Direct Taxation Manager

PositionDirect Taxation Manager for a Listed MNC in Flexible Packaging Manufacturing LocationThane (Hiranandani Estate) Company DetailsHuhtamaki India Ltd. is a leading provider of primary consumer packaging & decorative labelling solutions in India, and part of Huhtamaki Oyj, a Finnish-based global food packaging major. Packing memorable experiences together with our customers and partners since 1935, today we are a total solutions company with a Pan-India presence, backed by 10 manufacturing sites and 5 customer support centres with employee strength of more than 2800. Catering to both, domestic as well as global demand, our tube laminates are designed for segments such as food, oral care, skin care, pharma and other non-food items. As specialists of flexible packaging, our purpose is to help great products reach more people, more easily. Equal Opportunity EmploymentHuhtamaki is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. Role SummaryThe Direct Tax Manager would be responsible for all Direct Tax Matters including compliances, transfer pricing, accounting of direct taxes, audits, statutory assessments, planning, restructuring, transaction analysis, international transactions, due diligence, etc. The Direct Tax Manager will work with businesses, cross‑functional teams within and outside Finance and other tax professionals/service providers in carrying out his/her responsibilities. ResponsibilitiesMonitor legislative changes in tax laws that may impact the company’s tax positions, including tax accounting implications. Monitor adherence to company’s policies and build robust tax documentation/SOPs. Monitor the company’s international transactions and transfer pricing policies and related documentation. Act as the key facilitator for tax & risk management and leverage tax opportunities. Advise management on tax optimisation measures, identify gaps in processes and mitigation thereof. Statutory & Accounting CompliancesLead all statutory compliances for the company with regard to Direct Tax Laws & Rules including filings, audits, assessments, certifications, etc. Lead all tax audit and transfer pricing audit activities. Compile all relevant information for applicable audits and liaise with auditors as required. Manage litigations at various fora and liaise with service providers at all levels. Responsible for accounting of corporate/deferred taxes as per applicable GAAP requirements. Own all general ledger entries in ERP related to direct taxes. Cross‑Functional Coordination & ContributionCommunicate extensively with key stakeholders across business functions (Accounting, Legal, Treasury, Supply Chain, Sourcing, Sales, etc.). Guide other functions by researching and interpreting tax laws and their application on operational matters. Share best practices across functions to achieve organisational objectives. Conduct knowledge sessions within Finance and cross‑functional teams. Role Specific CompetenciesExcellent knowledge of direct tax laws and concepts applicable to domestic and international transactions. Lead all tax filings, handle and advise on direct tax litigations. Experience in financial reporting/disclosure pertaining to direct taxes. Provide guidance/advice to teams on direct tax matters. Perks and BenefitsBest in the industry. CTC offered includes fixed, variable, plus benefits like medical insurance for self and family, telephone reimbursement, etc., clubbed with employee‑centric policies.