Manager - Direct Tax

3 hours ago

Gurugram Gurugram India Cairn Oil and Gas Full time

Job Description

At Vedanta, we have always believed that human capital is our core asset. Identifying internal talent and elevating them to enhanced leadership roles is the hallmark of our organization's DNA and has been the key factor in delivering our rapid growth.

Cairn is committed to playing a lead role in the energy security of the country and geared up towards contributing to half of India's crude production. In line with this strategic priority, we are looking for bright talent in Finance function, to manage all aspects of Direct Tax compliance, planning, assessments, audits, and litigation for the organization in accordance with applicable laws, ensuring timely and accurate tax filings, optimizing tax efficiency, and mitigating risks, while supporting business and regulatory needs of the oil & gas sector

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The incumbent will be responsible for executing overall strategies for the Direct tax in the Group liaison with the Assessing Officers, Legal Counsels and lead litigation matters. He/she shall drive end to end management of tax affairs, undertake tax compliance (both domestic & International), rationalization of tax structure. The Leader shall be instrumental in providing tax advisory to senior management to aid business decision making, and drive digitization initiatives for Tax. Strong focus on benchmarking with the global best practices, compliance & governance, stakeholder management, external engagement to unlock value will be critical success factors of the rol

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Key Responsibiliti

es:
1. Direct Tax Compliance & Fil

- ingsPrepare and file corporate income tax returns, TDS returns, and other statutory filings within prescribed timeli
- nes.Monitor and ensure compliance with advance tax payments, TDS deductions, and remittan
- ces.Reconcile tax GLs and ensure accurate tax accounting under Ind AS and IG
- AAP.Coordinate tax audits and transfer pricing documentation requireme

nts.2. Tax Planning & Advi

- soryAnalyze and implement tax optimization strategies within legal boundar
- ies.Advise internal stakeholders on tax implications of transactions, contracts, and business structur
- ing.Monitor developments in domestic direct tax laws (including MAT, DDT, GAAR, etc.) and assess business imp

act.3. Assessments & Litiga

- tionManage tax assessments, scrutiny notices, and correspondence with income tax authorit
- ies.Coordinate with consultants, legal teams, and tax counsels for appeals and representation at various levels (AO, CIT(A), ITAT, High Court, et
- c.).Maintain comprehensive documentation and compliance audit tra

ils.4. Industry-Specific Focus (Oil &

- Gas)Ensure tax treatment for activities such as exploration, production, royalty payments, revenue sharing, and import/export is aligned with applicable provisi
- ons.Handle PSC/PSC-like tax structures and fiscal terms where applica
- ble.Liaise with government authorities for sector-specific incentives or clarificati

ons.5. Internal Controls & Stakeholder Manage

- mentDevelop SOPs for tax processes and maintain internal contr
- ols.Collaborate with Finance, Procurement, Projects, and Legal teams for tax input on business decisi
- ons.Engage and manage external advisors and auditors effectiv

ely.6. International Taxation Compli

- anceEnsure compliance with international taxation regulations in jurisdictions such as the UK, and others as relevant to the busin
- ess.Liaise with overseas advisors and tax authorities to address international compliance requirements, audits, and assessme

nts.
Qualifications & Experi

- ence:
CA, additional qualification in law/taxation is a
- plus.812 years of relevant experience in direct taxation, preferably in Oil & Gas, Energy, or Infrastructure se
- ctors.Strong knowledge of Indian direct tax laws, litigation process, and exposure to international tax princ
- iples.Experience in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and tax automation

tools.
Key Compet

- encies:
Strong analytical and problem-solvin
- g skillsExcellent communication and stakeholder ma
- nagementAttention to detail and ability to work under d
- eadlinesStrategic tax planning mindset with commercia
- l acumenTeam leadership and mentoring a

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