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Tax Analyst (Payroll & Compliance)

Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan

Banyan Canopy Group is the Excellence Centre for Banyan Software, providing world-class operational support to drive the success of enterprise software businesses worldwide. Based in Karachi, Pakistan, Banyan Canopy Group plays a critical role in Banyan Software’s long-term buy-and-hold strategy, delivering exceptional back-office services that enable sustainable growth and operational excellence. At Banyan Canopy Group, we are committed to fostering talent, streamlining operations, and upholding the highest standards of accuracy and integrity.

Banyan Canopy Group – Tax Analyst (Payroll & Compliance)

Location: Karachi, Pakistan
Department: Finance
Reporting To: Corporate Controller – Pakistan

Role Overview

The BCG Tax Analyst will be responsible for managing and ensuring accurate payroll processing, handling all statutory payroll tax matters, and ensuring timely and accurate filing across all relevant portals (FBR, SECP, SRB, PESSI, SESSI, etc.). This role requires a meticulous professional with at least 8+ years of relevant experience in tax operations, statutory filings, and payroll compliance in Pakistan.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Processing & Statutory Deductions

  • Manage end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accurate deductions for EOBI, Gratuity, Provident Fund (PF), PESSI, SESSI, and withholding taxes.

  • Ensure compliance with Income Tax Ordinance, Minimum Wages, Gratuity laws, and relevant labor regulations.

  • Maintain accurate employee records for tax and social security reporting.

Tax Filing & Regulatory Compliance

  • File monthly, quarterly, and annual returns on relevant portals: FBR, SRB, SECP, PESSI, SESSI, and others.

  • Calculate and remit sales tax, withholding tax, and other statutory obligations.

  • Ensure timely compliance with Federal and Provincial tax authorities.

  • Manage gratuity fund and PF trustee activities in line with regulatory guidelines.

Audit, Reporting & Analysis

  • Prepare monthly tax reconciliations and payroll summaries.

  • Assist in internal and external audits, ensuring availability of supporting documentation.

  • Analyze tax implications of organizational transactions and business decisions.

  • Collaborate on the preparation of financial statements, focusing on tax-related disclosures.

Advisory & Process Improvement

  • Liaise with internal teams, legal advisors, and tax consultants to interpret tax laws and ensure correct application.

  • Provide guidance on tax structuring for employee benefits and other HR-related matters.

  • Monitor and implement changes in tax laws, ensuring the company’s compliance protocols are up to date.

  • Recommend improvements to internal systems and processes to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

  • 8+ years of hands-on experience in payroll processing and Pakistani tax compliance.

  • Strong command of FBR, SRB, SECP, and provincial bodies’ compliance processes.

  • Experience using payroll systems and ERP/accounting software.

  • Strong understanding of labor laws and tax-related employment benefits.

  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

Technical Expertise

  • Tax Portals: FBR IRIS, SRB, SECP eServices, PESSI/SESSI portals.

  • Statutory Compliance: Payroll tax, gratuity, PF, EOBI, SESSI, PESSI, sales tax, income tax.
  • Payroll Tools: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll modules within ERP systems like NetSuite is a plus.

Additional Information

  • This is a purely onsite role, and the working hours are from 12:00 PM to 08:00 PM.

  • Banyan Canopy Group is a rapidly growing organization with over 130 employees.

 

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