Taxation Manager

• Preparation and timely filing of GST, and other statutory returns (monthly/quarterly/annually)
• Accurate computation of monthly/quarterly/annual tax liabilities
• Verification of ledgers, invoices, and tax entries in the accounting system

B. Notices, Litigation & Show Cause Notices

• Review, analyse, and interpret notices, demand orders, and show-cause notices issued under GST, VAT or other applicable tax laws.
• Draft professional replies with proper supporting data, legal provisions, and justification.
• Maintain a complete tracker for submissions, deadlines, hearings, and case status.

C. Practical Exposure in Legal Appeal (litigation)

• Attend court hearings, tribunal proceedings, and departmental hearings (as authorised) related to tax matters.
• Coordinate with legal counsels, tax consultants, advocates, and external advisers for preparing case files, documentation, and hearing briefs.
• Support the organisation in arbitration proceedings where taxation or financial disputes are involved.
• Assist in preparing affidavits, statements, replies, and legal documentation as per counsels requirement.
• Ensure timely follow-up on hearing dates, orders, and compliance directions issued by authorities.

D. Audit, Assessments & Departmental Proceedings

• Provide end-to-end support for GST audits, VAT, ST, departmental inspections, and other assessments.
• Collate, verify, and present relevant data during audits and hearings.
• Address audit observations and ensure timely closure of queries.
• Participate in hearings before tax officers along with senior management or authorised representatives.

E. Tax Documentation & Record Management

• Maintain updated records of returns, reports, challans, notices, replies, case files, and assessment orders.
• Ensure both digital and physical tax archives are complete, accurate, and audit-ready.
• Track legal documents, pending cases, refund applications, and compliance registers.

F. Data Collection & Inter-Department Coordination

• Collect required data from Accounts, Procurement, HR, Sales, Projects, Legal and Operations teams for filing, audit or notice replies.
• Validate data accuracy and ensure alignment with tax and legal requirements.
• Prepare MIS reports on compliance status, notices, case progress, and statutory deadlines.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• In-depth understanding of GST, Tax litigation, and assessment procedures.
• Practical exposure to court visits, tribunal hearings, arbitration, and legal documentation.
• Strong analytical and drafting skills for notices, replies, and submissions.
• Proficiency with MS Excel, GST portal, and accounting ERPs.
• Excellent coordination skills for working with internal teams and external counsels.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage multiple deadlines.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

• Qualification: B. Com / M. Com / MBA (Finance) / CA Inter / CMA Inter or equivalent.
• Experience: 10+ years in taxation, compliance, audits, notices handling, and basic legal coordination.
• Exposure to tribunal hearings, legal drafting, and arbitration support will be an added advantage.

KEY DELIVERABLES

• Zero non-compliance and timely tax return filing.
• Accurate drafting and timely submission of replies to notices/SCNs.
• Well-managed assessment, audit and legal case files.
• Effective coordination with legal counsels and statutory authorities.
• Proper documentation and timely escalation of risk areas.

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