This role will report to Senior Manager - Tax and will be responsible for corporate tax for both Novartis entities in India.
About the Role
Key Requirements:
Undertaking tax compliances (advance tax, return of income, statutory closing, Tax Audit, etc), tax reporting (Statutory and MIS), etc) and supporting Senior Manager - Tax on litigation matters
Tax risk management for Novartis India entities, including managing tax assessments/ transfer pricing audit and responses to other on-going tax proceedings/ show cause notices
Support in India tax/ profitability planning and financial analysis for MIS and statutory reporting
Support on tax advisory on various tax matters - such as P&O issues, internal business developments/ deals/ re-structuring, on need basis
Monitor national and international tax environment and ensure compliance with local tax law in alignment with internal stakeholders
Monitor changes to Pharma policy environment in India and analysing impact & suggesting action required in alignment with internal stakeholder. Undertake measures to minimize uncertain tax positions/ tax leakages
Maintain a good working relationship with tax authorities, internal stakeholders (among others - Finance, FRA, Legal, Treasury, business teams, etc) and other external stakeholders
Being a self-starter and fostering teamwork
Play an active role in tax knowledge sessions, including sessions with Group tax
Essential Requirements:
Excellent knowledge and solid experience of local corporate tax - compliance, litigation and advisory
Strong technical acumen and tax operational experience
Effective project management and partnering skills
Desirable Requirements:
Chartered Accountant with 6-8 years of experience in Corporate tax
Relevant experience in Industry (Pharma/ FMCG preferable) or Consultancy firms