Indirect Tax Specialist

Job Summary:

Role & responsibilities:

Compliance & Reporting

• Oversee preparation and filing of all indirect tax returns (GST, VAT, excise, customs, etc.) in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensure appropriate reconciliations between tax returns and financial statements.
• Manage and review tax data/reporting processes including automation and system integration for tax reporting.

Advisory & Risk Management

• Provide subject matter expertise and guidance on indirect tax implications for business transactions, contracts, and new business initiatives.
• Evaluate and manage tax risks, ensuring controls are in place to minimize exposure.
• Liaise with external consultants, legal advisors, and regulatory bodies as needed.

Audits & Litigation

• Handle indirect tax audits, assessments, and inquiries from tax authorities.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders for submission of documentation and representation.
• Support legal teams in tax litigation and dispute resolution.

Strategic Initiatives

• Monitor changes in indirect tax laws and ensure timely implementation of changes in internal processes.
• Drive continuous improvement and tax automation initiatives.
• Support cross-functional projects with indirect tax insights (e.g., supply chain, ERP implementations, mergers).

Qualifications & Experience:

• MBA, Inter CA or equivalent professional qualification is mandatory.
• 7 - 10 years of experience in indirect taxation
• Strong knowledge of Indian GST laws (or country-specific VAT laws if for other regions).
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) is preferred.
• Exposure to international indirect tax frameworks is a plus for global companies