International Tax Consultant (FEMA/DTAA) Jobs in Chennai CA Firm and Accounting Firm

📋 Job Description

Jobzi is sourcing qualified candidates for International Tax Consultant (FEMA/DTAA) positions in Chennai's private CA Firm and Accounting Firm sector. This is a full-time opportunity with a reputed Chartered Accountancy and Audit employer in Chennai offering competitive salary, structured growth, and a professional work environment. Tamil communication skills are preferred alongside English for professional and business interaction in Chennai.

📌 Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on treaty benefits and withholding tax obligations under DTAA with various countries
• Handle FEMA compliance including FC-GPR, FC-TRS, ODI, and FLA return filings with RBI
• Compute withholding tax under Section 195 for payments to non-residents and advise on lower deduction certificates
• Assist clients with NRI taxation matters including residential status determination and repatriation planning
• Draft Section 195 opinions and Lower Deduction Certificate (LDC) applications
• Support clients during international tax assessments and represent them in proceedings
• Keep clients updated on CBDT and RBI circulars affecting cross-border transactions

🎓 Qualifications and Requirements

• CA Qualified with international tax and FEMA experience mandatory
• Knowledge of Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAA) with key jurisdictions
• Familiarity with FEMA 1999 provisions for inbound and outbound investments
• Experience with FC-GPR, FC-TRS, and ODI filings on the RBI FEM portal
• Understanding of Section 195 withholding tax provisions and lower deduction procedures
• Ability to advise NRI clients on residential status, repatriation, and estate planning
• Good drafting skills for international tax opinions, LDC applications, and assessment submissions
• Good Tamil and English communication skills for team coordination and client interaction in Chennai.

✅ Required Skills