Manager - Indirect Taxation - Manufacturing Firm - CA (8-12 yrs)

Position Title : Manager - Indirect Tax

Experience : 8+ years in Indirect Tax

Qualification : Chartered Accountant (CA)

Location : Bengaluru

Reports To : CFO

Position Overview :

We are looking for a Manager - Indirect Tax with strong expertise in GST, Customs, Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), Advance Authorization, and Export Oriented Unit (EOU) management. The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Accountant (CA) with over 8 years of experience in managing indirect tax functions. This role will involve overseeing indirect tax compliance, planning, audits, and advisory, aligning tax functions with business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Indirect Tax Compliance and Reporting:

- Ensure timely filing and reconciliation of GST returns (monthly, quarterly, and annual).

- Stay updated on GST laws and provide guidance on their impact on operations.

2. EOU and Export Compliance:

- Oversee EOU compliance and Advance Authorization schemes for export businesses.

- Ensure compliance with Customs regulations and manage duty-free import schemes.

3. Customs and FTA Compliance:

- Monitor customs duties and ensure FTA compliance to optimize tax benefits.

- Advise on duty exemptions and preferential duty rates.

4. GST Advisory and Planning:

- Provide strategic GST planning advice and optimize input tax credit (ITC).

- Assist in GST audits and ensure compliance with all requirements.

5. Advance Authorization and Norms Fixation:

- Manage Advance Authorization licenses for export and duty-free imports.

- Work with regulatory bodies for norms fixation and approvals.

6. Documentation and Reporting:

- Ensure proper documentation and track GST return reconciliations with books of accounts.

- Prepare regular management reports on tax compliance and risks.

7. Indirect Tax Audits and Disputes:

- Lead GST audits, manage queries from tax authorities, and represent the company in tax disputes.

- Develop strategies for tax litigation and dispute resolution.

8. Team Leadership and Coordination:

- Lead and mentor a team of indirect tax professionals.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (finance, procurement, legal) for tax compliance.

- Provide training on GST, customs, and indirect tax matters.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

- Educational Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA).

- Experience: 8+ years in Indirect Tax, with expertise in GST, Customs, FTAs, Advance Authorization, and EOU management.

- SAP Knowledge: Proficiency in SAP for GST compliance and reconciliation.

- Reconciliation Skills: Experience in reconciling GST returns with books of accounts.

- Customs Expertise: Strong knowledge of customs duties, import/export regulations, and duty exemptions.

- Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills for collaboration and reporting.

- Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze and resolve complex indirect tax issues.

Personal Attributes:

- Strong leadership and team management skills.

- Proactive and solution-oriented with the ability to navigate complex tax matters.

- High integrity with a focus on compliance and risk management.

- Ability to align tax strategies with business objectives.