Manager - Goods & Services Tax - CA/CPA

Job Title: Manager - Taxation

Location: Gurgaon, Haryana

Experience Required: 4+ Years

Qualification: CA - Completed (Mandatory)

Objectives of this role:

- Managing and overseeing the filing of regular tax returns, including income tax, GST and other direct or indirect taxes.

- Collaborating with finance and accounting teams to ensure our tax strategies and policies are implemented accurately per national tax compliances.

- Identifying, tracking and reporting any potential financial risks or issues and working closely with the accounting teams to implement appropriate solutions.

Your tasks:

- Conduct a thorough analysis of taxes to provide expert advice on tax planning and optimisation opportunities to ensure compliance with local regulations.

- Coordinate and manage tax audits, inquiries and notices from tax authorities.

- Maintain documentation and records related to tax filings, provisions and other tax-related activities.

- Collaborate with other departments and teams, such as finance, legal and operations, to ensure alignment and coordination on tax matters.

- Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on financial issues, including tax implications of business decisions and transactions.

- Stay updated with changes in tax laws and regulations in India and proactively identify potential risks or opportunities for the organisation.

- Foster a culture of tax compliance and awareness throughout the organisation, providing training and support as needed.

Required skills and qualifications:

- A bachelor's degree in commerce, accounting, taxation or a related field.

- Professional qualification of Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in tax management, preferably in a corporate or public accounting environment.

- Strong understanding of tax planning strategies and experience in managing indirect taxes, including Goods and Services Tax (GST).

- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.

Preferred skills and qualifications

- Knowledge of Tally, QuickBooks, or related tax management software.

- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

- Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) software like SAP or Oracle.