Tax Analyst
OptiverAbout the Role
Optiver is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented tax professional to join our tax team based in Mumbai, supporting the delivery of direct and indirect tax compliance and reporting for our India entities in a collaborative, fast-paced and technology-driven environment.
Reporting to the Senior Tax Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day execution of Optiver's India tax compliance obligations, working closely with finance and external advisors to ensure accurate and timely tax reporting, support tax audits, and contribute to process improvements.
- Prepare direct and indirect tax compliance obligations for Optiver's India entities, including corporate income tax, withholding tax, GST and other local tax filings.
- Prepare annual corporate income tax returns, tax computations and supporting work papers.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual tax provisions and supporting tax disclosures for statutory financial reporting.
- Prepare GST returns, reconciliations and other indirect tax compliance obligations.
- Assist with tax audits, assessments and notices by preparing supporting documentation and coordinating with external tax advisors and tax authorities.
- Partner with finance and other internal stakeholders to obtain information required for tax compliance and reporting, monitor changes in Indian tax legislation, and identify opportunities to improve processes through automation, technology and AI-enabled solutions.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years' experience in direct and indirect tax compliance within a Big 4 accounting firm or multinational corporate environment
- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA)
- Strong knowledge of Indian corporate income tax, withholding tax and GST
- Experience preparing corporate income tax returns, tax provisions and indirect tax filings
- Experience liaising with tax authorities and external advisors will be highly regarded
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work within deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn, take ownership of your deliverables and continuously improve processes
What You'll Get
- Performance-based bonus structure, with profits combined across desks, teams and offices into a global profit pool
- The chance to work alongside diverse and intelligent peers in a rewarding environment
- Continuous learning, development and upskilling opportunities
- Daily breakfast, lunch, and an in-house barista
- Gym/Club membership, plus weekly massages
- Corporate health insurance
- Uber business for daily commute
- Regular social events, including a company trip every two years