India Tax Head

ABOUT TENNECO

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values–radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win–or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here.

Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Head of Taxation is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of tax planning, compliance, and reporting for India. This role plays a critical role in ensuring tax efficiency, minimizing tax risks, and ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations. The Head of Taxation will collaborate with internal teams, external advisors, and tax authorities to develop and execute tax strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct & Indirect Tax Management

• Ensure timely and accurate compliance with all tax regulations (Corporate Tax, WHT, GST, etc.)
• Handle complex tax assessments, rectifications, appeals, refunds, and litigation
• Ensure tax compliance for all foreign entities operating in India
• Cash tax forecasting
• Cash repatriation planning
• Formulating tax policies and tax planning of the business
• Support for business valuations
• Assistance on worldwide projects including M&A, internal restructures and legal entity reductions

Leadership & Governance

• Lead the India tax team; guide cross-functional collaboration
• Build and lead a high performing group tax team
• Build strong relationships with consultants, advisors, and authorities
• Develop internal tax policies, risk controls, and knowledge-sharing platforms
• Champion best-in-class tax governance and digitalization of tax workflows

• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to operate in complex global tax environments
• Able to juggle multiple initiatives and issues simultaneously, including shifting priorities and timelines
• Able to see the big picture – thinking strategically and long-term – but also to roll up one’s sleeves and get into the detail as required
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Committed to resolving problems; and to high quality deliverables in an expedient manner on the timelines agreed

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Qualified Chartered Accountant with minimum 15 years of relevant experience in tax
• Experience of working in Big 4 and in-house
• Leadership experience

We don’t want average. We want exceptional. We want someone who’s hungry to build, unafraid to challenge, and bold enough to lead with empathy, speed, and precision. Sound like you? Let us know.