Head of Taxation

4 Months ago • 12-15 Years • Legal • Undisclosed

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Job Description

Experienced Head of Taxation needed for DNEG India/Global. Must have strong direct & indirect tax expertise, tax planning, and compliance skills.
Must have:
  • Chartered Accountant
  • Tax Compliance
  • Tax Planning
  • Media & Entertainment
Good to have:
  • Transfer Pricing
  • Tax Risk
  • Tax Strategy
  • Global Taxation

Description

Position at DNEG

Job Title: Head of Taxation - India/Global
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer / Chief Accounting Officer
Location: Mumbai
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and skilled Head of Taxation to lead our tax function in India. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of taxation, including direct and indirect taxes, transfer pricing, and tax planning. The Head of Taxation will ensure compliance with Indian direct and indirect tax laws and regulations, minimize tax liabilities, and provide strategic tax guidance to support business growth.
Key Responsibilities:
  1. Managing complete tax portfolio of the business (direct and indirect taxes)
  2. Formulating tax policies and tax planning of the business
  3. Handling of all direct and indirect tax matters on day to day basis
  4. Filing of all direct and indirect tax returns (monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns)
  5. Handling tax assessments, queries, appeals etc and close monitoring of all the open tax matters (both direct and indirect tax)
  6. Handling various appeals at different assessment levels
  7. Close coordination with various tax consultants and with internal/statutory auditors 
  8. Support for tax assumption for various bids/financial model
Requirements:
  1. A Chartered Accountant having minimum post qualification experience of 12-15 years
  2. Demonstrated expertise in Direct and Indirect Tax compliance, return requirements, and assessments.
  3. Experience within the media and entertainment sector is highly advantageous.
  4. In-depth knowledge of Indian tax laws, regulations, and procedures.
  5. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  6. Experience in managing tax teams and developing tax talent.
  7. Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.


 
Job Title: Global Head of Taxation
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer / Chief Accounting Officer
Location: Mumbai
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Global Head of Taxation to lead our global tax function, providing expert guidance and oversight on all tax-related matters. The successful candidate should have a strong understanding of international tax laws, transfer pricing regulations, and practices, with the ability to drive tax strategy, risk management, and compliance across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
  1. Develop and implement global tax strategy, aligning with business objectives.
  2. Lead and manage a team of tax professionals, providing guidance and oversight.
  3. Ensure compliance with tax laws, regulations, and filing requirements worldwide.
  4. Manage effective tax rate of the group through efficient tax planning 
  5. Manage tax risk, including transfer pricing, dispute resolution, and controversy.
  6. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, legal, and operations.
  7. Provide expert advice on tax implications of business decisions and transactions.
  8. Stay up-to-date with changing tax laws, regulations, and industry trends.
  9. Develop and maintain relationships with local finance controllers in each operating jurisdictions and tax advisors.
  10. Oversee tax planning, provisioning, and reporting, including financial statement disclosure.
  11. Drive process improvements and efficiency in tax operations.
Requirements:
  1. Should be a Chartered Accountant having minimum post qualification experience of -15 to 20 years in taxation field with 5+ years in a leadership role.
  2. Strong understanding of international tax laws, regulations, and practices.
  3. Proven experience in tax strategy, risk management, and compliance.
  4. Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
  5. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  6. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  7. Experience within the media and entertainment sector is highly advantageous.

 


About Us
We are DNEG, one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film, television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 9,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney).

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DNEG is a world-leading visual entertainment services company for the creation of feature film, television, and multiplatform content, with worldwide offices and studios across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

 

DNEG’s critically acclaimed work has earned the company seven Academy Awards® for Best Visual Effects and numerous BAFTA, Primetime EMMY® Awards and VES Awards for its high-quality VFX work. 


Visit www.dneg.com for DNEG’s current and upcoming projects on behalf of Hollywood and global studio and production company.

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