Tax Lead, India

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

What you will be doing

• Own end‑to‑end tax compliance for Orica India, ensuring adherence to Indian tax laws and Orica’s global tax standards
• Oversee direct and indirect tax filings, payments, and statutory reporting
• Lead and manage tax audits, assessments, and disputes with Indian revenue authorities
• Manage transfer pricing compliance and documentation for India
• Provide practical tax advisory support to finance and business stakeholders
• Monitor and communicate tax law changes and their business impact
• Support tax aspects of M&A activities, restructures, and entity changes
• Lead and develop a local tax team (5 employees) and drive continuous process improvement

What you will bring

• Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Law
• Professional qualification such as CA, CPA, ACA, or equivalent
• Strong hands‑on experience in India tax compliance and audits
• Solid knowledge of corporate tax, GST, transfer pricing, and tax treaties
• Experience engaging with tax authorities and managing assessments/notices
• Experience managing tax compliance and audits in complex, regulated environments; large or multi‑entity exposure is advantageous.
• Exposure to international tax and IFRS tax reporting is an advantage
• Knowledge of SAP and tax reporting tools is a plus

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.