Job Posting Title:
Manager, International External Reporting, Tax Operations
Req ID:
10151141
Job Description:
About the role
We are seeking a detail‑oriented professional who can apply strong expertise in direct and indirect taxes, along with solid accounting knowledge, to support various EMEA and APAC tax compliance processes (Indirect Tax, US GAAP tax forecasting and provision processes, Operational Transfer Pricing). The ideal candidate will be proficient in taxation, MS Office, SAP, and possess strong communication skills.
In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high‑quality service and driving continuous improvement initiatives. You will foster collaboration within the team, providing coaching and constructive feedback to members in a small to medium‑sized group. Additionally, you will collaborate with cross‑functional teams and manage relationships at both the local (country) and often regional levels.
What will you do
This role requires a strong foundation in compliance, book closure activities, reconciliations, and tax-related competencies. As a
Manager
, you will be responsible for the following:
Process Ownership & Delivery
Own delivery of assigned indirect tax compliance processes (e.g. VAT/GST returns, reconciliations, reporting packs)
Coordinate direct tax operational inputs (e.g. provision data, TP support schedules)
Ensure all deliverables are completed accurately and on time
Act as primary reviewer for outputs prepared by Assistant Managers and external providers
Controls & Compliance
Execute and monitor key controls within assigned processes
Ensure documentation supports audit requirements and internal policies
Identify and escalate risks, discrepancies, or process failures
Support audit queries and information requests
Vendor Coordination
Work closely with outsourced providers to manage day-to-day delivery
Track SLAs, follow up on delays, and resolve operational issues
Review vendor outputs and ensure quality standards are met
Stakeholder Management
Liaise with internal stakeholders to gather inputs, clarify requirements, and resolve issues
Provide updates on process status, risks, and performance metrics
Support cross-functional collaboration with finance and tax teams
Continuous Improvement
Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements
Support implementation of automation and standardisation initiatives
Maintain up-to-date process documentation and SOPs
Team Support
Supervise and guide Assistant Managers
Provide technical and process-related support
Assist in training and onboarding activities
What will you bring
Qualifications:
Chartered Accountant (CA) Preferable, Bachelor’s/Master’s in Accounting
Experience:
Minimum
8+ years
post-qualification, including
in-house multinational tax operational
experience; prior
Big 4 experience
strongly preferred.
Demonstrated experience in
indirect tax compliance and governance
, ideally within a multinational or shared services/outsourced environment.
Solid understanding of
international indirect tax rules
(VAT/GST) and operational tax requirements.
Experience with
vendor/outsourced delivery models
, performance management, and process improvement.
Exposure to
US GAAP tax provisioning
,
transfer pricing operational oversight
, and managing audit support activities.
Strong stakeholder management and leadership capabilities, with a commercial mindset and focus on cost optimisation.
What you need to know
Working model: Hybrid in Mumbai.
Team: Lead a team of 1-2 with the potential to grow.
Role focus: Operational delivery, transformation, and governance.
Job Posting Segment:
Controllership & Tax
Job Posting Primary Business:
EFS Tax
Primary Job Posting Category:
Tax
Employment Type:
Full time
Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Mumbai, India
Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2026-05-22
