General Manager - Indirect Taxation - CA/LLB

Job Details:

Job Title: General Manager - Indirect Tax

Location: Pune, Maharashtra

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Indirect Tax person 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.

- Excellent in navigating 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.

- Should have experience in managing Excise, Sales Tax and VAT related matters of erstwhile regime and have knowledge of handling 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 and desired Skills:

- CA and/or LLB with 15+ 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.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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