– Income Tax Advisory, Litigation & Compliance

Position: Senior Executive / Assistant Manager – Income Tax

Experience: 2–5 Years

Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA) / CA Inter / Commerce Graduate or Postgraduate with relevant Income Tax experience

Location: Bengaluru

Employment Type: Full time

Organisation: KASP & Associates – Chartered Accountants

- About the RoleWe are looking for a technically competent and proactive professional to handle Income Tax advisory, departmental assessments, litigation, corporate tax compliance and international taxation support for a diverse client portfolio. The role involves interpreting tax laws, advising on business transactions, managing departmental proceedings, identifying tax risks and improving tax compliance practices. Candidates should have practical knowledge of the Income-tax Act, 1961 and the Income-tax Act, 2025, applicable Rules and Forms, and be able to independently manage assignments.
- Key ResponsibilitiesA. Income Tax Advisory & Technical Research

- Advise on corporate taxation, business income, capital gains, deductions, exemptions, disallowances and other direct tax matters.
- Analyse tax implications of business restructuring, share transfers, slump sales, related-party transactions and other commercial arrangements.
- Advise on TDS/TCS applicability, withholding tax obligations and compliance requirements.
- Research statutory provisions, Rules, notifications, circulars, CBDT instructions and judicial precedents; prepare tax opinions, technical notes and advisory reports.
- Identify tax exposures and recommend tax planning and risk-mitigation measures.

B. Income Tax Litigation & Departmental Proceedings

- Handle income tax notices, intimations, show-cause notices and other departmental communications; draft replies, submissions, objections and representations.
- Assist with appeals before the Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals) and other appellate forums, as applicable, along with rectification and stay-of-demand applications.
- Analyse assessment and appellate orders, identify legal and factual issues, and recommend suitable courses of action.
- Track litigation status, tax demands, statutory deadlines and appeal timelines.
- Handle relevant proceedings under the Income-tax Act, 1961 and the Income-tax Act, 2025.

C. Assessments, Scrutiny & Reassessment Proceedings

- Handle scrutiny assessments, reassessments and other departmental proceedings, including responses to information requests and notices.
- Review financial statements, books of accounts, tax computations and supporting records to identify discrepancies and potential tax adjustments.
- Assist with faceless assessment and appeal proceedings through the Income Tax portal.
- Handle matters involving additions and disallowances, unexplained credits or investments, capital gains and other tax adjustments.
- Support clients during departmental inquiries and verification proceedings; assess potential tax, interest and penalty exposure and recommend responses.

D. Corporate Tax Compliance & Tax Reviews

- Review tax computations, advance tax, self-assessment tax and overall tax liabilities.
- Prepare,



review and assist with Income Tax Returns for companies, LLPs, firms, trusts and individuals, as applicable, and review tax audit reports and reporting requirements.
- Review TDS/TCS returns, challan payments, tax credit reconciliations and withholding tax compliance.
- Analyse Form 26AS, AIS and TIS to identify discrepancies; review MAT/AMT, depreciation, brought-forward losses, deductions and other tax adjustments, where applicable.
- Track statutory due dates and ensure timely completion of compliance assignments.

E. Lower TDS Deduction Certificates & International Taxation

- Handle applications for lower or nil TDS deduction certificates, including applications under Section 197 of the Income-tax Act, 1961 and corresponding provisions under the Income-tax Act, 2025, wherever applicable.
- Prepare supporting tax computations and documentation, and coordinate with the Income Tax Department on application status, clarifications and follow-ups.
- Review Tax Residency Certificates (TRCs), Form 10F and documents required for benefits under applicable Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs).
- Analyse withholding tax on payments to non-residents, including interest, royalty and fees for technical services; review treaty eligibility, applicable rates and documentation.
- Research international tax matters and identify issues requiring specialist advice.

F. Transfer Pricing

- Have a working understanding of transfer pricing provisions, associated enterprises, international and specified domestic transactions, and the arm’s-length principle.
- Identify transactions requiring transfer pricing analysis or documentation and understand Form 3CEB requirements and applicable timelines.
- Coordinate with clients and specialists on benchmarking studies, transfer pricing reports and related compliance.

G. Implementation of the Income-tax Act, 2025

- Develop and maintain working knowledge of the Income-tax Act, 2025 and Income-tax Rules, 2026.
- Understand key changes from the Income-tax Act, 1961, including provisions, section references, procedures, Rules and Forms, and apply transitional provisions to earlier tax years where relevant.
- Update checklists, templates, working papers and SOPs; assist with revised tax computation, return preparation and compliance processes.
- Monitor amendments, CBDT notifications, circulars and clarifications affecting assignments.

H. Tax Risk Management, Policies & Best Practices

- Conduct periodic Income Tax health checks and compliance reviews; identify gaps in tax positions, documentation, withholding controls and statutory reporting.
- Develop or improve tax compliance policies, SOPs, checklists and internal review mechanisms for TDS/TCS, payments, return filing and reconciliations.




- Review significant transactions and contracts from an Income Tax perspective and recommend preventive measures to minimise tax exposure, interest, penalties and litigation.
- Maintain tax compliance calendars, assessment trackers, litigation registers and supporting documentation.

I. Client Management & Team Coordination

- Independently manage client engagements and ensure timely delivery of assignments.
- Liaise with clients to understand transactions, obtain information and explain tax implications.
- Coordinate with accounting, audit, GST and other internal teams on cross-functional matters.
- Maintain assessment files, litigation records and working papers; update clients and reporting partners on progress, pending information, tax exposures and key deadlines.
- Support junior team members in research, documentation and compliance reviews, as required.

3. Required Skills & Competencies
- Strong working knowledge of the Income-tax Act, 1961 and Income-tax Act, 2025, with applicable Rules and Forms.
- Practical experience in Income Tax advisory, assessments, scrutiny proceedings and litigation support.
- Hands-on exposure to lower or nil TDS certificate applications and departmental follow-ups.
- Working knowledge of TRCs, Form 10F, DTAA provisions and non-resident withholding tax requirements.
- Fair understanding of transfer pricing, associated enterprises and arm’s-length pricing.
- Good understanding of corporate taxation, capital gains, business taxation and TDS/TCS.
- Strong drafting, analytical, problem-solving and legal research skills.
- Familiarity with the Income Tax e-filing portal and faceless assessment procedures.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and preparation of tax computations, reports and written submissions.
- Strong client communication, assignment management and documentation skills, with the ability to identify risks and recommend practical solutions.

- Preferred Candidate Profile
- CA / CA Inter / relevant commerce professional with 2–5 years of practical Income Tax experience.
- Experience in a Chartered Accountancy firm, tax consultancy or professional services environment.
- Exposure to scrutiny assessments, tax notices and replies, appellate proceedings, lower TDS certificate applications, TRC/DTAA documentation, corporate tax reviews, tax audits and TDS/TCS compliance.
- Working knowledge of the Income-tax Act, 2025 and Income-tax Rules, 2026, or the ability to quickly understand and implement the new framework.
- Basic or working knowledge of transfer pricing; specialist-level experience is not mandatory.
- A proactive professional who can independently manage assignments and client relationships and improve tax compliance processes.

- What We Offer

- Exposure to diverse industries and complex Income Tax matters.
- Opportunities to work on tax advisory, assessments, litigation and international taxation assignments.
- Direct interaction with clients and senior professionals.
- Opportunities to develop technical expertise, drafting skills and independent assignment-management capabilities.
- A professional environment focused on continuous learning and career growth.

Interested candidates can share their resume along with their current CTC at [email protected].

📌 Senior Executive / Assistant Manager – Income Tax (Bengaluru)
🏢 KASP u0026 Associates
📍 Bengaluru