About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Manager Taxation to join our core finance team. This role carries dual responsibility for managing end-to-end taxation and statutory compliance for ASHL and SMS. The incumbent will play a critical role in ensuring robust financial governance, statutory adherence, and strategic tax planning aligned with Apollo Group standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Direct Taxation (Corporate Tax & TDS)

- Manage corporate tax planning and compliance for both entities.
- Ensure accurate computation, timely payment, and filing of Advance Tax, Corporate Tax, and TDS/TCS returns.
- Prepare and file Income Tax Returns (ITR) in accordance with the Income Tax Act.
- Handle tax assessments, notices, and appeals; represent the organization before tax authorities.
- Provide advisory on tax implications for business initiatives, contracts, and financial transactions.

2. Indirect Taxation (GST)

- Oversee end-to-end GST compliance including computation, payment, and return filings (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, GSTR-9C).
- Ensure reconciliation of Input Tax Credit (ITC) with GSTR-2A/2B and books of accounts.
- Manage GST audits, assessments, and departmental queries or notices.

3. Statutory Compliance & Audits





- Ensure compliance with SEBI regulations for listed entities (ASHL) and Companies Act requirements for deemed public companies (SMS).
- Coordinate with internal, statutory, and tax auditors for timely audit completion.
- Prepare tax documentation, schedules, and reports for quarterly and annual financial closures.
- Oversee transfer pricing compliance and documentation, where applicable.

Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Chartered Accountant (CA) preferred. Candidates with LLB or MBA (Finance) with strong taxation expertise will be considered.
- Experience: 3–5 years of post-qualification experience in direct and indirect taxation.
- Background: Experience with listed companies, public limited companies, or reputed audit firms handling corporate clients is highly desirable.

Core Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of the Income Tax Act, GST laws, and Companies Act.
- Understanding of Ind AS and related tax implications.
- Proficiency in SAP, Tally, WINHMS, and taxation tools.
- Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
- High ethical standards and commitment to compliance and transparency.

📌 Manager (Chennai)
🏢 Sindoori Management Solutions
📍 Chennai