Senior Executive – Tax

Senior Executive – Tax

We are seeking a high-performing Senior Executive – Tax to join our specialized Tax & Regulatory practice. This role is designed for a seasoned tax professional who can navigate the complexities of both direct and indirect taxation while providing strategic advisory for high-stakes corporate transactions. As a Senior Executive, you will act as a technical linchpin, bridging the gap between statutory compliance and sophisticated tax structuring for private equity and strategic corporate entities.

The Role: Tax Compliance & Transactional Advisory

In this capacity, you will move beyond routine filings to become a strategic partner in our clients’ business objectives.

• Full-Spectrum Compliance: Lead the preparation of tax computations and returns, ensuring all direct and indirect tax requirements are met with 100% accuracy.

• Strategic Advisory: Recommend tax solutions that align with client business goals and ensure consistency with the latest tax laws and “good business” practices.

• Dispute Resolution: Advise clients on tax payments, lodge formal appeals and administrative reviews, and proactively follow up on objections with the Department of Inland Revenue (IRD).

• Deal Advisory: Serve as a core member of engagement teams for Tax Due Diligence and structuring assignments related to mergers, acquisitions, and cross-border transactions.

• Business Growth: Proactively identify opportunities to expand service offerings and manage multiple client relationships to ensure premium satisfaction.

• Knowledge Leadership: Contribute to the firm’s intellectual capital by participating in high-level training and becoming a recognized Subject Matter Expert (SME) in tax regulations.

Key Requirements

We are looking for a technically proficient leader with a “Big Firm” mindset and the ability to manage complex assignments independently.

• Professional Credentials: Must be Part Qualified in a recognized professional body (CA Sri Lanka, CIMA, ACCA, CPA, CMA, or SLIT) or an Attorney-at-Law / Degree holder in Finance or Accounting.

• Experience: A minimum of 4 years of dedicated experience in Taxation is mandatory.

• Specialized Expertise: Proven track record in handling Tax Due Diligence and Cross-Border Transactions.

• Technical Mastery: High proficiency in Microsoft Excel for complex tax modeling and data analysis.

• Industry Acumen: A strong grasp of emerging industry trends, technical tax issues, and global best practices.

• Leadership Traits: A dedicated team player with excellent leadership qualities and the ability to handle multiple assignments with minimal supervision.

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What We Offer

• Technical Prestige: Exposure to complex, high-value transactions and international tax structures.

• Advisory Influence: The opportunity to represent clients in high-level discussions with revenue authorities.

• Career Trajectory: A clear and structured path toward Assistant Manager and Managerial roles within the Tax practice.