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PHI – Assistant Manager – Tax Reporting

Prudential (UK) in partnership with the HCL group plans to set-up a standalone Indian health insurance company to address the growing healthcare needs of the Indian consumer.

This joint venture will combine Prudential's global expertise in insurance and financial services with HCL Group’s experience in technology and healthcare solutions.

Prudential, with its longstanding presence in India, already operates two leading businesses in life insurance and asset management with the ICICI Group. Prudential was also the proud sponsor of the 1983 Cricket World Cup, India’s first World Cup Victory!

Prudential Health India is a Zero to One team undertaking a no-legacy, greenfield health insurance deployment in India, building journeys that truly empathize with the customer and offer a differentiated experience.

To partner with us in this mission, we are looking for a dynamic and Risk Manager to ensure the efficient and seamless operation of the Risk Department and plays a crucial role in identifying, assessing and mitigating risks in the organization.

Reporting To: Financial Controller

Location: Mumbai

The Assistant Manager – Tax Reporting role in a start-up health insurance company requires a strategic finance professional who will be responsible for handling day-to-day tax operations including direct and indirect tax compliance, filings, reconciliations, and supporting audits. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with a solid understanding of Indian tax laws and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual returns for GST, TDS, and income tax

• Ensure timely payment of taxes and accurate accounting of tax liabilities

• Reconcile tax accounts and ensure proper documentation for audit and compliance

• Assist in responding to tax notices, assessments, and queries from authorities

• Support internal and external audits related to tax matters

• Review vendor invoices for tax applicability and ensure correct deductions

• Maintain records of tax filings, payments, and correspondence with authorities

• Monitor changes in tax laws and update internal processes accordingly

• Coordinate with finance, legal, and procurement teams to ensure tax compliance in contracts and transactions

• Assist in preparing MIS reports and dashboards related to tax provisions and payments

• Support the Tax Lead in strategic tax planning and process improvements

Qualification & Experience

• Chartered Accountant (CA) or Commerce graduate with specialization in taxation

• Strong understanding of GST, TDS, and income tax regulations

• Proficiency in MS Excel and tax filing platforms; experience with ERP systems preferred

• 3–5 years of experience in tax operations, preferably in insurance, fintech, or regulated financial services.

• Experience in handling audits and tax assessments is a plus

Skills

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

   

What we offer

• Competitive compensation

• Opportunity to shape the tax strategy of a high-growth health tech startup

• Collaborative and mission-driven work culture

• Exposure to cutting-edge innovation in insurance and financial services

Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equality of opportunity of benefits for all who apply and who perform work for our organisation irrespective of sex, race, age, ethnic origin, educational, social and cultural background, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, disability or part-time / fixed-term work, or any other status protected by applicable law. We encourage the same standards from our recruitment and third-party suppliers taking into account the context of grade, job and location. We also allow for reasonable adjustments to support people with individual physical or mental health requirements.