Chartered Accountant, Faridabad

Role & responsibilities

Roles:

• Legal Advisors/Consultants:

• Provide legal advice on GST issues and represent clients in court or before tax authorities.
• Analyze the legal aspects of GST laws and regulations, including their application to clients cases.

• GST Litigation Lawyer/Advocate:

• Represent clients in GST-related cases before the GST authorities, appellate tribunals, or courts.
• Draft and file appeals, petitions, and legal documents.

• GST Dispute Resolution Officer:

• Facilitate the resolution of disputes between taxpayers and tax authorities.
• Mediate and negotiate to resolve GST disputes at an early stage, before escalation to higher courts.

Responsibilities:

• Litigation Strategy:

• Develop and implement strategies for defending clients in litigation related to GST, including tax assessments, penalties, and refund issues.

• Case Preparation and Filing:

• Prepare necessary legal documents, including petitions, appeals, and written submissions.
• File cases with the relevant GST authorities, such as the GST Appellate Tribunal, High Courts, or Supreme Court.

• Representation and Advocacy:

• Represent clients in hearings before the GST authorities or judicial bodies, providing arguments and presenting evidence.

• Appeals Process:

• Handle the appeal process when clients disagree with GST assessments or other decisions made by tax authorities.

• Settlement Negotiations:

• Engage in settlement discussions or negotiations with the tax department to resolve disputes without going to court.

Preferred candidate profile

• Educational Qualifications:

• Law Degree

  (LLB) from a recognized institution.
• Postgraduate qualifications in Taxation or a related field (optional but preferred).
• Additional certifications in

  GST

  or

  Indirect Tax

  (such as CA, CMA, or CS) will be advantageous.

• Experience:

• 510 years

  of experience in handling

  GST litigation

  matters.
• Prior experience in representing clients in

  tax-related litigation

  before authorities, tribunals, or courts.
• Knowledge of

  legal procedures

  related to

  GST disputes

  , including appeal processes, hearings, and settlements.

• Skills:

• Strong legal and analytical skills

  : Ability to interpret complex legal texts, analyze case facts, and build solid arguments for litigation.

• Deep understanding of GST laws

  and their practical application in disputes and litigation.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively present cases and communicate with clients and authorities.

• Negotiation skills

  for settlements and dispute resolution.

• Attention to detail

  in preparing legal documents, notices, and appeals.
• Familiarity with

  case law

  ,

  GST circulars

  , and

  notifications

  related to indirect taxes.

Perks and benefits

• Professionals working in GST litigation roles often receive competitive pay based on experience, with higher salaries for more senior positions such as senior legal consultants or litigation specialists.
• Annual bonuses or performance-linked incentives are common in law firms and corporate tax departments.