Important Eligibility
€¢ This role is ONLY for candidates with prior experience in a CA firm / consulting practice (Big4 or mid-tier).
€¢ Applicants from corporate/industry tax departments will NOT be considered.
Role Overview
€¢ We€™re looking for a Direct Tax Practice Leader to join our leadership team.
€¢ You will lead client engagements across Direct Tax, International Tax, M&A Advisory, and Audit €” managing complex mandates, guiding teams, and driving growth in PKC€™s Direct Tax practice.
Key Responsibilities
1. Tax Structuring & Planning
€¢ Develop tax-efficient structures for individuals, firms, LLPs, companies, and trusts.
€¢ Identify savings opportunities while ensuring compliance with current laws.
€¢ Draft and review tax opinions for complex domestic and cross-border transactions.
2. M&A & Transaction Advisory
€¢ Advise on capital gains, business transfers, and share acquisitions.
€¢ Structure JVs, investments, and exits from a tax perspective.
€¢ Support due diligence, restructuring, and transaction documentation.
3. International Taxation & Transfer Pricing
€¢ Advise on cross-border transactions, DTAAs, and withholding tax implications.
€¢ Review Form 3CEB and Transfer Pricing documentation.
€¢ Manage client relationships for global structuring mandates.
4. Statutory & Tax Audits
€¢ Lead Statutory Audits for listed and unlisted companies.
€¢ Review Tax Audits (Form 3CD) for diverse entities.
€¢ Ensure timely and accurate compliance with Ind AS, Companies Act, and Income Tax laws.
Who We€™re Looking For
€¢ Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 7€“15 years of post-qualification experience.
€¢ MANDATORY: Experience in a CA firm / consulting practice (Big4 or mid-tier).
€¢ Strong exposure to Direct Tax, International Tax, Transaction Advisory, and Statutory & Tax Audits.
€¢ Proven ability to lead teams of 5+ professionals and manage client relationships.
€¢ Working knowledge of Ind AS and corporate law.
€¢ Excellent communication and client-facing skills.