01Responsibilities
The tasks, roles and responsibilities pertaining to the job role of an Associate will include the following: Conducting technical research on tax laws, including domestic and international tax commentaries, OECD publications, papers, and reading through internal knowledge management databases. Analyzing and interpreting provisions under the Income Tax Act and provisions pertaining to international tax and dealing with interpretation of tax treaties. Reading and understanding of allied laws, such as exchange control, etc. Advising clients on complex corporate tax matters, such as permanent establishments, general anti-avoidance rules, place of effective management, significant economic presence, and double tax treaties. Supporting the team on pre/post-acquisition corporate tax advisory work, such as group tax restructuring, diligences and documentation reviews. Supporting the team on key advisory projects like entry strategies, funding options, cross-border transaction taxation and ETR analysis. Preparation of memos, presentations, opinions etc. as per clients needs and based on detailed analysis of the issues involved. Handling assessment proceedings and supporting the litigation team in appellate proceedings with CIT(A), DRP, ITAT and other authorities. This includes data analysis, preparing legal arguments, paper books, submissions, notes to counsel, Interface with the tax department etc. Responsible for supporting clients on ongoing compliances such as income tax returns, TDS computations and taking support of our delivery center teams and tax technology tools for execution of such engagements. Effective implementation and review of work programs and updating the manager proactively on various work-related aspects. Updating clients on ongoing matters in a prompt and regular basis and keeping track of industry developments. Attending and participating in internal Learning and Education (L&E) sessions. Overseeing the work of Analysts and Senior Analysts Mandatory skill sets: Qualified Chartered Accountant with 0-2years of relevant work experience or a Commerce or a relevant field graduate with at least five years of relevant experience. Article ship in Big 4 or prior experience in corporate tax will be an added advantage Thorough knowledge of Direct Tax, Corporate Tax (Income Tax & DTAA) Corporate Law & International Tax FEMA and Transfer Pricing Preferred skill sets: Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical skills .
