Manager – Taxes, HQC

Blue Dart Express Limited, a listed company, isa leader in courier, integrated air express package distribution, and eCommerce in South Asia, offering a wide range oflogisticssolutions.Founded in 1983, it is recognised for reliable, time-bound, and secure delivery services across 55,000+ locations in India as well as internationally. Its competencies span across evaluation and contracting, planning and transition, delivery and execution, and specific service capabilities.We pride ourselves on innovation, digitalization, service excellence, and creating long-term partnerships with our clients, enabling businesses to thrive in the fast-pacedlogisticsenvironment and ever-evolving supply-chains. It wholly-owns India's only scheduled air cargo airline, Blue Dart Aviation Limited, since May 1994, and the Concorde Air Logistics Limited, a transport, storage, and communications business, since May 2004.

Blue Dart Express Limited is a part of the DHL Group's DHL eCommerce division,leveragingthis globallogisticsleader's network across 220 countries and territories to provide comprehensive express andlogisticssolutions to our clients. Our robust network and unmatched infrastructure have positioned the Blue Dart brand as a key India-grownlogisticsplayer with an unmatched and phenomenal global outreach rooted in the DHL brand of its majority shareholder.

We are proud to be consistently ranked amongIndia's Top 100 Great Places to Work, combining it with DHL Group's Top Employer certification. Being anEmployer of Choiceis not just a goalit'sa fundamental part of who we are, committed to creating a workplace where people are valued, empowered, and wear the sobriquet Blue Darter with honour.

If you are looking to join a purpose-led, people-first, company that shapes India's supply-chains with integrity and safety,Blue Dart is where you belong. Blue Dart offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, access to cross-functional, succession planning and global career paths, and strong culture of recognition.

The Manager - Taxes is responsible for leading Blue Dart's direct and indirect taxation function, ensuring full compliance with applicable tax laws while optimizing tax processes, governance, and risk management. The role oversees all tax reporting, statutory compliance, tax provisioning, litigation support, audits, and regulatory engagements across the organization.

Operating within a complex multi-location logistics and aviation-enabled business environment, the incumbent partners closely with Finance, Business, Legal, Treasury, Internal Audit, external consultants, statutory authorities, and auditors to ensure accurate tax positions, timely statutory filings, and effective tax risk management.

The role also drives tax automation, digital compliance initiatives, ERP governance, AI-enabled analytics, and continuous process improvements aligned with DHL Group standards and listed company requirements.

To lead and manage the organization's direct and indirect tax function by ensuring statutory compliance, minimizing tax risks, strengthening governance, supporting business decisions through tax advisory, and driving digital transformation of tax processes.

Tax Strategy & Governance

• Lead the overall direct and indirect tax function for the organization.
• Develop and implement tax governance frameworks aligned with statutory requirements and DHL Group policies.
• Ensure compliance with Income Tax Act, GST Act, Customs regulations, and other applicable tax laws.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess their business impact.
• Advise senior management on tax implications of strategic business decisions.

Direct & Indirect Tax Compliance

• Oversee timely filing of GST, TDS, Income Tax, Advance Tax, Tax Audit, Transfer Pricing and other statutory returns.
• Review tax computations, provisions, deferred tax calculations, and disclosures.
• Ensure accurate tax accounting and statutory compliance across all business locations.
• Review complex tax transactions and provide guidance to finance teams.

Tax Reporting & Financial Closures

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual tax provisioning activities.
• Ensure accurate tax balances within financial statements.
• Review tax reconciliations between ERP, General Ledger, and statutory returns.
• Support financial close processes by ensuring tax accuracy.

Tax Audit, Assessments & Litigation

• Lead tax assessments, departmental audits, GST audits, and income tax proceedings.
• Manage responses to tax notices and regulatory inquiries.
• Coordinate with external consultants and legal advisors on tax litigation.
• Develop strategies for timely closure of tax disputes while minimizing financial exposure.

Risk Management & Internal Controls

• Strengthen internal financial controls related to taxation.
• Identify emerging tax risks and implement mitigation measures.
• Ensure audit readiness through complete documentation and compliance records.
• Support Internal Audit, IFC testing, and SOX (where applicable).

ERP, Automation & Digital Transformation

• Lead tax-related ERP configurations and system enhancements.
• Drive automation of tax reconciliations, compliance reporting, and dashboards.
• Promote AI-enabled tax analytics for anomaly detection and compliance monitoring.
• Improve tax processes through digital transformation initiatives

Stakeholder Management

• Partner with Business Finance, R2R, AP, AR, Treasury, Legal, Procurement, and Operations on taxation matters.
• Act as the primary liaison with tax authorities, statutory auditors, and external consultants.
• Provide proactive tax advisory to business leadership on new initiatives and commercial transactions.

People Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop the Tax team.
• Allocate work, monitor performance, and build functional capability.
• Foster a culture of compliance, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Drive employee development and succession planning within the taxation function.

Education:

.Chartered Accountant (Mandatory)

Experience:

• 10-15 years of progressive experience in direct and indirect taxation.
• Experience in listed companies or large multi-location organizations.
• Strong exposure to GST, Corporate Tax, TDS, Transfer Pricing, Tax Audits, and Litigation.
• Experience working with ERP platforms (SAP/Oracle or equivalent).
• Exposure to tax technology, au tomation, and digital compliance solutions

Technical Skills:

• Direct & Indirect Taxation
• Corporate Tax Planning
• GST & TDS Compliance
• Tax Litigation Management
• Financial Reporting
• ERP Tax Configuration
• Tax Risk Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Tax Automation & Analytics

Key Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking
• Decision Making
• Business Partnership
• Stakeholder Management
• Team Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Change Management
• Continuous Improvement
• High Integrity & Governance Focus

When you join us, you're not just taking a job-you're becoming part of a purpose-led movement that's reshaping the future of logistics across India and the world. At Blue Dart, we don't just deliver parcels-we deliver excellence, innovation, and opportunity every day.

Here's what makes us stand out:

• Great Place to Work® Certified-a testament to our people-first culture, inclusive environment, and commitment to your growth and well-being.
• Competitive pay and performance-linked rewards that truly recognize your impact.
• Structured learning, global exposure, and on-the-job coaching to help you grow faster than ever.
• Best-in-class benefits-from comprehensive medical cover (including optional parental care) to financial wellness and generous time off.
• A culture that celebrates diversity, innovation, and bold thinking-where your voice is heard and your contributions matter.
• Global career paths across the DHL Group, opening doors to opportunities in 220+ countries and territories.
• The pride of working with India's most awarded logistics brand, trusted by millions and driven by purpose.

This is your chance to do meaningful work, build a career without borders, and thrive in a company that's not just a logistics leader-but a Great Place to Work. Come grow with us.

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