Senior Manager – Group Taxation

Senior Manager – Group Taxation

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Company Name: LAUGFS Holdings
Industry: Conglomerate / Corporate Services
Job Location: Colombo
City: Colombo
Postal Code: 00100
Region: Western Province
Gender: Not Specified
Company Office Local Address: 101, Maya Avenue, Colombo 06, Sri Lanka
Country: Sri Lanka
Job Type: Full-Time
Currency: LKR
Job Average Salary Rate: LKR 350,000 – LKR 600,000 per month
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About LAUGFS Holdings

LAUGFS Holdings operates as a diversified Sri Lankan conglomerate with businesses across multiple key sectors. The company continues to shape industries through strategic growth, operational expertise, and a strong commitment to long-term value creation for stakeholders.

Job Summary

The Senior Manager – Group Taxation oversees end-to-end tax functions across all group companies. This role evaluates tax risks, develops strategic tax solutions, manages compliance, and coordinates with internal and external authorities to support business decisions with accurate tax guidance.

Responsibilities

1. Tax Compliance & Reporting
   • Review and monitor the tax compliance process for all Group companies to ensure full adherence to Inland Revenue and statutory requirements.
   • Guide and assist Finance teams in preparing accurate provisional and final income tax computations, ensuring completeness and timely submissions.
   • Maintain detailed and updated tax records, schedules, and supporting documentation for audits and internal reviews.

2. Liaison with Tax Authorities & Tax Matter Management
   • Liaise with the Department of Inland Revenue to manage appeals, assessments, default tax issues, and other tax-related matters.
   • Prepare responses to inquiries and represent the Group in meetings and discussions with tax authorities.
   • Ensure timely settlement of outstanding taxes and follow up on pending items.

3. Registrations, Approvals & Statutory Requirements
   • Oversee and facilitate all required tax registrations and statutory approvals including VAT, CIT, Stamp Duty, Section 22(7) approvals, and Tax Clearances.
   • Coordinate with external government bodies such as Sri Lanka Customs, BOI, and others to obtain necessary permits and approvals.

4. Tax Strategy, Planning & Research
   • Develop and implement effective tax strategies aimed at minimizing tax liabilities within legal frameworks.
   • Conduct tax research, analyse new legislation, and provide insights to management on risks and opportunities.
   • Identify and recommend tax planning initiatives aligned with business activities.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration
   • Work closely with internal teams—Finance, Strategic Planning, Legal, Treasury & Corporate Finance—to provide tax inputs for operations and transactions.
   • Evaluate tax implications of business decisions, including mergers, acquisitions, investments, expansions, and divestitures.

6. Tax Risk Management & Internal Controls
   • Identify and assess tax risks associated with operational and transactional activities across the Group.
   • Implement and monitor internal controls to mitigate potential tax exposures.
   • Keep relevant employees updated on tax law changes and compliance requirements.

7. Audit Management
   • Lead and manage tax audits conducted by authorities, ensuring timely submission of required documentation.
   • Provide guidance to strengthen audit readiness and enhance future compliance processes.

8. Advisory & Transaction Support
   • Provide tax advisory support for business transactions, new projects, and restructures.
   • Assist Company Finance teams with technical guidance on all prevailing taxes including VAT, PAYE, WHT, and others.
   • Perform additional tax-related duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified in ICASL or equivalent
• Qualification in Taxation will be an added advantage
• 5 – 7 years of relevant experience in tax compliance, tax planning, and dealing with tax authorities.
• Experience in managing tax assessments, appeals, audits, and statutory submissions.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office.
• Excellent negotiation, and communication skills

Disclaimer

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