General Manager - Indirect Taxation - CA

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Indirect Tax professional to lead the indirect tax function, providing strategic guidance and oversight on all indirect tax matters, including GST, Customs, Excise, Sales Tax, VAT, Foreign Trade Policy (FTP), and other indirect taxes. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Indian tax laws and regulations, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record of driving business growth through tax optimization.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement indirect tax strategies to minimize tax liabilities and ensure compliance with Indian tax laws.

- Lead a team of tax professionals to ensure timely and accurate compliance with indirect tax regulations including GST, Customs, Excise, Sales Tax, VAT, and FTP.

- Navigate complex data submissions to the department during audits, assessments, and litigation for ensuring favourable and impactful results.

- Provide guidance and advisory on indirect tax matters to business stakeholders, including impact of GST or any other indirect tax implications on business operations and proposed transactions.

- Manage Excise, Sales Tax, and VAT related matters of the erstwhile regime and handle customs and FTP related matters.

- Identify and mitigate indirect tax risks and develop contingency plans.

- Collaborate with business teams to identify and implement tax-efficient structures for business transactions.

- Monitor and report on indirect tax developments and their impact on the business.

- Represent the company in tax audits, investigations, and litigation.

Requirements:

- CA and/or LLB with 10+ years of experience in indirect taxation.

- Strong understanding of Indian tax laws and regulations, including GST, Customs, Excise, Sales Tax, VAT, and FTP.

- Excellent leadership and communication skills.

- Proven track record of driving business growth through tax optimization.

- Experience in managing a team of tax professionals.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

- Experience in ERP, SAP, and other tax software and systems.

- Experience managing 100Cr+ litigations.

- 1st Attempt CA only. Diversity only.