Senior Executive Taxation & Accounts

Job Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Taxation & Accounts professional who will be responsible for handling direct and indirect tax compliances, finalization of books of accounts, statutory filings, and related financial reporting activities. The role requires hands-on experience in e-TDS returns, Income Tax Return (ITR) filing, GST compliance, and finalization of accounts.

Key Responsibilities

1. e-TDS Return Compliance

• Collect and verify PAN, TAN, and deducted details.
• Reconcile TDS deductions with books of accounts and challans.
• Match challans with OLTAS/TRACES records.
• Prepare, validate, and file quarterly e-TDS returns within statutory timelines.
• Download and issue Form 16 and Form 16A.
• Handle TDS defaults, correction statements, and tax notices.
• Coordinate with internal teams and consultants for TDS-related compliance.

2. Income Tax Return (ITR) Filing

• Collect financial statements and supporting documents required for tax filing.
• Verify PAN, Aadhaar, AIS, TIS, and Form 26AS data.
• Compute taxable income and tax liabilities.
• Ensure eligible deductions, exemptions, and tax benefits are appropriately claimed.
• Prepare and file applicable Income Tax Returns.
• Manage advance tax, self-assessment tax payments, refunds, and tax notices.
• Maintain tax records, acknowledgments, and compliance documentation.

3. GST Compliance

• Reconcile sales, purchase registers, and GST ledgers.
• Match GSTR-2B with purchase records and vendor invoices.
• Compute GST liabilities and Input Tax Credit (ITC).
• Prepare and file GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, annual returns, and other applicable GST returns.
• Generate and monitor e-way bills and e-invoices.
• Handle GST notices, audits, and departmental queries.
• Perform monthly and periodic GST reconciliations to ensure compliance.

4. Finalization of Books of Accounts

• Record, review, and monitor accounting entries.
• Reconcile bank accounts, cash, debtors, creditors, and statutory ledgers.
• Pass year-end adjustment entries including depreciation, provisions, and accruals.
• Verify fixed assets, inventory records, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare Trial Balance, Profit & Loss Account, and Balance Sheet.
• Prepare schedules, reconciliations, and working papers for audits and tax assessments.
• Support statutory, internal, and tax audits.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Commerce (B.Com) / M.Com / CA Inter / CMA Inter.
• Strong knowledge of Income Tax, TDS, GST, and accounting principles.
• Hands-on experience in filing TDS returns, ITRs, and GST returns.
• Good understanding of accounting standards and financial statements.
• Proficiency in Tally, ERP systems, and MS Excel.
• Familiarity with Income Tax Portal, GST Portal, TRACES, and related compliance platforms.
• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet statutory deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in handling multiple entities or group companies.
• Exposure to audits, assessments, and tax litigations.
• Knowledge of ERP software such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms.

Key Competencies

• Tax Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge
• Financial Reporting & Reconciliation
• Analytical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Time Management
• Communication & Coordination Skills