Job Description

Compliance & Reporting

Oversee preparation and filing of all indirect tax returns (GST, VAT, excise, customs, etc.) in a timely and accurate manner. Ensure appropriate reconciliations between tax returns and financial statements. Manage and review tax data/reporting processes including automation and system integration for tax reporting.

Advisory & Risk Management

Provide subject matter expertise and guidance on indirect tax implications for business transactions, contracts, and new business initiatives. Evaluate and manage tax risks, ensuring controls are in place to minimize exposure. Liaise with external consultants, legal advisors, and regulatory bodies as needed.

Audits & Litigation

Handle indirect tax audits, assessments, and inquiries from tax authorities. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders for submission of documentation and representation. Support legal teams in tax litigation and dispute resolution.

Strategic Initiatives

Monitor changes in indirect tax laws and ensure timely implementation of changes in internal processes. Drive continuous improvement and tax automation initiatives. * Support cross-functional projects with indirect tax insights (e.g., supply chain, ERP implementations, mergers).