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YOUR MISSIONPosition Summary: At Puma, we move fast and so does our taxation function. As a Taxation Industrial Trainee, you will be an integral part of the taxation team, supporting compliance, reporting, and advisory across direct and indirect tax functions. This role offers hands-on exposure to tax regulations impacting a leading global sports lifestyle brand.
Duration: 12 months
Reports to: Senior Manager Taxation
Roles & Responsibilities:
Assist in preparation and filing of direct and indirect tax returns (GST, TDS, Income Tax).
Support GST compliance, including return filing, reconciliations, and handling notices.
Work on TDS calculations, filings, and reconciliations with books.
Assist in tax audits, assessments, and preparation of required documentation.
Perform reconciliation of financial data with tax filings (GST vs books, TDS vs ledger).
Support tax provisioning and deferred tax calculations.
Ensure adherence to statutory compliance timelines and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate with internal teams (Finance, Supply Chain, Legal) for tax-related data.
Assist in responding to tax notices and queries from authorities.
Contribute to process improvements and automation in tax reporting.
Why Puma
Global brand exposure work with one of the world's top sports lifestyle companies.
Fast-track learning across financial analysis, reporting, and business partnering.
Cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Supply Chain, and Brand teams.
Sports lifestyle culture energetic, diverse, and performance-driven workplace.
Who You Are
Pursuing CA (ICAI) with eligibility to undergo industrial training as per institute guidelines.
Strong academic record and solid conceptual understanding of taxation.
Proficient in MS Excel; working knowledge of SAP ERP is a definite advantage.
Sharp analytical mind with clear, confident communication skills.
Self-driven and comfortable keeping pace in a fast-moving brand environment.
Comfortable working both independently and in cross-functional teams.
PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex,
gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at
PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.
At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal
opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience.To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.
PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000
employees worldwide.
Skills Required
- Pursuing CA (ICAI) with eligibility to undergo industrial training as per institute guidelines.
- Strong academic record and solid conceptual understanding of taxation (direct and indirect tax).
- Proficient in MS Excel.
- Working knowledge of SAP ERP.
- Sharp analytical skills.
- Clear, confident communication skills.
- Self-driven and able to work in a fast-paced brand environment.
- Comfortable working independently and in cross-functional teams.
What We Do
At PUMA, we are in constant pursuit of faster. That extends beyond our support of the fastest athletes in the world. We also work to be fast in how we adapt to and connect with the constantly changing world around us. Through innovative design, iconic footwear and apparel, and authentic partnerships, we aim to always push what’s next in both sport and culture. That hustler’s spirit can be felt across PUMA categories, partnerships, offices, and countries. And we are always in search of talent that can help us set the pace at which sport and culture collide, as well as finding better ways to connect and collaborate with our communities. PUMA supports over 14,000 employees across 120+ countries. The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.
