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Hardeep Singh Lamba
Chartered Accountant
Delhi,India
Summary
Dynamic tax professional with a proven track record at Johnson & Johnson, excelling in strategic planning and team management. Successfully transformed organizational culture, fostering innovation and enhancing productivity. Expert in risk management, implementing robust controls that ensured compliance and optimized results, while mentoring teams to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Director Taxation
Johnson & Johnson
Mumbai, India
09.2018 - Current
- Working as a Regional Director for Southeast Asia responsible for managing 7 countries in the region i.e. India, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia and Philippines
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Fostered culture of innovation, encouraging development of cutting-edge solutions.
- Transformed organizational culture to embrace continuous improvement, leading by example and mentoring teams.
Head of Tax & Global Trade Compliance
Michelin Tire
Gurgaon, India
03.2011 - 09.2018
- Provided guidance to junior team members on complex technical issues, nurturing their professional growth within the organization.
- Spearheaded initiatives to automate processes within the department, enhancing efficiency while maintaining data integrity.
- Stayed abreast of industry trends and best practices, leveraging this knowledge to drive continuous improvement initiatives within the department.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to optimize the integration of new businesses into the company''s existing structure.
- Streamlined the tax filing process for improved accuracy and timely submission of corporate tax returns.
- Optimized cash flow management through effective utilization of net operating loss carryforwards and other available incentives.
- Managed a team of tax professionals, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve departmental goals.
- Reduced tax liabilities with proactive planning, forecasting, and analysis of financial data.
- Evaluated the impact of legislative changes on the organization''s overall tax position, developing appropriate action plans as necessary.
- Enhanced tax compliance by implementing efficient tax strategies and conducting thorough risk assessments.
- Increased cost savings by identifying and capitalizing on available tax credits and deductions.
- Provided strategic direction for global transfer pricing policies, aligning them with business objectives and operational requirements.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for staff to enhance knowledge in relevant tax laws and procedures.
- Maintained strong relationships with regulatory authorities, efficiently resolving tax audits and disputes.
- Implemented robust controls to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations in various jurisdictions.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
- Designed and maintained financial models to identify and measure risks.
- Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.
- Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
- Conducted regular reviews of internal policies and procedures to identify areas for improvement in the realm of taxation practices.
- Coordinated with external auditors during annual audits, ensuring timely completion and accuracy of financial statements concerning tax matters.
- Assisted legal counsel in negotiating favorable terms for complex transactions from a taxation perspective.
- Supported business growth by providing expert advice on tax implications during mergers and acquisitions.
Consultant
Ernst & Young
Gurgaon
02.2008 - 02.2011
- Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
- Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
- Developed innovative strategies for clients, resulting in increased revenue and business growth.
- Analyzed data sets to identify trends and opportunities for process improvements within client organizations.
- Increased client satisfaction by developing comprehensive consulting strategies tailored to each business's unique challenges and objectives.
- Enhanced client decision-making, synthesizing complex data into clear, concise reports and dashboards.
- Streamlined communication processes for clients, enabling more effective collaboration and decision-making.
- Established best practices for project management within client organizations, leading to more predictable and successful outcomes.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Supported creation of detailed, technical financial models to value potential acquisition targets.
Education
Chartered Accountant -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
Delhi 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Commerce -
Delhi Univesity
B. Com (Hons) 04.2001 -
Skills
Problem-solving
Project management
Team management
People management
Relationship building
Decision-making
Strategic planning
Team building
Verbal and written communication
Change management
Hiring and retention
Risk management
Accomplishments
- Recognized with an Inspire “CELEBRATE” award towards successful implementation of TDS@0.1% at India level in year 2021
- Recognized with an award under category of “BEST IN CLASS COMPLIANCE” under finance under people’s choice award, where voting’s across all sectors
- Recognized with an Inspire “BRAVO” award towards successfully receiving a favorable order before High court in year 2022
- Recognized with an Inspire “APPLAUSE” award towards defining structures to tap accumulated GST credits in year 2022
- Recognized with an Inspire “OVATION” the highest level of award category in J&J Company towards the contribution made on prestigious Project in year 2022
- Recognized with an Inspire “BRAVO” towards active support on Demerger of Consumer division in 2023
- Recognized with an Inspire “BRAVO” towards successful implementation of E-invoice in Malaysia in 2024
- Recognized with an Inspire “ CELEBRATE” towards streamlining the processes in South-East Asia and simplifying inter-co transaction process in 2024.
Interests
Cycling
Reading
Timeline
Director Taxation
Johnson & Johnson
09.2018 - Current
Head of Tax & Global Trade Compliance
Michelin Tire
03.2011 - 09.2018
Consultant
Ernst & Young
02.2008 - 02.2011
Chartered Accountant -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Commerce -
Delhi Univesity
04.2001 -