Team Leader - GST & Indirect Tax | CA / Advocate | Mumbai

Were hiring: Team Leader - Taxation (GST) for one of our clients.

Role: Team Leader - Taxation (GST)
Location: Mumbai
Immediate joiners preferred

Qualification & Experience

• CA or Advocate with 3 - 4 years of relevant experience in GST.
• Experience in Income Tax is optional and will be considered an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Advisory & Technical Responsibilities

• Stay updated on GST provisions, amendments, notifications, circulars, and other relevant tax developments.
• Provide technical advice to clients on regular indirect tax and GST-related queries.
• Ensure a high standard of client service and timely resolution of queries.
• Manage turnaround times effectively without compromising the quality of deliverables.
• Understand the client’s industry in detail and assess the applicable GST provisions.
• Prepare taxability matrices, business notes, process notes, and other relevant technical documentation.
• Handle complex taxation matters, advisory assignments, and litigation matters with minimal supervision from the Partner.

Team Management

• Ensure the smooth functioning of a team of approximately 5 - 6 employees on assigned engagements.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the team.
• Assist in conducting regular team reviews to track critical aspects of assignments and deliverables.
• Support regular team communication and knowledge-sharing activities.
• Mentor, guide, and motivate junior team members.
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and professional work environment.

Litigation, Audit & Compliance

• Independently handle departmental audits for clients.
• Assist in handling litigation matters up to the Tribunal level.
• Assist in drafting opinions, advisory notes, and replies to show-cause notices.
• Prepare Statements of Facts and Grounds of Appeal for filing appeals before the appropriate authorities.
• Coordinate with clients, all-India associates, and external associates for GST compliance, litigation, and audit-related matters.
• Verify the computation of clients’ tax liabilities on a periodic basis.
• Coordinate with clients to ensure timely payment of tax liabilities.
• Ensure tax liabilities are paid within the prescribed timelines.
• Review and verify periodic tax returns of clients and ensure timely filing within the prescribed due dates.
• Maintain an organised repository of relevant case laws, statutory changes, notifications, and regulatory developments.
• Maintain client data, records, and supporting documentation in an organised manner.

Client Relationship Management

• Ensure excellent client service through timely communication and diligent follow-up.
• Ensure client requirements, queries, and concerns are addressed effectively.
• Take ownership of assigned work by demonstrating responsibility, accountability, and initiative.
• Identify potential new business opportunities from existing clients.

Self-Development & Knowledge Enhancement

• Demonstrate strong technical knowledge and stay updated on the latest developments in taxation and related areas.
• Demonstrate confidence, integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
• Act as a role model for junior team members and build trust among colleagues and clients.

Contribution to the Firm & Firm-Related Processes

• Support firm-wide initiatives such as newsletters, knowledge-sharing activities, events, and other institutional initiatives.
• Comply with the Firm’s policies, procedures, professional standards, and internal guidelines.

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