Job Title: Operations Expert, Assistant Vice President
Location: Pune, India
Role Description
The Tax Operations team consists of five core functions:
National Tax Reporting - responsible for the distribution process and fulfilling German tax requirements for our fund range of German, Luxembourg and Irish funds
Tax Reclaim - responsible for filing tax reclaims in various countries on behalf of our fund range of German, Luxembourg and Irish funds
International Tax Reporting - responsible for filing tax declarations and/or tax reportings in various countries such as India, Pakistan, Taiwan, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Italy, Switzerland, UK.
Quality & Strategy - responsible for analyzing new tax laws as well as tax law changes and developing according strategies to implement changes for all tax operations teams as well as analyzing existing processes and process gaps to ensure continuous tax compliance and efficiency.
Tax Operations Support - provide support across various functions within Tax Operations EMEA. The team's responsibilities include assisting with national tax operations, tax reclaim processes, international tax reporting, and supporting the Quality & Strategy team.
As a member of the Quality & Strategy Team, you are responsible for sustainably increasing efficiency and minimizing tax compliance risks through the design and implementation of technical process automation. You will primarily focus on Tax Operations-related processes and the enhancement of existing automated solutions, particularly utilizing VBA, Python, XML, Power Automate and Power Query. You act as a bridge between technical solutions and business needs, ensuring that automated processes are reliable, scalable, and easy for the teams to use.
What we’ll offer you
As part of our flexible scheme, here are just some of the benefits that you’ll enjoy
Best in class leave policy
Gender neutral parental leaves
100% reimbursement under childcare assistance benefit (gender neutral)
Sponsorship for Industry relevant certifications and education
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family members
Comprehensive Hospitalization Insurance for you and your dependents
Accident and Term life Insurance
Complementary Health screening for 35 yrs. and above
Your key responsibilities
Design, build, test and maintain automated tax workflows and tools (utilizing VBA, Python, XML, Power Automate, and Power Query). This also includes the creation of necessary documentation.
Analyze tax processes to identify optimization and automation opportunities that improve accuracy and reduce manual effort.
Management of the compliance process in connection with End-User-Developed Applications (EUDAs)
Translate business requirements from tax teams into robust technical solutions and automated procedures.
Collaborate with cross-functional and international teams (specifically IT and fund accounting) to implement scalable, user-friendly solutions.
Support audits and internal reviews by providing necessary data, reports, and comprehensive process documentation.
Assess process risks continuously and propose effective mitigation measures to strengthen internal controls.
Drive continuous improvement by sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues, and implementing new processes across Tax Operations.
Your skills and experience
A degree in Finance, Taxation, Economics, Business Administration, Business Informatics, or a related field.
Fluent English required; additional German language skills are an advantage.
Practical experience with automation tools (VBA, Python, PowerQuery, Power Automate, XML).
Experience in tax operations, tax reporting, or the broader financial services industry.
Experience with fund accounting systems (SimCorp Dimension is an advantage).
Strong Excel skills and robust data-handling capabilities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Structured working style, keen attention to detail, and a high sense of responsibility.
A strong team player with ability to collaborate effectively, communicate clearly, and build trust across diverse teams.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in cross-border teams.
Enjoy working closely with colleagues to develop practical solutions.
Ability to explain complex technical topics in an understandable and accessible manner.
Ability to translate intricate tax requirements into practical, streamlined processes.
How we’ll support you
Training and development to help you excel in your career
Coaching and support from experts in your team
A culture of continuous learning to aid progression
A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs
About us and our teams
Please visit our company website for further information:
https://www.db.com/company/company.html
We at DWS are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, one that embraces dialogue and diverse views, and treats everyone fairly to drive a high-performance culture. The value we create for our clients and investors is based on our ability to bring together various perspectives from all over the world and from different backgrounds. It is our experience that teams perform better and deliver improved outcomes when they are able to incorporate a wide range of perspectives. We call this #ConnectingTheDots.