Job Description: Manager - Direct Tax

Designation: Manager Direct Tax

Department: Tax, Regulatory & Services (TRS)

Location: Bengaluru

Company: Desai Haribhakti & Co.

About the Role

Desai Haribhakti & Co. is seeking an experienced Manager Direct Tax to join its Tax, Regulatory & Services (TRS) practice. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in direct tax advisory, litigation, tax compliance, and client relationship management. The role requires managing client engagements independently, mentoring team members, and supporting business development initiatives.

Qualification

- Chartered Accountant (CA) Mandatory

Experience

- 7+ years of post-qualification experience in Direct Taxation, preferably with a CA firm.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Tax Advisory

- Provide advisory services on domestic and international taxation.
- Advise clients on corporate tax matters, business restructuring, mergers & acquisitions, and tax-productive structures.
- Review tax opinions, technical memorandums, and advisory reports.
- Provide tax planning solutions aligned with business objectives.

Direct Tax Litigation

- Handle tax assessments, reassessments, searches, surveys, rectification proceedings, and appeals.
- Draft submissions, objections, replies, and appeal documents.
- Represent clients before Income Tax Authorities, Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals), Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), and coordinate matters before High Courts and the Supreme Court.
- Liaise with senior counsels and legal professionals on litigation matters.

International Tax & Regulatory Advisory





- Advise on international taxation, cross-border transactions, withholding tax, and Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAA).
- Support clients on FEMA-related matters and foreign investment structures.
- Keep clients updated on regulatory and tax law amendments.

Tax Compliance

- Review corporate income tax returns and tax computations.
- Ensure timely completion of statutory tax compliances and filings.
- Monitor tax positions and identify potential risks.

Client Relationship Management

- Independently manage client engagements and deliver high-quality services.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships.
- Identify opportunities for cross-selling and support business development initiatives.
- Prepare proposals and participate in client meetings.

Team Management

- Lead and mentor Associates and Assistant Managers.
- Review work performed by team members and ensure quality deliverables.
- Provide technical guidance and facilitate knowledge-sharing sessions.

Technical Skills

- Direct Tax Advisory
- Direct Tax Litigation
- Corporate Tax
- International Tax
- Tax Assessments & Appeals

- Income Tax Act, 1961
- DTAA
- FEMA
- Black Money Act (BMA)
- Tax Planning & Structuring
- Corporate Tax Compliance

Core Competencies

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Client relationship management
- Leadership and team management
- Stakeholder management
- Business development orientation
- Time management and ability to handle multiple engagements

📌 Chartered Accountant_Manager_Direct Tax (Bengaluru)
🏢 Desai Haribhakti
📍 Bengaluru