Job Title: Manager Taxation
Location: Vikhroli, Mumbai
Experience Required: 57 years of post-qualification experience
Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA)
Role Summary
Candidate will be responsible for:
- Managing all the aspects of Income Tax and GST from Strategic Tax Planning to
Compliance to Litigations
- Leading and mentoring junior members of the Taxation Team.
- Liaise with Auditors, Consultants, and Stakeholders.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams (Finance, Legal, Business, Supply Chain, IT etc.) to ensure smooth tax operations
Key Responsibilities-
Indirect Taxation (GST)
Compliance Management: Ensure accurate and timely filing of GST returns
including GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-6, GSTR-9/9C or other relevant forms as per GST Law.
Reconciliations: Oversee reconciliations between books of accounts with filed
returns, Outward Data and GSTR-2B, to avoid mismatches and ensure a parity
between requirements of Law vs Records maintained. Resolve issues promptly and implement corrective actions to prevent future compliance risks.
Departmental Audits & Assessments: Handle GST audits and scrutiny
assessments; review prepared replies, represent the company before authorities
(directly or with consultants), document drafts and get notices/queries responded.
Advisory Role: Evaluate GST impact on business transactions, contracts,
imports/exports, and inter-company transactions.
Vendor and Customer Management: Collaborate with vendors, customers, and
other business partners to ensure smooth GST transactions, proper documentation,and issues resolution on a timely basis.
Regulatory Updates: Keep track of the latest developments in Tax laws, rules, and regulations. Advise the finance team and relevant stakeholders on the implications of these updates and ensure necessary changes in processes and systems.
Process Improvements: Recommend and implement process/system
improvements to strengthen compliance and minimize risks.
Cross-Functional Support: Work with procurement, supply chain, IT, Legal and
business teams to streamline processes, resolve ERP or API issues, implement
efficient GST practices and ensure correct tax positions on transactions.
Reporting to Management: Prepare comprehensive reports on GST and Income Tax compliance, including tax liabilities, credits, and refunds, to present to
management and regulatory authorities as required.
Automation & Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements,
automation, and eiciency enhancement within the organisation.
Direct Taxation
- Manage end-to-end Direct Tax compliance including Audit, Computation, Return and Forms filing and review thereof.
- Handle assessments, appeals, and correspondence with tax authorities.
- Monitor changes in Direct Tax laws and assess their impact on the organization.
- Coordinate with internal teams to gather financial data necessary for tax
calculations and audit purposes.
- Ensure accurate accounting and reporting of tax provisions and deferred tax as per applicable accounting standards.
- Participate in tax-related projects and initiatives to improve tax processes and
enhance compliance.
Tax Planning & Advisory
- Identify opportunities for tax optimization within the legal framework.
- Obtain advisory support on corporate restructuring
- Evaluate the tax impact of new business initiatives.
Desired Candidate Profile
- Chartered Accountant with 57 years of post-qualification experience in Direct
and Indirect taxation.
- Strong knowledge of Income Tax Act, GST Act, and relevant Rules/Regulations.
- Hands-on experience in managing tax assessments, audits, and litigation.
- Exposure to tax planning, advisory, and compliance in a corporate environment.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver within timelines.
- Team player with leadership skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office, relevant ERP and tools used for Compliance etc.
About Company
Founded in 2011, Purplle has emerged as one of India's premier omnichannel beauty destinations, redefining the way millions shop for beauty. With 1,000+ brands, 60,000+ products, and over 7 million monthly active users, Purplle has built a powerhouse platform that seamlessly blends online and offline experiences.
Expanding its footprint in 2022, Purplle introduced 6,000+ offline touchpoints and launched 100+ stores, strengthening its presence beyond digital. Beyond hosting third-party brands, Purplle has successfully scaled its own D2C powerhousesFACES CANADA, Good Vibes, Carmesi, Purplle, and NY Baeoffering trend-driven, high-quality beauty essentials.
What sets Purplle apart is its technology driven hyper-personalized shopping experience. By curating detailed user personas, enabling virtual makeup trials, and delivering tailored product recommendations based on personality, search intent, and purchase behavior, Purplle ensures a unique, customer-first approach.
In 2022, Purplle achieved unicorn status, becoming India's 102nd unicorn, backed by an esteemed group of investors including ADIA, Kedaara, Premji Invest, Sequoia Capital India, JSW Ventures, Goldman Sachs, Verlinvest, Blume Ventures, and Paramark Ventures.
With a 3,000+ strong team and an unstoppable vision, Purplle is set to lead the charge in India's booming beauty landscape, revolutionizing the way the nation experiences beauty.
