Manager - US Direct Taxation - GCC - CA/CPA (10-15 yrs)

Candidate Profile:

Experience

- 10+ years of experience managing US Direct Tax functions independently.

- Expertise in federal, state, and local tax compliance.

- Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and advisors.

Skills:

- Strong understanding of US Tax Laws and ASC 740 provisions.

- Hands-on experience with US Tax ERPs and advanced proficiency in tax software.

- Strategic thinker with a balance of short- and long-term problem-solving.

- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

- Result-oriented with a focus on self-growth and team development.

- Knowledge of aviation or hospitality industries is an advantage.

Educational Qualification - Qualified CA or US-CPA.

Other Requirements - Flexibility to work in US ET shift and adapt during peak periods.

Accountabilities:

1. Operations Management

- Manage the organization's federal, state, and local direct tax compliance.

- Oversee the preparation and review of federal, state, and local income tax returns, ensuring accuracy and timely filing.

- Manage quarterly and annual income tax provision calculations in accordance with ASC 740.

- Ensure compliance with estimated tax payment requirements and reporting obligations.

- Provide guidance on tax implications of business transactions, restructuring, and cross-border operations.

- Review and approve tax-related journal entries, reconciliations, and disclosures for financial statements.

- Manage federal tax audits, respond to inquiries, and resolve disputes with tax authorities.

- Ensure timely completion of legal/statutory audit requirements and adherence to internal company controls.

- Identify and implement process improvement opportunities.

2. Transition Support

- Support process transitions by leveraging shared service best practices for smooth implementation.

- Actively participate in migration activities, including training material preparation, service rehearsal testing, and go-live readiness.

- Provide post-go-live support during the stabilization phase.

3. Team Management

- Plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance and provide feedback.

- Facilitate skill development, coaching, and technical competency enhancement for team members.

- Build a high-performance culture and foster collaborative relationships.

4. Service Excellence

- Ensure delivery of services meets/exceeds KPIs and SLAs within a robust internal control framework.

- Partner with the Service Management team to develop and track SLAs, input to service reporting, and facilitate service transitions.

- Build customer relationships, improve satisfaction, and resolve escalated issues effectively.

5. Innovation and Continuous Improvement

- Foster a culture of innovation aimed at driving business value.

- Ensure operational excellence through disciplined performance management.

- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance profitability.

Major Activities:

- Manage and work on advanced tax software (e.g., OneSource, CorpTax) and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks).

- Conduct analysis, problem-solving, and forecasting of tax-related transactions using technical tools.

- Track and resolve outstanding issues, escalating as necessary.

- Provide expertise in project management, supplier engagement, total cost management, and financial analysis.