**Position Details:** Position Title: Assistant Manager Direct Tax Location: Lahore Full Time On-site **Job Description:** + Prepare and file direct tax returns in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. + Conduct thorough research and analysis of tax laws, regulations, and rulings for accurate interpretation and application. + Develop and implement tax planning strategies to optimize the organization's tax position. + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial and operational data for tax calculations and reporting. + Manage tax audits and inquiries, including preparing responses and providing necessary documentation. + Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations and communicate relevant updates to the team. + Monitor and ensure timely payment of direct tax liabilities. + Provide guidance and support to junior team members, fostering their professional growth. + Collaborate with external tax advisors and consultants as required. + Maintain accurate tax records and documentation for audit and compliance purposes. + Conduct tax research and analysis to identify potential tax savings opportunities and ensure compliance. + Prepare and review tax provisions, including deferred tax calculations and reconciliations. + Assist in the preparation and review of transfer pricing documentation to ensure compliance. + Gather necessary data for tax provision and compliance purposes from finance and accounting teams. + Prepare and submit tax-related reports, including tax returns and declarations. + Manage tax audits and assessments, responding to queries and providing documentation. + Stay updated on changes in tax laws and assess their impact on the organization's tax position. + Evaluate and implement tax planning strategies to minimize tax liabilities. + Collaborate with external tax advisors for expert advice on complex tax matters. + Provide tax-related guidance and support to internal stakeholders, including finance, legal, and operations teams. + Assist in the preparation and filing of withholding statements, ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations. + Review and reconcile withholding tax data to ensure accuracy and completeness of information reported in withholding statements. + Collaborate with payroll and HR teams to gather necessary employee compensation and tax withholding data for accurate reporting.