Tax Specialist

Department: Finance C Account - Taxation

Experience: 4+ years of relevant experience in Direct tax and GST

Job Purpose:

We are looking for a seasoned and highly knowledgeable Direct tax and GST professional to lead and manage the organizations end-to-end Tax compliance, knowledge in export- related refunds, audit, litigation, Return filing, Compliance, Documentation and risk management processes. The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert Direct Tax and GST regime in India, with a strong grasp of evolving Tax Act and rules, jurisprudence, and sector-specific implications.

Key Responsibilities:

1.Direct Tax and GST Compliance s Return Filing

Manage monthly/quarterly GST return filing including GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9/9C and GSTR-2A/2B reconciliation.

Review books of accounts to ensure accurate classification of GST liabilities and Input Tax Credit (ITC).

Lead data validation and reconciliation between books, SAP, and GSTN portal.

Filing TDS return / Company Return / Tax Authorities queries/ Tax Audit

2.Input Tax Credit (ITC) Management

Optimize and track eligible ITC while ensuring compliance with Section 16 and Rule 36(4) of the CGST Rules.

Conduct regular 2A/2B reconciliation and vendor follow-ups for timely invoice uploading.

Handle blocked credits, ineligible ITC, and RCM-related compliance.

3.GST Audit s Annual Filings

Lead annual return (GSTR-G) and reconciliation statement (GSTR-GC) preparation and filing.

Handle statutory GST audits, internal audits, and support statutory auditors with all indirect tax-related disclosures.

4.Litigation, Notices s Assessments

Draft responses to Show Cause Notices (SCNs), scrutiny notices, and audit observations issued by tax authorities.

Prepare documentation for Direct Tax / TP / GST assessments, appeals, and tribunal matters.

Coordinate with legal counsel and external tax advisors in case of litigation.

5.Advisory s Strategic Support

Advise business units on transaction structuring, cross-border GST implications, e-invoicing, RCM, and other indirect tax matters.

Analyze new circulars, notifications, advance rulings, and legal precedents to assess impact on business.

Review contracts and purchase orders for GST clause compliance and taxation optimization.

6.ERP s Process Automation

Collaborate with IT, Customer Service, Sales and finance teams to integrate GST functionalities into ERP systems (SAP).

Develop and implement SOPs for GST compliance across locations/business units. Ensure proper e-invoice generation, e-way bill compliance, and reporting.

7.GST Refund Management (Exports)

End-to-end handling of GST refunds under:

oExport of goods/services with payment of IGST (Rule 96)

oExport under LUT without payment of IGST (Rule 89)

oSupplies to SEZ units/developers (with and without payment of tax)

oDeemed exports (e.g., supplies against Advance Authorization or EPCG)

oInverted Duty Structure refunds

Prepare, review, and file refund applications on GSTN portal with required supporting documents (shipping bills, LUTs, FIRC/BRC, invoices, etc.)

Perform comprehensive reconciliation of export data between:

oGSTR-1, GSTR-3B, and ICEGATE/Customs data

oBank realization certificates (BRC/FIRC) and shipping bills

oERP export invoices and returns filed

Ensure timely tracking, follow-up, and resolution of refund claims including dealing with:

oDeficiency Memos

oRejection Orders

oRectifications and re-filing, if required

Required Skills Qualifications:

Education: CA (Inter) / MBA Finance / M.Com or equivalent (specialization in taxation preferred)

Experience: Minimum 4 years in Direct Tax and and indirect tax domain (preferably in large corporates or consulting firms)

Proficient in ERP systems (SAP), GSTN Portal, e-invoice systems, and Excel (pivot, XLOOKUP)

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills