Manager - Indirect Taxation - Manufacturing - CA (2-4 yrs)

Manager Indirect Taxation (Manufacturing MNC)

The role holder is responsible for ensuring the timely finalization of provisional assessments for domestic and export clearances of copper products, managing job-work compliance, redemption of EPCG licenses, ITC reconciliation, and handling audits under Excise and GST Acts.

Key Challenges:

- Securing final assessment orders from GST officials promptly, especially when the GSTN system lacks necessary support.

- Ensuring timely finalization of shipping bills with Customs authorities for export shipments.

Key Responsibilities:

Planning:

- Optimize the use of GST provisions to minimize duty outflows.

Operational Excellence:

- Obtain final assessment orders from GST authorities within stipulated timelines.

- Ensure timely submission of job work returns.

- Perform ITC reconciliation accurately and promptly.

- Finalize shipping bills without delays.

- File post-export documents with GST authorities within deadlines.

- Submit audit records and reports on time.

- Manage sales return processes and formalities efficiently.

Compliance:

- Ensure adherence to GST statutes, rules, provisions, and notifications.

- Maintain compliance with the Integrated Management System (IMS), health and safety norms, environmental guidelines, and security protocols.

Customer-Centricity:

- Provide accurate and timely updates on GST compliance status to relevant stakeholders.

Sustainability and Process Improvement:

- Enhance workflows to improve efficiency and expedite processes.

- Leverage automated platforms for record-keeping and reporting to maintain accuracy.

Technical Competencies:

- Strong understanding of indirect taxation laws, including recent updates and international applicability.

- Proficiency in accounting standards and technical processes related to the industry.

Key Relationships:

Internal Stakeholders:

- Collaborate with the F&A team for ITC reconciliation and payment processing.

- Work with the IT team to implement system changes, address discrepancies, and finalize reports.

- Coordinate with the Marketing team to obtain provisional and final pricing, e-BRCs, and commercial invoices.

External Stakeholders:

- Engage with GST authorities to secure final assessment orders and manage compliance correspondence.

- Interact with DGFT regional offices to obtain Export Obligation Discharge Certificates (EODCs).

- Liaise with CHAs for shipping bill finalization.

- Consult legal advisors to address statutory and legal provisions.

Expected Outcomes:

- Achieve timely and accurate completion of all statutory and compliance-related tasks.

- Streamline operations to improve efficiency and reduce turnaround times.

- Build and sustain a motivated team focused on delivering high-quality results.

- Enhance workflows through continuous process improvement and automation.

- This role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong technical knowledge, effective leadership abilities, and the capability to handle complex compliance-related challenges.

Qualification And Experience:

1. CA or CWA or MBA or LLB with 2-4 Years of Experience in Indirect Taxes and must possess ability to monitor tax legislative changes and communicate effectively any changes that impact the company.

2. Experience with indirect tax processes in multinational companies

3. Ability to translate indirect tax rules into business requirements and pinpoint indirect tax relevant impact of business decisions

4. SAP experience is desirable

5. Ability to build relationships with customers/stakeholders in a multi-national environment

6. Clear communication skills

7. Analytical thinker

Remuneration:

An outstanding remuneration package that rewards professionalism and diligence will be on offer for the successful applicant as well as a well-defined career path. An excellent package will be on offer for the right candidate, including an above industry base salary for the right person as well as the most complete employee benefit scheme. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join the market leader.