Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Indirect Taxation professional to join our Mumbai team. This role will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients, ensuring their compliance with indirect tax regulations, handling litigation matters, and providing strategic advice on indirect tax optimization. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, excellent client management skills, and proven leadership abilities to guide and mentor a team of tax professionals. This role directly impacts client satisfaction, regulatory compliance, and the overall efficiency of our indirect tax practice.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage a diverse portfolio of clients, understanding their business operations and providing tailored indirect tax solutions.

- Ensure timely and accurate filing of GST returns, customs declarations, and other indirect tax compliance requirements for clients.

- Represent clients in indirect tax litigation matters, including appeals, audits, and assessments before tax authorities.

- Provide strategic advice to clients on indirect tax planning, optimization, and risk mitigation strategies.

- Lead and mentor a team of indirect tax professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

- Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as a trusted advisor and point of contact for all indirect tax matters.

- Stay abreast of changes in indirect tax laws and regulations, and communicate these updates to clients and the internal team.

- Conduct internal training sessions to enhance the knowledge and skills of the indirect tax team.

- Identify opportunities to improve internal processes and procedures related to indirect tax compliance and advisory services.

Required Skillset:

- Demonstrated expertise in Indian indirect tax laws, including GST, customs, and excise duty.

- Proven ability to manage client relationships and provide exceptional client service.

- Strong litigation skills, including experience in representing clients before tax authorities and appellate tribunals.

- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to lead and motivate a team of tax professionals.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification.

- Minimum of 8-14 years of relevant experience in indirect taxation.