Deputy Manager - GST | CMA

Role & responsibilities

GST Return Preparation & Filing

• Prepare GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, and annual return data for all registrations.
• Validate outward and inward supply data against books of account.
• Ensure returns are filed within statutory due dates.
• Maintain filing acknowledgements and working papers.

2. Input Tax Credit Management

• Reconcile GSTR-2A / 2B with purchase register and books.
• Identify, track, and follow up on mismatched and missing vendor invoices.
• Ensure eligible credit is availed and ineligible credit is reversed correctly.
• Maintain ITC reconciliation trackers and ageing of unmatched items.

3. E-Invoicing & E-Way Bill Compliance

• Monitor generation of e-invoices and e-way bills across locations.
• Resolve IRN generation failures and system errors.
• Ensure documentation compliance for goods movement.
• Coordinate with Logistics and Plants on exception handling.

4. Reconciliation & Ledger Control

• Reconcile GST liability, credit, and cash ledgers with books.
• Clear differences and ensure correct accounting of tax entries.
• Support monthly and annual GST closing activities.
• Maintain state-wise compliance status dashboards.

5. Notices, Assessments & Departmental Support

• Compile data and documentation for GST notices, audits, and assessments.
• Support consultants and the tax lead in drafting responses.
• Track notice status, timelines, and closures.
• Maintain a repository of departmental correspondence.

6. Process & Systems

• Follow defined SOPs and compliance calendars.
• Support automation of GST data extraction and reconciliation.
• Keep updated on GST law changes, circulars, and notifications.
• Coordinate with IT on ERP and GST tool enhancements.

Preferred candidate profile

• 4-8 years of experience in GST compliance, indirect taxation, or finance shared services.

• Working knowledge of SAP, GST portals, and reconciliation tools is essential.