Job Description – Direct Tax Advisory

Position: Executive-Direct Tax Advisory 
Location: Mumbai-Fort
Organization: Kalyaniwalla & Mistry LLP (K&M LLP)
Experience: Chartered Accountant (CA) with 0–2 years of post-qualification experience

About the Firm

Kalyaniwalla & Mistry LLP (K&M LLP) is one of India's leading tax and regulatory advisory firms, recognized for its expertise in direct taxation, international tax, corporate advisory, and litigation support. The firm advises leading Indian and multinational corporations, private equity funds, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals across diverse industries.

Role Overview

The Direct Tax Advisory Associate will be part of the firm's tax advisory practice, assisting clients with domestic and international tax matters, corporate restructuring, transaction advisory, tax compliance, and litigation support. The role offers excellent exposure to complex tax issues, landmark transactions, and interaction with senior tax professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in providing advisory on the Income-tax Act, 1961 and related tax regulations.
• Research complex tax issues and prepare technical notes and advisory memorandums.
• Support tax structuring, corporate reorganizations, mergers, acquisitions, and business restructuring assignments.
• Assist in domestic and international tax advisory projects.
• Draft replies to tax notices, submissions, and representations before tax authorities.
• Support tax litigation matters before appellate authorities and tribunals.
• Review tax implications of commercial agreements and business transactions.
• Prepare tax opinions, client presentations, and advisory reports.
• Monitor changes in tax laws, judicial precedents, CBDT circulars, and notifications.
• Coordinate with clients for information gathering and execution of assignments.
• Work closely with partners and senior professionals on high-value engagements.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualification

• Chartered Accountant (CA)
• 0–2 years of post-qualification experience in Direct Tax Advisory, preferably with a reputed CA firm or tax consulting firm.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of the Income-tax Act, 1961.
• Knowledge of tax treaties, international taxation, and transfer pricing concepts will be an advantage.
• Good legal research and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with tax databases and legal research platforms is desirable.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and work within deadlines.
• Professionalism, integrity, and a client-focused approach.
• Willingness to learn and build expertise in complex tax matters.

Why Join K&M LLP?

• Exposure to high-profile tax advisory and litigation matters.
• Opportunity to work with leading tax professionals in India.
• Diverse client portfolio including multinational corporations, listed companies, and private equity funds.
• Strong learning environment with structured mentoring and professional development.
• Merit-driven career progression and continuous technical learning.