Assistant Manager - Taxation
Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparing, managing and filing of GST and any indirect tax filings and ensuring that all compliances are done as per the statutory timelines.
- Developing and maintaining Compliance procedures and risk assessment frameworks, to ensure effective tax management.
- Preparation and filing of GST refund on regular basis to ensure that filing of refunds does not accumulate.
- Assistance and knowledge of GST Reconciliation with Purchase register regularly.
- Preparation and submission of GST Assessments. Ensure that all assessments are completed and complied with as per the timelines
- Assist with ongoing and new GST audits including replying to GST notices and routine show cause notices as per the timelines and ensure that compliances are done in time.
- Assist in legacy litigations.
- Collaborating with Finance and Accounting teams to ensure our tax strategies and policies are implemented accurately per Tax laws.
- Identifying, tracking, and reporting any potential Tax or Financial risks or issues and working closely with the accounting teams to implement appropriate solutions.
- Maintain documentation and records related to tax filings, provisions and other tax-related activities.
- Collaborate with other departments and teams, such as finance, legal and operations, to ensure alignment and coordination on tax matters.
- Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on financial issues, including tax implications of business decisions and transactions.
- Stay updated with changes in tax laws and regulations in India and proactively identify potential risks or opportunities for the organisation.
- Foster a culture of tax compliance and awareness throughout the organisation, providing training and support as needed
- Regularly updating the assessment and compliance tracker
- Maintaining Data in a proper format for further analysis
Must have:
- Strong understanding of Tax compliance in managing Indirect taxes and related compliances.
- Chartered Accountant with Minimum 2-3 years of experience as a professional in Indirect Taxation. (Preferable First or Second Attempt)
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to demonstrate strong Microsoft Office skills (especially MS Excel/Ms Office/Powerpoint presentations)
- Familiarity in using SAP
- Working Knowledge of use of various taxation related software - Reconciliation tools, IMS Tools, etc.
Good to have:
- Candidate must be motivated, extremely organized and detail oriented, have excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality for highly sensitive materials and details
- Strong follow through and able to anticipate issues before they arise
- Ability to multitask and juggle many competing priorities efficiently Excellent critical thinking skills