Taxation Lead Executive/ Executive

As a Lead Executive / Executive in the Finance & Accounts department specializing in Direct & Indirect Taxation based in Belagavi, Karnataka, you will report to the Tax Head. Your primary responsibility will be to handle various tax functions ensuring effective tax compliances. You are expected to possess a sound working knowledge of Income Tax Law, GST law, and related filings. Your role will involve participating in special tax projects including Tax Due Diligence, TDS Lower deduction Certificates, Monthly Tax updates, and other tax-related projects. Specifically, you will be responsible for the following key areas: GST Laws: - Ensuring statutory compliances by timely filing GST returns (GSTR1, 2 and 3B, 9) and implementing systems to capture GST information accurately. - Reconciling Sales Register & Purchase register with related FS GL. - Coordinating with the finance team on GST compliances. Income Tax: - Preparation and filing of TDS returns. - Coordinating in Tax audit schedules and ITR filings. - Annual Rationalisation of TDS on expenses. - Filing of Form 15CA and Form 15CB. - Advising the finance team on Tax compliances. SEZ Laws: - Handling monthly, half-yearly, and annual filings of units and developers. Other Responsibilities: - Maintaining Tax notice trackers and managing department level work. - Providing clarifications on Tax-related details with statutory auditors. - Engaging in other Tax & SEZ related activities. You should hold a CA (Inter-cleared) qualification with completed CA Articleship or a B.COM / M.COM degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Additionally, you should possess strong understanding of Direct and Indirect Tax Laws such as GST, SEZ, and Direct Tax, keeping yourself updated with the latest changes. Proficiency in Excel spreadsheets and ERP systems is required along with excellent collaboration, verbal and written communication skills. Accuracy, speed, and analytical skills are essential, as well as good communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. You should be able to work independently with minimal supervision. To excel in this role, a learning and positive mindset is crucial, along with cross-functional team collaboration, effective communication, and attention to detail.,