EY - Manager - Indirect Tax

Manager - IDT , Bangalore

The multi-layered indirect tax levied both at the Central and State level in India is extremely complex and dynamic. Further, frequent changes in the legislation/ judicial pronouncements and the proposed change towards Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime make the analysis of a business structure from an indirect tax perspective all the more imperative. We provide assistance in identifying risk areas and sustainable planning opportunities for indirect taxes throughout the tax life cycle, helping clients meet compliance obligations and business goals around the world.

The opportunity

As an indirect tax services professional at Ernst & Young, you will help leading organizations to identify risk areas and sustainable planning opportunities for indirect taxes throughout the tax life cycle. This will involve devising and providing recommendations to address a wide range of issues and problems and helping them to meet their compliance obligations and business goals around the world. We will give you access to the methodologies and tools required and help you to develop the skills you need to be a successful advisor. You will also gain valuable wide-ranging experience across industries and geographies and the support you need to grow and become a leader in the tax profession.

Your key responsibilities

- Understanding of client issues-Ability to discuss basic technical issues, ask appropriate questions and gather relevant information from the client. Develops rapport with the lower levels of client management; responds in a timely manner, displays commitment to outstanding client service.

- Responsible for the complete execution of the assigned engagements -. Analysis & Interpretation of Provisions under the Central Excise Act & Rules framed thereunder, Customs Act & Rules thereunder, Cenvat Credit Rules, Service Tax Statute, Provisions pertaining to VAT, issues relating to Classification and Valuation of Goods under Central Excise and Customs, Issues pertaining to Excise Rules, Modvat/Cenvat Credit Rules and Cenvat Accounting, Indirect Tax Compliances including VAT, Service Tax, STPI (b). Coordination with the department for obtaining approvals, registrations, etc.

- Awareness of services that the practice provides-Builds internal networks to develop understanding of service line offerings and bring potential opportunities to the attention of the team.

- Networking & Identification of opportunities-Begins to identify new opportunities for existing clients and communicates to manager. Networks internally within the peer group and other levels in the firm in order to gain understanding of issues that may impact issues with his clients.

- Effective implementation and review of work programs. Updates the manager proactively on various work related issues.

- Coordinates with the Manager/Senior Executive the planning and management of assignments.

- Provides timely and high-quality services and work products that exceed client expectations.

To qualify for the role you must have:

- Chartered Accountant / LLB

- 3 - 7 years of post-qualification experience in Indirect Tax.

People Responsibilities:

- Display teamwork, integrity and leadership. Work with team members to set goals and responsibilities for specific engagements. Foster teamwork and innovation.

- Drive performance management for self and team.

- Utilize technology & tools to continually learn and innovate, share knowledge with team members and enhance service delivery.

- Understand EY and its service lines. Actively encourage team members to contribute ideas.

- Conduct workshops and technical training sessions for team members. Contribute to the learning & development agenda.

What working at EY offers :

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance. Additionally we offer

- The opportunity to manage a portfolio of talent within a designated service line

- A collaborative environment where everyone works together to create a better working world

- Excellent training and development prospects, both through established programs and on-the-job training

- An excellent team of senior colleagues, dedicated to managing and varying your workload

About EY:

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we'll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.