Lead - Indirect Taxation

Principal Responsibilities:

• Managing indirect tax matters for clients, with a primary focus on GST compliance, refund processing, and litigation support.
• The Lead will assist in preparation of monthly and annual GST filings, coordinate with the clients and support the Manager in execution of routine GST tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly GST returns (GSTR-1, 3B) and annual returns (GSTR-9, 9C) for a diverse client base.
• Advise on various GST compliances to the clients.
• Prepare GST computation workings, reconciliations (GSTR 2A/2B vs books), and ITC eligibility assessments.
• Experience in working on GST compliances for companies with presence in different states.
• Assist in GST refund applications (export of goods/services, inverted duty, excess tax paid, etc.) and prepare proper documentation, eligibility checks, and follow-up with clients for data and finalisation
• Liaison with the GST Department for any notices, refund processing etc.
• Draft and file responses to GST notices, SCNs, and appeals before GST authorities.
• Assist in handling audits and investigations conducted by tax departments.
• Experience in Customs, EOU, SEZ, STPI related matters from an Indirect Taxation perspective.
• Advise clients on complex GST issues, tax positions, and emerging compliance risks.
• Update clients on key changes in GST laws, circulars, advance rulings, and judicial decisions.
• Review junior staff deliverables and provide timely feedback for quality improvement.
• Collaborate with other departments (audit, direct tax, accounts) for integrated client solutions.
• Stay abreast of legal updates and judicial developments in GST and allied indirect tax laws.

Essential requirements:

• CA Inter / MBA with minimum 3 years of Indirect Taxation experience in a CA office
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong communication skills
• Good soft skills
• Exposure to various audit and tax services
• Strong user of MS Office