Acuity Knowledge Partners
Acuity Knowledge Partners, a leading provider of high-value research, analytics and business intelligence to the financial services sector is hiring a marketing champion to join a team of highly talented marketers to drive business value through various marketing activities focusing on the global market.
Position Title-Assistant Director
Experience Level-10-15 Yrs
Department-Finance
Location-Gurgaon, India
Job Purpose
The Assistant Director Tax will support the Global Head of Tax in managing the company's international tax strategy, compliance, accounting, and advisory functions. This role involves working across regions, contributing to cross-border projects, and engaging with senior stakeholders and external advisors. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise and a collaborative mindset to help drive strategic tax initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage global tax compliance processes to ensure timely and accurate filing of direct and indirect tax returns across key jurisdictions (UK, US, India, etc.).
- Support global tax accounting and reporting, ensuring alignment with IFRS for group consolidated accounts and local GAAP for standalone entities.
- Assist in managing tax audits and disputes, coordinating with external legal and tax advisors to support the company's tax positions.
- Contribute to international tax planning, including transfer pricing, treaty analysis, and cross-border structuring.
- Provide tax input on M&A transactions, including due diligence and post-acquisition integration.
- Support the implementation and monitoring of tax governance frameworks, including UK SAO requirements and internal control reviews.
- Collaborate with finance, legal, and business teams to provide tax insights for operational and strategic decisions.
- Participate in the evaluation and rollout of tax technology solutions to enhance compliance and reporting efficiency.
Key Competencies
- 810 years of post-qualification experience in international taxation, with strong exposure to UK tax (mandatory), and working knowledge of India and US tax regimes.
- Qualified Accountant (e.g., CA, ACCA, CPA).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively across functions and geographies.
- Analytical mindset with sound judgment and problem-solving capabilities.
- Self-driven and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in tax advisory transactions is a plus, but not mandatory
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