Line of Service
Tax
Industry/Sector
Not Applicable
Specialism
Operations
Management Level
Senior Associate
Job Description & Summary
At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning, compliance, and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimise their tax positions.
In specialised tax services at PwC, you will focus on providing tax advice and solutions to clients in complex and niche areas of taxation. This includes areas such as accounting methods, fixed-assets and research and development tax credits.
*Why PWC
At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more about us.
At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations. "
Job Description:
The tasks, roles and responsibilities pertaining to the job role of an Assistant Manager will include the following:
Working on transactions/ deals like restructuring, acquisition structuring, externalization, divestment etc.
Understanding commercials of the transaction and management objectives
Working on advisory projects including Undertaking work like technical research, drafting memos, presentations and webinars etc.
Working on projects like tax due diligence (vendor due diligence/ buy side due diligence), tax model review, tax structuring, deal documentation review, etc.
Review of transaction documents such shareholders agreements, constitution documents, share subscription agreement, etc. from tax and regulatory standpoint. Providing comments on such documents. Undertaking fund structuring, PE review etc.
Identifying issues / providing solutions on complex transactions
Interacting with middle management client contacts on day to day mattersand building client relationship
Sending update mails on recent amendments are sent to the relevant clients
Preparation of deliverables and getting the same reviewed ensuring quality and efficiency in the deliverables
Staying updated on laws like Indian Income-tax law, exchange control regulations, SEBI regulations pertaining to REITs, InvITs, AIFs, FPIs etc.
Reviewing and finalising the tax computations –tax returns, withholding tax computation, advance tax etc.
Independently handling scrutiny assessments including preparing the submissions, highlighting complex tax issues and representations before tax officers
Co-ordinating with the tax authorities and visiting the tax office of regular follow-ups, rectification, refund follow-up etc.
Staying up to date on news related to allocated clients and handling the allocated client accounts which shall include participation in client meetings, attending to calls from clients, etc.
Interaction with regulators on informal basis for various queries
Analysing and interpreting provisions of the Income-tax Act, 1956, Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999, SEBI regulations and Company Law
Assisting associate directors/ directors in business promotion initiatives viz research on specific sectors/ industries, preparing presentation, etc.
Responsible for the complete execution of the assigned engagements
Coordinating with Manager/ AD on the planning and management of assignments and ensure timely delivery
Overseeing the work of Associate, Analysts and Senior Analysts.
Responsibilities:
Working in this discipline will see an Assistant Manager working on engagements and teams (the sizes of which will vary depending on client/project)
To qualify for the same, an Assistant Manager will need:
To be a Qualified Chartered Accountant with 2-4 year of relevant experience
Other prerequisite skills include:
Thorough knowledge of tax regulations, interpretation of treaties, FEMA, SEBI, Company Law etc.
Demonstrating innovative and critical thinking in managing projects
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and numerical skills
Good interpersonal skills including the ability to coach juniors
Passion for client servicing
Excellent eye for detail
Efficiency in MS office and report writing skills
Ability to understand and articulate technical concepts.
Ability to develop project management and supervisory skills, involving effective time management and task prioritisation
Ownership and responsibility of clients/tasks delegated
Well- rounded commercial and economic awareness and understanding of financial markets
Motivated, creative and decisive in approach to problem solving
Subject Matter Expertise required
Thorough knowledge of direct tax and FEMA regulations.
Should be conversant with SEBI and Company law
Knowledge of the current developments and impact of the same on the individual taxation.
*Mandatory skill sets: FS
*Preferred skill sets: FS
*Years of experience required: 2-5
*Education Qualification: • Chartered Accountant
Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required: Chartered Accountant Diploma
Degrees/Field of Study preferred:
Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Financial Services
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Certified Payroll, Communication, Creativity, Domestic Restructuring (Taxes), Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Income Tax Provisions, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Optimism, Partnership Tax, Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credits, Retail and Consumer (Taxes), Self-Awareness, Tax Credit, Taxes, Tax Incentives, Tax Legislation, Tax Modeling {+ 6 more}
Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
Government Clearance Required?
Job Posting End Date
July 3, 2026