ONLY CA

Role Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned Indirect Tax leader to join our rapidly scaling EV manufacturing firm in Bangalore. In this pivotal role, you will serve as the primary architect of our indirect tax strategy, ensuring seamless compliance across the complex regulatory landscape of the electric vehicle industry. You will work closely with the CFO, supply chain leadership, and external consultants to navigate GST, customs, and evolving EV-specific incentives. By proactively managing tax risks and optimizing our fiscal framework, you will directly influence the company's bottom line and support our mission to accelerate sustainable mobility through robust financial governance.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead the end-to-end indirect tax compliance framework, including GST and Customs, to ensure 100% adherence to statutory requirements for our manufacturing operations.

- Partner with the supply chain and procurement teams to optimize tax structures on imported components and local sourcing, directly impacting the landed cost of our EV products.

- Manage all regulatory audits and litigation matters, representing the firm before tax authorities to protect the organization's interests and minimize financial exposure.

- Drive the implementation of automated tax compliance tools to enhance operational efficiency and reduce manual errors in high-volume manufacturing transactions.

- Advise senior leadership on the fiscal implications of government policies, PLI schemes, and state-level EV subsidies to facilitate informed strategic decision-making.

Required Skillset:

- Demonstrated expertise in managing complex GST and Customs litigation, with a proven ability to interpret and apply evolving tax laws to manufacturing business models.

- Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate complex regulatory jargon into actionable insights for non-finance leadership teams.

- Strong analytical mindset, capable of identifying tax-saving opportunities within the supply chain without compromising on regulatory integrity.

- Professional qualification as a Chartered Accountant (CA) or an MBA from a premier institute, reflecting a strong foundation in corporate finance and taxation.

- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, on-site manufacturing environment, demonstrating agility in responding to the dynamic regulatory shifts inherent in the EV sector.

- Proven track record of leading high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability, and maintaining clear communication across cross-functional departments.

- Minimum 5 to 13 years of progressive experience in Indirect Taxation and Regulatory Compliance, ideally within the automotive, manufacturing, or heavy engineering sectors.

Mandatory Key skills

- Customs Compliance

- Foreign Trade Policy (FTP)

- Trade Compliance

- EPCG

- Advance Authorization

- RoDTEP

- Customs Classification & Valuation

- Duty Optimization

- Government Liaison