Manager-Indirect Taxation (GST)

Role & responsibilities :

A] Compliance & procedural

• Adhering to clients GST compliance timelines as per statute (assessments, filing of returns, etc.)
• Provide GST services to a range of clients working closely with multidisciplinary tax teams.
• Carrying out comprehensive GST incidence reviews for the clients.
• Perform GST reviews as part of Internal Audit engagements
• Assist internal and external contacts on GST related queries.
• Coordination with the department for obtaining approvals, registrations, etc.
• Helping with audits or investigation by the tax authorities
• Complete identified number of GST returns on a timely basis.
• Preparation, filing and processing of refunds
• Address all queries raised in respect of GST returns submitted and liaise with line Managers accordingly.
• Assisting in the implementation of recommendations.
• Perform GST audits

B] Research

• Extensive research on various critical aspects of GST Laws.
• Benchmarking against industry preferred practice to identify new ways of helping to reduce GST incidence and capturing permanent cash flow benefits
• Research technical issues

C] Advisory

• Rendering business advisory services to clients under GST Laws
• Participate in planning, developing and implementing GST strategies to optimize tax incidence
• Dealing with technical enquiries relating to GST

D] CRM and Relationships Development

• Ensuring clients are provided with up to date information on indirect tax developments.
• Assisting with business development initiatives, contributing to winning new work
• Participate in identifying new market opportunities
• Establishing and maintaining good relationships with clients and colleagues
• Document case studies and develop business development collaterals
• Participation in client acquisition related activities including drafting proposals / responding to RFPs & presentations to clients

E] Others

• Assisting with the developing lesser experienced staff with hands on advice and support
• Steer projects including quality reviews of deliverables, client interfacing and presenting findings to management and at ACMs / BOD meeting

Desired attributes

• Strong analytical ability and eye for detail
• Interpretation skills
• Organized and meticulous approach
• Passion and high energy levels
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Team player
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to discuss basic technical issues, ask appropriate questions and gather relevant information from the client.
• 1 - 2 years of experience in Indirect tax compliance (preferable)

Preferred candidate profile

CA/LLB/ICWA with 5+years of post qualification experience in Indirect Taxation