Profile Summary
Dynamic tax professional with a robust background in direct and international taxation, specializing in transfer pricing strategies, including Master File and Country-by-Country Reporting (CbCR). Demonstrated success in navigating complex tax regulations to optimize tax structures and minimize liabilities for multinational organizations. Extensive experience in statutory auditing and financial reporting, coupled with a strong analytical mindset that drives informed decision-making. Recognized for delivering strategic tax planning and insights that align with corporate objectives and enhance compliance. Committed to continuous professional development and staying ahead of emerging tax laws and best practices to effectively manage risks and support business growth.
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Employment History
Senior International Tax Accountant at Twilio
September, 2023 - Present
- Managing APAC region transfer pricing compliance, including Local File, Master File, and Country-by-Country Reporting (CbCR) in accordance with OECD guidelines.
- Leveraging advanced tax technology tools (Data Snipper, Alteryx, Gen AI) to enhance accuracy, automation, and efficiency in tax reporting and filings.
- Ensuring timely corporate tax filings across APAC jurisdictions, mitigating compliance risks and maintaining adherence to international tax regulations.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including finance, legal, and external tax advisors, to streamline tax processes and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Conducting data analytics and automation projects, improving the efficiency of tax compliance and reducing manual intervention by 30%.
- Supporting global tax reporting initiatives, ensuring seamless integration of APAC tax data into consolidated financial reports.
- Monitoring evolving tax laws and regulations in the APAC region, proactively implementing changes to align with new tax policies and minimize risks.
- Managing tax audits and regulatory inquiries, liaising with tax authorities and external advisors to ensure compliance and mitigate potential risks.
- Developing and implementing tax risk management frameworks, ensuring robust governance and adherence to international tax standards.
- Implementing process automation for tax compliance and reporting, reducing manual efforts and improving reporting accuracy by 40%.
Assistant Manager at EY Global Delivery Services
September, 2022 - August, 2023
- Conducted comprehensive audit procedures, including expense testing, revenue testing, investment testing, and financial statement tie-outs, ensuring compliance with audit standards.
- Led audit engagements across all stages—planning, execution, completeness, and review—delivering high-quality audit documentation and risk assessments.
- Performed substantive testing and Test of Details based on risk analysis and internal control evaluations, strengthening financial accuracy and compliance.
- Specialized in auditing clients from the Wealth and Asset Management sector, ensuring adherence to industry-specific regulatory frameworks.
- Utilized advanced audit technology tools (Data Snipper, Alteryx) to improve efficiency, automate data analysis, and enhance audit accuracy.
- Conducted process walkthroughs and identified Significant Classes of Transactions (SCOT) for key financial accounts, improving audit risk assessment.
- Collaborated with global audit teams, ensuring seamless coordination and adherence to international accounting standards (IFRS, US GAAP).
- Implemented data-driven audit approaches, reducing manual efforts and improving testing accuracy by 30%.
Senior Executive Tax at Hindustan Unilever Limited
September, 2020 - August, 2022
- Served as the single point of contact for all tax activities related to Unilever Myanmar entities, ensuring smooth tax operations and compliance.
- Liaised directly with statutory auditors and Myanmar tax authorities, addressing queries related to Corporate Income Tax, Commercial Tax, and Withholding Tax, and supporting assessment proceedings in collaboration with the Country Tax Team.
- Implemented data quality enhancements using Alteryx and Power BI, improving tax reporting accuracy and ensuring data hygiene.
- Computed and managed Monthly Commercial Tax and Quarterly Corporate Income Tax filings, ensuring 100% on-time tax payments and minimizing financial penalties.
- Supported tax audits and regulatory reviews, preparing detailed reports and ensuring compliance with evolving Myanmar tax regulations.
- Strengthened internal tax processes, optimizing tax workflows and enhancing reporting efficiency by 20%.
- Developed and implemented tax risk management strategies, ensuring compliance with Myanmar’s evolving tax regulations while minimizing potential liabilities.
- Led the automation of tax reconciliation processes, reducing manual efforts and improving accuracy in tax reporting by 30%.
- Monitored and analyzed tax law changes, providing proactive recommendations to senior management on potential financial and operational impacts.
- Optimized tax payment and refund processes, improving cash flow management and ensuring timely recovery of eligible tax credits.
- Prepared and reviewed tax provisions for financial statements, aligning tax calculations with IFRS and local GAAP standards.
Tax Specialist at Shell India Market Pvt. Ltd.
November, 2017 - August, 2020
- Supported the preparation of schedules and notes for the Tax Audit Report (Form 3CD) and finalized documentation with the Tax Auditor.
- Calculated Tax holiday deductions under Section 10AA of the Income-tax Act for a SEZ Unit and finalized the certificate in Form 56F with the Certifying Chartered Accountant.
- Collaborated with Statutory and Transfer Pricing Auditors to resolve Income Tax inquiries and assisted the Country Tax Team in assessment proceedings.
- Submitted forms (3CEAA, 3CEAB, 3CEAC) to ensure adherence to Master File and Country-by-Country Reporting (CbCR) requirements under the Income Tax Act 1961.
- Performed benchmarking analysis at the transaction level to assess the arm’s length price for transactions with associate enterprises.
- Conducted comprehensive reviews of tax compliance processes, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring alignment with current regulations.
- Coordinated with internal teams to gather relevant financial data and documentation required for audits and assessments, ensuring timely submissions.
- Developed and maintained documentation for transfer pricing policies and practices, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations.
Article Assistant at Salarpuria & Partner
October, 2014 - September, 2017
- Audited financial statements, including Cash Flow Statements, in compliance with Companies Act, 2013, Accounting Standards, and Standards on Auditing.
- Filed ITRs for individuals, partnership firms, and companies, and prepared Tax Audit Reports in form 3CA/3CB with written statements of particulars in form 3CD.
Education
Professional Degree (Company Secretary)
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India
2018
Professional Degree (Chartered Accountancy)
The Institute of Chartered Accountant of India
2017
Diploma (Commerce (Honours))
Calcutta University
2016
ROHIT SUREKA
Basic Details
Gender -
Male
Date of Birth -
1992-10-10
Languages
English
Hindi
Bengali
Skills
Microsoft Office - (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
SAP, Tally, IDS
Interest and Hobbies
Analysing and Investing in Stock Market, Travelling, Adventure Sports