Role Overview:

We are seeking a high-performing Assistant Manager to join our Indirect Taxation practice in Mumbai. In this role, you will serve as a key advisor to a diverse portfolio of clients, navigating complex regulatory landscapes to ensure seamless GST compliance and strategic tax efficiency. You will collaborate closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to manage end-to-end tax advisory, audit support, and litigation assistance. By delivering precise technical insights and proactive risk management, you will directly influence our clients' operational stability and financial health, positioning yourself as a trusted partner in their growth journey.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage end-to-end GST compliance processes for a diverse client base to ensure adherence to statutory timelines and minimize exposure to penalties.

- Conduct comprehensive statutory audits and health checks to identify tax leakages and recommend process improvements that enhance operational efficiency.

- Draft and review detailed responses to departmental notices and show-cause notices, providing robust legal arguments to protect client interests during litigation.

- Partner with internal stakeholders and client finance teams to streamline tax accounting practices and ensure accurate reconciliation of books with tax filings.

- Stay abreast of evolving indirect tax legislation and judicial precedents to provide timely, value-added advisory services that support strategic business decisions.

Required Skillset:

- Demonstrated expertise in GST laws, rules, and procedures, with a proven ability to interpret complex tax statutes and apply them to real-world business scenarios.

- Strong analytical mindset for conducting statutory audits and identifying tax optimization opportunities within large, complex datasets.

- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical tax concepts clearly to clients and represent their interests effectively before tax authorities.

- Professional qualification as a Chartered Accountant (CA) with a strong academic track record and a deep understanding of accounting principles.

- Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hybrid work environment in Mumbai, managing multiple client engagements simultaneously while maintaining high standards of accuracy and professional integrity.