Assistant/ Associate Director-International Taxation

Acuity Knowledge Partners

Acuity Knowledge Partners, a leading provider of high-value research, analytics and business intelligence to the financial services sector is hiring a marketing champion to join a team of highly talented marketers to drive business value through various marketing activities focusing on the global market.

Position Title-Assistant Director

Experience Level-10-15 Yrs

Department-Finance

Location-Gurgaon, India

Job Purpose

The Assistant Director – Tax will support the Global Head of Tax in managing the company’s international tax strategy, compliance, accounting, and advisory functions. This role involves working across regions, contributing to cross-border projects, and engaging with senior stakeholders and external advisors. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise and a collaborative mindset to help drive strategic tax initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage global tax compliance processes to ensure timely and accurate filing of direct and indirect tax returns across key jurisdictions (UK, US, India, etc.).
• Support global tax accounting and reporting, ensuring alignment with IFRS for group consolidated accounts and local GAAP for standalone entities.
• Assist in managing tax audits and disputes, coordinating with external legal and tax advisors to support the company’s tax positions.
• Contribute to international tax planning, including transfer pricing, treaty analysis, and cross-border structuring.
• Provide tax input on M&A transactions, including due diligence and post-acquisition integration.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of tax governance frameworks, including UK SAO requirements and internal control reviews.
• Collaborate with finance, legal, and business teams to provide tax insights for operational and strategic decisions.
• Participate in the evaluation and rollout of tax technology solutions to enhance compliance and reporting efficiency.

Key Competencies

• 8–10 years of post-qualification experience in international taxation, with strong exposure to UK tax (mandatory), and working knowledge of India and US tax regimes.
• Qualified Accountant (e.g., CA, ACCA, CPA).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively across functions and geographies.
• Analytical mindset with sound judgment and problem-solving capabilities.
• Self-driven and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in tax advisory transactions is a plus, but not mandatory

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