3 Customs Law Jobs

The primary focus of this role is to manage all mandatory and statutory compliances, accounting, audit and litigation related to Customs law for imports and exports of goods for Alstom Group in India. S/He works closely with internal business units, stakeholders, service providers and other tax professionals in carrying out his or her responsibilities. Support business by advising on Customs law related aspects so as to achieve business objectives. Identify and evaluate Customs duty related risk. Work out mitigation plans, communicate and implement the same. Identify opportunities for tax savings and work on implementing the same Roles & Responsibilities Good practical and technical knowledge of the Customs law related provisions and procedures Be a single point of contact (SPOC) for all Customs related litigations/ processes with the regulatory authorities Time to time advisory to the business and supply chain teams on customs-related issues and compliance requirements Keep abreast of changes in customs legislation and communicate relevant updates to the organization Collaborate with various departments to integrate customs compliance into business processes Collate data and prepare submissions for customs-related legal disputes, including representing the company in hearings and appeals. Coordinate with Government authorities during customs audits/ investigations, providing necessary documentation and support to resolve inquiries. Monitor, manage and track all litigations and refunds pertaining to Customs and design the strategy to conclude old litigations and obtain refunds Advise and guide the supply chain team and other relevant stakeholders with respect to compliance and documentation for incentives under the Foreign Trade Policy, including but not limited to: RODTEP (Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products) Duty Drawback Advance Licenses EPCG (Export Promotion Capital Goods) Licenses Advising business teams with respect to Project Import Regulations related requirements, compliances and provisions. Ensure smooth closure of Project Import registration. Supporting Tenders and projects from Customs point of view Work closely with the organizations legal, tax and other external consultants. Tax Risk Management, Cash tax management, and MIS related to customs Responsible for SVB filings and compliances, EDD, CVD, SAD and other refunds under Customs Analysing benefits under schemes like AEO, MOOWR for the Company and applying for the same Evaluation the impact of any new FTAs and existing FTAs and advising business Addressing business queries pertaining to HSN classification based on technical details of the products Organisation Reporting Direct Reporting to India Indirect Tax and Customs Head Network & Links Communication & Interfaces: Internal communication within business, Finance, Supply chain team and India tax team External communication with tax consultants, tax authorities, Auditors, customers. Degree of communication: Extensive internal and external communication Key performance Indicators: Meeting the deadlines Timeliness in managing compliances, audits, litigation, refunds Timely closure of Project Imports, Licences etc. Identifying and claiming tax rebates, benefits and/ or incentives Identifying tax risks and devising a mitigation plan Timely advice to the business Business support at tender and project execution stage. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Law, or a related field; MBA or; Chartered Accountant; or Semi-qualified Chartered Accountant or equivalent Experience 8-10 years of total experience in customs; industry in-house tax team experience must Exposure in indirect taxation, Customs, DGFT matters Working knowledge of indirect taxation is preferred Abreast with the recent tax updates.

Responsible for Customs clearance & compliance for all Exports & Re-export of FBUs, Parts & Accessories and filing documents within time at all export locations Responsible for maintaining Export Classification and tariff data base Monitor Customs Exchange rates & planned noting of Shipping Bills Responsible for claiming various rebate/ refund & Export Incentives related to Export & Re-export Handle litigation matter related to Export and represent company at various forums in customs. Ensure to obtain Country of Origin/ GSP certificates Prepare Daily Status Report and periodic MIS reports Retenetion of Export related documents and records as per statute requirement

We are looking to hire a qualified and experienced Chartered Accountant (CA) for our group of companies, who has a specialization in customs, imports, and exports. The ideal candidate will manage end-to-end accounting and compliance, lead the accounts team, and act as a bridge between internal finance functions and external regulatory bodies. This role is ideal for a CA who has in-depth expertise in international trade regulations, customs procedures, and foreign transaction accounting, along with strong leadership capabilities. Key Responsibilities: Oversee and manage accounting for all group companies Ensure end-to-end compliance with GST, TDS, Income Tax, and Companies Act Handle import/export accounting, including customs documentation, duty structures, Bill of Entry, and foreign remittance compliance Monitor and implement changes related to government regulations, especially those affecting international trade Train and support the internal accounts team with process updates and compliance requirements Coordinate with customs authorities, DGFT, freight forwarders, and consultants Lead audits, financial reporting, and support in budgeting and MIS. Required Qualifications: Chartered Accountant (CA) Minimum 3-5 years of experience, with proven specialization in customs, imports, and exports Excellent knowledge of FEMA, FTP, and international taxation basics Familiarity with documentation for EPCG, Advance Authorisation, and SEZ (if applicable) Strong communication, leadership, and mentoring skills Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office.