Taxation Manager

Company Overview

Lithium Urban Technologies is a leading electric mobility company providing end-to-end Electric Vehicle (EV) transportation solutions for enterprises. The company offers a variety of services including employee transportation, business travel, EV fleet management, EV charging infrastructure, and last-mile delivery services. With operations across 19 cities in India, Lithium serves some of the country's leading corporate clients while driving sustainable mobility solutions.

Job Summary

The Taxation Manager will play a critical role in managing the comprehensive taxation strategies of the organization. This role involves ensuring compliance with both Direct and Indirect Tax regulations, preparing tax provisions, and working closely with external auditors and tax consultants. The successful candidate will contribute to the organization's financial integrity and operational efficiency by maintaining accurate tax documentation and mitigating tax risks.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end Direct Tax compliance, including TDS, advance tax, income tax returns, assessments, and notices.
• Handle Indirect Tax (GST) compliance, including return filing, reconciliations, audits, and responding to departmental queries.
• Ensure timely completion of all statutory compliances related to taxation and regulatory requirements.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual book closure activities from a taxation perspective.
• Prepare tax provisions, reconciliations, and schedules for financial reporting.
• Coordinate with statutory auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities during audits and assessments.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and ensure timely implementation across the organization.
• Identify tax risks and recommend process improvements to strengthen compliance.
• Maintain accurate tax documentation and records for audit and statutory purposes.

Qualifications

• Educational Qualifications: Chartered Accountant (CA) or Semi-Qualified CA.
• Experience: 7-10 years of relevant experience in taxation.
• Skills:
  • Strong hands-on experience in Direct Tax, GST, and statutory compliances.
  • Exposure to monthly and annual financial closing activities.
  • Experience in handling tax audits, assessments, and departmental notices.
  • Good understanding of accounting standards and tax regulations.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience in the transportation, logistics, manufacturing, or service industry will be an added advantage.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with regulatory changes and their implications on tax strategies.
• Proficiency in tax-related software and tools.

Experience

• 7–10 years in taxation with a strong emphasis on compliance and financial reporting.

Environment

• Based in Bangalore (Manyata Tech Park), the position requires a collaborative work environment, interacting with various stakeholders including finance teams, external auditors, and tax consultants.

Salary

• Not specified.

Growth Opportunities

• Opportunities for advancement within the finance department and exposure to broader financial management roles.

Benefits

• Not specified.