Everest Industries - Head - Taxation - CA

Description:

Company Overview:

Everest Industries Limited is a leading building solutions provider, renowned for its comprehensive range of roofing, cladding, pre-engineered buildings, and steel building products. Operating across India, the company serves diverse sectors including industrial, commercial, and residential, contributing significantly to infrastructure development and sustainable construction practices.

Role Overview:

The Head Taxation role at Everest Industries Limited is a critical leadership position responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company's tax strategy, planning, and compliance. This role involves managing direct and indirect taxation, transfer pricing, and ensuring adherence to all applicable tax laws and regulations. The Head Taxation will collaborate closely with finance, legal, and operational teams to optimize tax efficiency and mitigate tax risks, reporting directly to the CFO. The position is based in Mumbai.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive tax strategies to minimize the company's overall tax burden while ensuring full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Oversee the preparation and filing of all direct and indirect tax returns, ensuring accuracy and timeliness to avoid penalties and maintain a positive relationship with tax authorities.
• Manage transfer pricing policies and documentation, ensuring compliance with Indian and international regulations to mitigate transfer pricing risks.
• Lead tax planning initiatives, identifying opportunities for tax optimization and efficiency across the organization to improve profitability.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations, assessing their impact on the company and implementing necessary adjustments to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Represent the company in tax audits and assessments, effectively communicating with tax authorities and defending the company's tax positions.
• Provide guidance and support to finance and other departments on tax-related matters, ensuring consistent application of tax policies and procedures.
• Manage and mentor a team of tax professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development to enhance their skills and expertise.

Required Skillset:

• Demonstrated expertise in direct and indirect taxation, transfer pricing, and tax planning, enabling effective management of the company's tax affairs.
• Proven ability to develop and implement tax strategies that align with business objectives, optimizing tax efficiency and minimizing risks.
• Strong understanding of Indian tax laws and regulations, as well as international tax principles, ensuring compliance and effective tax management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, enabling the identification and resolution of complex tax issues.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, facilitating effective collaboration with internal stakeholders and external tax authorities.
• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 12-14 years of relevant experience in taxation.