Analyst - Direct Tax

Job Description

WPP is seeking a Direct Tax Analyst to join their team in Mumbai. The Analyst will be responsible for ensuring compliance with direct tax regulations and contributing to the company's financial health. This role is based in Vikhroli (West), Mumbai, and prefers Mumbai-based candidates.

What this role involves:
• Preparing computations and filing ITR.
• Handling rectification requests of various orders.
• Following up for refunds.
• Calculating advance tax.
• Managing assessment proceedings.
• Replying to notices from the Income Tax Department.
• Reviewing Tax Audit reports.
• Updating the company on direct tax updates.
• Ensuring timely and accurate computation and payment of TDS and Equalization Levy.
• Preparing details for tax and transfer pricing audits and assessments.
• Liaising with auditors and consultants.
• Preparing annual income tax returns.
• Attending to departmental notices and submitting replies.
• Providing information for tax assessments.
• Preparing tax assessment status reports.
• Following up on income tax refunds.
• Preparing lower deduction certificate applications.

Requirements:
• Graduate / Inter-CA with 2-5 years of experience in Direct Taxation.
• Experienced problem solver with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Prior experience in Direct Taxation during articleship is an advantage.
• Advanced MS Office skills.

What WPP offers:
• A culture in which people can do extraordinary work.
• The opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.
• Unique and stimulating work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers.

WPP believes in fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection, and has adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week.