Process Executive - Direct Tax & Transfer Pricing

About the Role

Based in Mohali, Punjab, India, the role of Process Executive - Direct Tax & Transfer Pricing involves independently handling everyday direct tax compliance and transfer pricing duties for specified business entities and regions. This position ensures accurate handling of tax provisions, effective execution of tax filings, and comprehensive transfer pricing documentation in full compliance with legal requirements and internal company tax policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review direct tax deliverables such as monthly and quarterly tax provisions, forecasts for effective tax rates (ETR), year-end tax adjustments, and the associated journal entries.
• Independently process and manage corporate income tax returns, withholding tax calculations, and reply to standard tax authority inquiries.
• Oversee transfer pricing documentation, including conducting data analysis, supporting benchmarking exercises, reviewing reports, and preparing transfer pricing returns, employing technology as necessary.
• Carry out and assess tax and transfer pricing reconciliations, highlighting potential risks, discrepancies, and control weaknesses.
• Support tax audit procedures, liaise with external consultants, and actively participate in initiatives for automation and ongoing process enhancements.
• Ensure all direct tax and transfer pricing compliance activities are carried out for the assigned entities.
• Stay informed of developments in direct tax and transfer pricing legislation and assess their impact on compliance obligations for the assigned entities.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Solid understanding of direct tax and transfer pricing rules and compliance, especially pertaining to US and Asian jurisdictions.
• Basic grasp of accounting and financial processes.
• Excellent numerical accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.
• Familiarity with SAP systems, ideally S/4HANA, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Effective communication and coordination abilities.
• An inquisitive mindset, proactive attitude, and eagerness to deepen expertise in taxation.

Additional Competencies

• Fluency in English; knowledge of additional languages is advantageous.

Behavioral Attributes

• Apply extensive business, financial, and global insights to identify and develop opportunities aligned with strategic company goals.
• Enhance organizational capability by attracting, nurturing, and retaining talent and building strategic partnerships.
• Communicate a clear vision and strategic direction to inspire colleagues, maintain high standards, and guide effectively through change.

Technical Requirements

• Proven experience managing direct tax compliance and tax provision processes.
• Competency in transfer pricing documentation and benchmarking activities.
• Understanding of effective tax rate forecasting and deferred tax accounting concepts.
• Advanced skills in SAP and Excel.
• Experience supporting tax audits and handling typical tax inquiries.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Taxation.
• Master's degree or professional certification in tax is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 to 4 years of relevant experience in direct tax and/or transfer pricing within a multinational corporation environment.
• Strong written and spoken English language skills.

Additional Information

Interested employees should discuss this opportunity with their supervisors to promote transparent development discussions. Specific inquiries can be directed to the regional talent acquisition team, and applicants should review the Talent Acquisition Policy prior to applying.