Chartered Accountant – Direct Tax & Indirect Tax

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra
Department: Finance

We are looking for a Chartered Accountant with 2–3+ years of relevant experience in Direct Tax and Indirect Tax. The role will have a strong focus on Indirect Taxation, particularly GST, while also handling Direct Tax matters.

Key Responsibilities:

A. Indirect Tax :

• Review of Input & Output Register monthly for all three companies
• Review GST transactions and advise business teams on the taxability and GST implications of transactions
• Handle GST-related notices, queries, assessments and departmental correspondence
• Support IDT Manager in replying to GST notices and coordinate with tax authorities
• Assist Tax Manager in GST audits, departmental audits, assessments and investigations
• Assist in GST litigation and appeals at various levels
• Monitor changes in GST laws, notifications, circulars, orders and case laws and assess their impact on the business
• Review tax positions relating to ITC, RCM, place of supply, valuation, classification, exemptions and GST rates
• Assist in GST refund applications and related follow-up
• Coordinate with internal teams, consultants and external tax advisors on data compilation and relevant record for appeals
• Support implementation of process improvements and automation in GST compliance and reporting

B. Direct Tax:

• Assist in Data Compilation for Tax Assessment, Appeals and Court cases
• Preparation/review of Agreements/Contract for TDS & GST Applicability
• Review of Transfer Pricing Audit Report/Study Report
• Review of third Party benchmark studies
• Assist in preparation of responses to Income Tax notices/Tax default Notice
• Assist in Income Tax assessments, appeals and litigation
• Coordinate with tax consultants and authorities for Direct Tax matters
• Monitor changes in Income Tax law, circulars, notifications and judicial developments

C. Tax Litigation & Assessments:

• Assist Tax Head in handling tax notices, assessments and departmental proceedings
• Assist in preparation of factual and legal submissions in consultation with senior management/tax advisors
• Coordinate with consultants and legal professionals for tax litigation
• Maintain records of notices, submissions, orders and appeal proceedings
• Track litigation matters and ensure timely compliance with procedural requirements
• Research relevant provisions, circulars, notifications and judicial precedents
• Ensure Contingent Liability file and update regularly for the Internal Stake holder
• Maintain Tax related entry on timely manner for Refunds, Demand Paid any internal adjustment etc.

D. Tax Advisory & Business Support:

• Provide tax inputs to finance and business teams on day-to-day transactions
• Review proposed business transactions from a Direct Tax and Indirect Tax perspective
• Identify tax risks and suggest appropriate compliance measures
• Assist in tax planning and implementation within the applicable legal framework
• Prepare tax-related MIS, reports and management updates
• Ensure timely escalation of significant tax risks and potential exposures

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong practical knowledge of GST and Indirect Taxation
• Good working knowledge of Income Tax and TDS
• Hands-on experience in tax compliance
• Practical exposure to tax notices, assessments and litigation
• Ability to independently handle routine tax matters
• Strong knowledge of GST law, rules, notifications, circulars and relevant case laws
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and drafting skills
• Ability to coordinate with internal teams, consultants and tax authorities
• Good working knowledge of MS Excel and other relevant tax/compliance systems