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 robust 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 reputed CA firm, consulting 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-efficient 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

📌 Chartered Accountant_Manager_Direct Tax (Bengaluru)
🏢 Constantia Centre Of Excellence
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