Vodafone Idea - General Manager - Taxation - CA

Job Title: General Manager - Taxation

About the Job:

- We are seeking an experienced and dynamic General Manager - Taxation to lead our tax function and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.

- This role requires a strong understanding of direct and indirect taxation, with a focus on GST compliance, withholding tax, and corporate taxation.

- The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in tax planning strategies and managing large teams in a corporate environment.

Key Responsibilities:

- Oversee and manage all aspects of direct and indirect tax compliance, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.

- Develop and implement effective tax planning strategies to optimize tax efficiency.

- Ensure timely and accurate filing of tax returns, assessments, and audits.

- Provide strategic tax advisory support to business units and senior management.

- Lead interactions with tax authorities, external consultants, and regulatory bodies.

- Monitor changes in tax laws and assess their impact on the organization.

- Manage tax-related risk and ensure robust internal controls are in place.

- Lead and mentor a team of 50+ professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive tax compliance and efficiency in financial operations.

- Oversee tax reporting and ensure alignment with corporate financial objectives.

Core Requirements:

- Professional Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA) with 15-20 years of experience.

- Experience: Minimum of 10 years in direct and indirect tax compliance management within a large corporate environment.

- Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of GST compliance, withholding tax, and corporate taxation.

- Leadership Skills: Proven ability to manage and mentor large teams (50+ members).

- Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyze complex tax issues and provide solutions.

- Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

- Work Ethic: Ability to perform under pressure, multitask, and prioritize effectively.

- Industry Experience: Prior experience in shared services industries is highly preferred.

- If you have a strategic mindset and a passion for tax leadership, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to drive our taxation function forward