Position Title: Manager - Indirect Tax
Experience: 8+ years in Indirect Tax
Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA)
Location: Bengaluru
Reports To: CFO

Position Overview:-

We are looking for a Manager - Indirect Tax with strong expertise in GST, Customs, Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), Advance Authorization, and Export Oriented Unit (EOU) management. The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Accountant (CA) with over 8 years of experience in managing indirect tax functions. This role will involve overseeing indirect tax compliance, planning, audits, and advisory, aligning tax functions with business goals.

Key Responsibilities:-

1. Indirect Tax Compliance and Reporting:
• Ensure timely filing and reconciliation of GST returns (monthly, quarterly, and annual).
• Stay updated on GST laws and provide guidance on their impact on operations.
2. EOU and Export Compliance:
• Oversee EOU compliance and Advance Authorization schemes for export businesses.
• Ensure compliance with Customs regulations and manage duty-free import schemes.
3. Customs and FTA Compliance:
• Monitor customs duties and ensure FTA compliance to optimize tax benefits.
• Advise on duty exemptions and preferential duty rates.
4. GST Advisory and Planning:
• Provide strategic GST planning advice and optimize input tax credit (ITC).
• Assist in GST audits and ensure compliance with all requirements.
5. Advance Authorization and Norms Fixation:
• Manage Advance Authorization licenses for export and duty-free imports.
• Work with regulatory bodies for norms fixation and approvals.
6. Documentation and Reporting:
• Ensure proper documentation and track GST return reconciliations with books of accounts.
• Prepare regular management reports on tax compliance and risks.
7. Indirect Tax Audits and Disputes:
• Lead GST audits, manage queries from tax authorities, and represent the company in tax disputes.
• Develop strategies for tax litigation and dispute resolution.
8. Team Leadership and Coordination:
• Lead and mentor a team of indirect tax professionals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (finance, procurement, legal) for tax compliance.
• Provide training on GST, customs, and indirect tax matters.

Key Skills and Qualifications:-

• Educational Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA).
• Experience: 8+ years in Indirect Tax, with expertise in GST, Customs, FTAs, Advance Authorization, and EOU management.
• SAP Knowledge: Proficiency in SAP for GST compliance and reconciliation.
• Reconciliation Skills: Experience in reconciling GST returns with books of accounts.
• Customs Expertise: Strong knowledge of customs duties, import/export regulations, and duty exemptions.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills for collaboration and reporting.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze and resolve complex indirect tax issues.

Personal Attributes:-

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Proactive and solution-oriented with the ability to navigate complex tax matters.
• High integrity with a focus on compliance and risk management.
• Ability to align tax strategies with business objectives.