VP- Direct Taxation (Transfer) Pricing 1

Headquartered in Tokyo, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) is a leading global financial institution and a core member of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMBC Group). Built upon our rich Japanese heritage since 1876, we put our customers first and provide seamless access to, from and within the Asia Pacific region. SMBC is one of the largest Japanese banks by assets and maintain strong credit ratings across our global integrated network. We work closely as one SMBC Group to offer personal, corporate and investment banking services to meet the needs of our customers. With sustainability embedded within our strategy and operations, we are committed to creating a society in which today’s generation can enjoy economic prosperity and well-being, and pass it on to future generations. Financial Reporting Assist with audits/ external reviews Supervise and be responsible for preparation and submission of HO related reports. Tax compliance Help manage and mitigate overall tax risk for the Bank in India Assist with direct and indirect tax compliances with local regulators / head office including tax payments, filing of returns, assessments, handling tax notices etc Liaising with internal stakeholders and externally with Tax office, consultants etc Responsible for managing Tax compliances with focus on Transfer pricing Responsible for corporate tax and transfer pricing documentation/ submissions including handling litigations. Assist with Advance Pricing Agreement compliance, renewal, negotiations etc Handling of BEPS submissions/ implementation, liaison with Head office Tax team Handle Tax/ transfer pricing audits, assessments, etc Guide other members from team and other departments on queries related to Withholding Tax, Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing and Advance Pricing Agreement related. Advise on efficient tax planning and on new products from a tax perspective. Indirect tax compliance Assist with monthly/ annual GST returns and related payments. Help liaise with Tax office for routine matters or litigations, as may be required Manage and maintain efficient support from external consultants Manage internal/ external queries on indirect taxes Others Build strong networking within banking fraternity and regulators Participate in strategic initiatives and lead bank level projects Appointments of Auditors in adherence with RBI guidelines and internal rules Manage effective relationship with Head office/ regional office counterparts Develop an overall view of Bank’s operations and participate in overall growth/ development of Bank in India. Knowledge sharing Motivate, train and develop staff Maintaining strong risk management culture Note: The scope of work above is indicative but not exhaustive in nature, the incumbent may be required to assist the team on other activities on need basis and as part of progress plan.