Ritika Khanna

About Ritika Khanna

Tax is increasingly on boardroom agendas. Global regulatory complexity is rising, and tax…

Experience

1. Senior Associate

   PwC

   Aug 2023 — Present · Gurugram, IN

   At PwC India, as a Senior Associate in Tax Regulatory Services, I manage corporate and international tax litigation and compliance for MNCs. The role demands liaising with tax authorities, representing clients before the appellate fora and crafting defense strategies for complex cases while being proficient at juggling multiple tasks and meeting concurrent, tight deadlines. Demonstrating agility and quick iteration skills to consistently deliver results, adapting to changing priorities, and handling ambiguity is a key prerequisite.Core competencies include:• Overseeing comprehensive tax filings and audits across multiple tax regimes, including extensive (net & gross) ITR reviews, TDS filings, master, stay, and waiver applications for outstanding demands and refunds, as well as GST reconciliations, empowering clients to mitigate risks and meet business objectives by optimizing tax positions.• Developing tax-efficient strategies for cross-border tax planning, OECD BEPS Pillars 1 & 2, inbound/outbound investments, digital tax (EL), multi-jurisdictional business restructuring, and the repatriation of funds by MNCs to effectively minimize tax exposure.• Liaising with tax authorities and representing clients in complex tax litigation before tribunals, ensuring robust defense strategies and documentation.• Advising on regulatory matters, including PE, beneficial ownership, TP adjustments, MFN clauses, IndAS disclosures, and GAAR implications.By integrating AI and automation into tax processes, I enhance compliance efficiency. Through thought leadership, I demystify tax concepts, helping businesses navigate the evolving landscape. I drive business development initiatives contributing to ~10% revenue growth. This experience empowers my clients to optimize tax positions, mitigate risks, and navigate regulatory challenges confidently.

Education

• Delhi University

  B.Com(H)

  2011 — 2014

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  Accountancy

  2013 — 2018

Skills

• Internal Audit
• Financial Accounting
• Budgets
• Financial Modeling
• Financial Reporting
• Financial Analysis
• Accounts Payable
• Statutory Audit
• Accounting
• Tax
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Income Tax
• Microsoft Office
• Internal Controls
• Microsoft Word