Maersk

The candidate shall report to the Indirect Tax Lead/ Manager. The role will focus on tax audit support in the Indirect Tax area for all Maersk group entities within India.

Location

You will be based in Pune, India

• Responsible for routine tax audits, drafting/ vetting of tax submissions and appearances before tax authorities.
• Co-ordination with various internal teams to seek relevant data for submissions during audits.
• Attending personal hearings before the tax authorities, courts etc. which includes onsite visit to tax offices in different cities/ states, on need basis.
• Preparation/ reviewing of data for submission before the authorities.
• Tax risk/ exposures/ provisions reporting process – timely update on audit outcomes to the stakeholders and inputs to financial reporting team.
• Provide inputs to compliance team basis tax authorities observations to improve upon the compliance processes and documentations.
• Perform research and support for tax audits, prepare supporting memos, responses, objections, and related documentation supporting financial statement and tax return positions; manage tax audits allocated by the Tax Controversy group.
• Tracking the deadlines of submissions, appeal hearings etc. and timely monitoring and updating of trackers
• Collaborate with other functional tax groups and with other corporate functions to provide an integrated approach to support business needs
• Liaison with external consultants to drive the best outcome of audits with cost efficient approach.

Experience Required

• 5 to 7 years of relevant work experience in indirect taxes
• Experience in industry with global operations or/ and big 4 accounting firm
• Strategic and proactive mindset with smart functioning abilities
• Experience in handling taxation matters at assessments/ audits, appellate level
• Experience in liaising with tax auditors, tax consultants and revenue authorities
• Experience in tax controversy and detailed transactional analysis
• Experience with indirect tax setup in ERP systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to perform critical analysis, prioritize with problem solving approach
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to foster a collaborative, team environment
• Strong organizational skills and eye to detail
• Strong research, analytical and drafting skills
• A results oriented self-starter with a demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects, effectively prioritize, and execute
• Ability to thrive in a change environment
• Fluent in English

Education Required

• Chartered Accountant
• A law degree will be an added advantage

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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