Tax Specialist, HQC

Reports To

Manager - Taxes

Location

Head Office

Travel Required

25% þ 50% ☐ 75% ☐

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 Tax Specialist plays a critical role within the Record-to-Report (R2R) function, responsible for managing and ensuring compliance with direct and indirect tax regulations applicable to Blue Dart Express Limited. The role supports accurate tax reporting, statutory compliance, tax provisioning, reconciliations, and regulatory filings in alignment with Indian tax laws and listed company requirements.

Operating within a complex, multi-location logistics and aviation-enabled distribution environment, the role ensures tax accuracy across revenue streams, vendor payments, inter-branch transactions, and corporate reporting. The incumbent will work closely with the Manager - Taxes, Head of R2R, AP/AR teams, external consultants, and statutory auditors to ensure timely filings, accurate tax positions, and strong governance.

The role also supports digital tax reporting initiatives, automation of tax reconciliations, and AI-enabled tax analytics to enhance compliance efficiency and reduce tax exposure risk.

To ensure accurate tax compliance, reporting, reconciliation, and regulatory adherence across direct and indirect taxation frameworks, while supporting robust internal controls, audit readiness, and digital tax transformation initiatives.

Direct & Indirect Tax Compliance

. Prepare and review GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, annual returns, reconciliations).
. Sup port TDS compliance including deduction, deposit, return filing, and reconciliation.
. Assist in corporate tax computation, advance tax workings, and tax provisioning.
. Ensure compliance with Income Tax Act, GST Act, and other applicable tax regulations.

Tax Reporting & Reconciliations

. Perform monthly tax reconciliations between books and statutory returns.
. Reconcile GST input credits with vendor filings (GSTR-2A/2B).
. Ensure proper tax accounting entries in ERP and general ledger alignment.
. Assist in tax provisioning as part of monthly and quarterly financial closures.

Regulatory Filings & Statutory Coordination

. Ensure timely and accurate filing of all tax returns within statutory timelines.
. Coordinate with external tax consultants and statutory auditors.
. Support responses to tax notices, assessments, and departmental queries.
. Maintain complete documentation and audit trail for all filings.

Tax Audit & Litigation Support

. Assist in GST audits, tax assessments, and statutory audits.
. Prepare documentation and reconciliations required during tax scrutiny.
. Support Manager - Taxes in handling departmental notices and follow-ups.
. Track ongoing tax matters and ensure timely closure of open items.

ERP, Automation & Digital Tax Governance

. Ensure accurate tax configuration in ERP systems.
. Participate in automation initiatives for tax reconciliations and reporting.
. Leverage AI-enabled analytics for anomaly detection in tax transactions.
. Improve efficiency through digital dashboards and compliance trackers.

Internal Controls & Governance

. Ensure adherence to internal financial controls related to taxation.
. Identify tax risks and escalate discrepancies proactively.
. Maintain compliance documentation aligned with listed company standards.
. Support internal audit and IFC testing for tax-related processes.

Stakeholder Collaboration

. Work closely with AP, AR, R2R, and Controlling teams to ensure tax accuracy.
. Provide tax-related clarifications to business and finance stakeholders.
. Assist in training finance teams on tax compliance requirements.

Education:

. Chartered Accountant (CA) preferred
OR
. MBA (Finance) / M.Com with strong taxation exposure

Experience:

. 5-7 years of relevant experience in direct and indirect taxation.
. Experience in listed companies or large multi-location organizations preferred.
. Exposure to GST compliance, TDS compliance, corporate tax computation, and tax audits.
. Experience working with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle or similar platforms).
. Familiarity with tax automation tools and digital compliance frameworks is an advantage.

Technical Skills:

. Strong knowledge of GST, TDS, and Corporate Tax frameworks
. Tax reconciliation and financial reporting expertise
. ERP and taxation module knowledge
. Analytical and problem-solving capability
. Strong documentation and compliance discipline

Key Competencies:

. Attention to detail
. High integrity and compliance orientation
. Strong analytical mindset
. Effective stakeholder communication
. Ability to work within strict statutory deadlines

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.

Disclaimer:
At Blue Dart Express Limited, all recruitment is conducted through a fair, transparent, and merit-based process aligned with our commitments to Human Rights and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB).

Blue Dart does not request or accept any fees, deposits, or payments from candidates at any stage of the recruitment or onboarding process. Any such request is fraudulent and unauthorized.

Blue Dart shall not be responsible for any loss arising from such fraudulent activity. For verification, candidates may write to [Confidential Information].