MCJC - Senior Role - Indirect Taxation - CA

Position Title: GST & Indirect Tax Senior

Location: Defence Colony, New Delhi

Company: M.C. Jain & Co.

Job Type: Full-time

Working Days: Monday to Saturday

Working Hours: 10 AM to 7 PM

About Us: MC Jain & Co. is a well-established Chartered Accountancy firm with over 65 years of experience in providing comprehensive financial and advisory services. Our commitment to integrity, excellence, and satisfaction has positioned us as a trusted partner in the industry.

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced GST & Indirect Taxes Manager with 2-3 years of post-qualification experience, as a Chartered Accountant (CA). The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing GST compliance, indirect tax advisory, and ensuring the effective implementation of indirect tax strategies within the firm. This position requires a deep understanding of GST laws and indirect tax provisions, along with the ability to handle complex tax issues in a dynamic business environment.

Key Responsibilities:

GST Compliance & Filings:

- Oversee the accurate and timely filing of GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, etc.) and ensure full compliance with GST regulations.

- Manage and review the reconciliation of GST payable and GST input credit on a monthly and quarterly basis.

- Assist in ensuring compliance with other indirect taxes, including VAT, Service Tax, and Excise, as applicable.

Customs & Excise Compliance:

- Ensure compliance with customs laws, including classification of goods, customs duties, and clearance procedures.

- Review and manage the customs documentation process, ensuring accuracy and timely filing of customs returns.

- Oversee excise duty compliance for manufacturing and distribution processes.

- Liaise with customs authorities and resolve issues related to customs assessments, audits, and disputes.

Indirect Tax Advisory:

- Provide expert advice on GST, customs, excise, and other indirect tax issues, including but not limited to, input tax credit claims, taxability of transactions, exemptions, and valuation of goods and services.

- Review and analyse contracts, transactions, and supply chains to ensure proper indirect tax treatment.

- Advise the business on GST, customs, and excise impact for new business initiatives, product launches, or changes in operations.

Tax Planning & Strategy:

- Develop tax-efficient strategies for the business, optimizing GST input credits and managing customs/excise risks.

- Assist with the implementation of tax-efficient supply chain structures, including customs duty exemptions and incentives.

- Proactively monitor and assess the implications of changes in GST, customs, excise laws, and regulations on the business.

Internal Controls & Audit:

- Assist in internal and external audits related to indirect taxes, including responding to audit queries and ensuring timely resolution.

- Perform internal assessments to ensure that GST, customs, and excise processes are compliant with legal requirements.

- Ensure appropriate documentation and record-keeping as per GST, customs, and excise regulations.

- GST, Customs & Excise Litigation & Dispute Management:

- Support in managing any disputes or litigation related to indirect taxes, including representation before tax authorities, tribunals, or courts.

- Coordinate with legal teams and external consultants for efficient resolution of any tax disputes.

Reporting & Documentation:

- Prepare regular reports for senior management on GST, customs, excise liabilities, tax risks, and opportunities.

- Ensure accurate and comprehensive documentation for all indirect tax filings, claims, and reconciliations.

- Assist in preparing quarterly and annual tax reports for stakeholders.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

- Work closely with the finance, legal, procurement, and operations teams to ensure compliance and effective handling of indirect tax matters.

- Provide training to internal teams on GST, customs, and excise-related processes and best practices.

Continuous Improvement:

- Stay up-to-date with changes in GST, customs, excise, and other indirect tax laws and communicate their impact to the business.

- Propose improvements in systems and processes to ensure smooth and efficient tax compliance.

- Automate and streamline tax reporting and compliance workflows where Education: Chartered Accountant (CA) with 2-3 years of post-qualification experience in managing GST, customs, excise, and indirect taxes.

- Experience: 2-3 years of relevant experience in GST, customs, excise, and indirect tax compliance, advisory, and planning, preferably with a tax consulting firm.

Skills:

- In-depth knowledge of GST provisions, indirect tax laws, and regulatory compliance.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Tally, etc.).

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle complex tax issues.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with internal stakeholders and tax authorities.

Working Conditions:

- Location: Defence Colony, New Delhi

- Office-based with occasional travel required.

- Flexibility in working hours to meet tax deadlines during peak periods.