principal structures, and contract manufacturing arrangements

• Develop customs and indirect tax strategies to minimize friction costs in cross-border movements

• Assess tax implications of make-vs-buy decisions and manufacturing footprint changes

• Optimize intellectual property locations and royalty structures from a tax perspective

Financial Compliance & Reporting

• Direct global financial compliance programs covering statutory accounting, regulatory reporting, and corporate governance

• Oversee implementation of financial controls to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley and equivalent regulations

• Lead responses to regulatory inquiries and manage relationships with financial regulatory bodies

• Ensure accurate and timely financial disclosures across all legal entities and operating jurisdictions like India, Ireland, South Africa, United States and China

• Implement standardized compliance monitoring and reporting systems across the global business

Tax Technology & Transformation

• Lead digital transformation of tax and compliance functions through innovative technology solutions

• Implement tax data management systems to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and analytics capabilities

• Drive process standardization and automation of tax compliance activities

• Develop tax analytics capabilities to provide deeper insights and scenario modelling

• Champion continuous improvement initiatives within the global tax and compliance organization

Team Leadership & Development

• Build and lead high-performing teams of tax and compliance professionals across multiple locations

• Establish centers of excellence for specialized tax disciplines including transfer pricing, indirect tax, and tax controversy

• Foster a culture of technical excellence, ethical conduct, and business partnership

• Represent the company in industry forums and professional tax organizations

Experience

•2+ years of progressive experience in international taxation and financial compliance

• managing global tax functions from Global MNC's, Major Conglomerates, Accounting Firms etc

• Significant experience in the CPG industry with understanding of manufacturing operations

• Proven track record managing complex tax matters across multiple jurisdictions

• Experience leading tax aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and business restructurings

• Demonstrated success in building and developing global finance teams

Technical Knowledge

• Comprehensive expertise in international corporate taxation principles and practices

• In-depth understanding of transfer pricing regulations and documentation requirements

• Thorough knowledge of indirect taxes including VAT, GST, and customs duties

• Strong command of tax accounting under IFRS and US GAAP frameworks

• Advanced understanding of tax treaty networks and their practical application

• Familiarity with digital taxation initiatives (BEPS 2.0, Pillar One, Pillar Two)

• Expert knowledge of tax compliance requirements in major global markets

Technical Skills

• Experience with leading tax technology platforms and ERP systems

• Proficiency with tax provision software and compliance management tools

• Strong data analytics capabilities as applied to tax planning and compliance

• Ability to leverage technology to enhance tax function effectiveness

• Understanding of process automation opportunities in tax and compliance functions