ITTS - Transaction Tax - Tax Analyst

Staff - An exciting opportunity with our Transaction Tax team.

Your main objective is to participate in Transaction Tax engagements by thoroughly and accurately analysing information and develop effective approaches to clients’ tax requirements. You will be required to demonstrate dedication to quality in all aspects of your work, which will include managing client service team members and contributing to the achievement of team goals.

The opportunity

• Developing and delivering Transaction Tax engagements such as Due Diligence, Structuring, IRC Section 382 studies, Stock Basis studies, Earnings & Profits studies, Transaction Cost analysis and reports with timely, responsive services/work products
• Build strong internal relationships within the team and across other services
• Take ownership of your schedule and proactively seek work when necessary to meet your annual chargeability goal
• Maintain a robust educational program to develop personal skills on an ongoing basis
• Adhere to practice protocol and other internal processes consistently

Your key responsibilities

• Delivering projects consistently by applying designated methodology, processes, standards and technology tools and with respect to turnaround, quality and handling workflow distribution.
• Monitor metrics for service delivery, opportunities for improving customer satisfaction and implement appropriate modifications to process
• Instil EY culture at the individual level
• Proactively and timely identify operational problems and propose solutions. Escalate issues where required to the reporting Managers
• Exhibit inclusive behaviour in interactions with internal & external stakeholders with strong communication skills
• Taking the initiative to seek continuous learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring feedback, key developmental experiences, self-directed learning and formal learning
• Help define learning gaps and work with sub-service line leaders and local L&D to define and deploy a process to bridge the learning gap

Skills and attributes for success

• Experience in demonstrating project management, leadership, communication, relationship building, analytical, interpersonal, multi-tasking and organization skills and focus on quality and attention to detail.
• Excellent transaction structuring and report writing skills with an aptitude to highlight the tax issues
• Knowledge of US tax concepts
• Excellent client management skills

To qualify for the role you must have

• B.Com /BBM or MBA in Finance /CA (inter)
• Experience in US tax and/or Mergers and Acquisitions – Added advantage

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Proficient in strong communication, both written and verbal and ability to present research findings
• Proficient using MS Office tools specifically EXCEL, Powerpoint, and WORD

What we offer

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.