Assistant Manager - GST

About Godrej Industries Group

At the Godrej Industries Group, we are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services and chemicals industries.

www.godrejindustries.com

About Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL)

Godrej Consumer Products is a leading emerging markets company. As part of the over 125-year young Godrej Group, we are fortunate to have a proud legacy built on the strong values of trust, integrity and respect for others. At the same time, we are growing fast and have exciting, ambitious aspirations.

Today, our Group enjoys the patronage of 1.2 billion consumers globally, across different businesses. We rank among the largest Household Insecticide and Hair Care players in emerging markets. In Household Insecticides, we are the leader in India, the second largest player in Indonesia and are expanding our footprint in Africa. We are the leader in serving the Hair Care needs of women of African descent, the number one player in Hair Colour in India and Sub-Saharan Africa, and among the leading players in Latin America. We rank number two in Soaps in India and are the number one player in Air Fresheners and Wet Tissues in Indonesia.

Innovation is a key driver of our strategy, and we are constantly looking to delight our consumers with exciting, superior quality products at affordable prices. We were the highest ranked Indian company on Forbes list of The World's 100 Most Innovative Growth Companies 2015, for the second year in a row.

Key Responsibilities:

GST Compliances -

• Ensure timely and accurate filing of monthly and annual GST returns like GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, GSTR-9C
• Undertake monthly GST reconciliation between Inward Register and 2B to identify mismatches with vendor reporting, follow-up with internal stakeholders to undertake corrective actions and ensure accurate ITC claims within statutory timelines.
• Undertake 3 way reconciliation for Outward Supply (Invoice vs Eway Bill vs IRN)
• Computation of exempt supply reversals and monthly GST liability.
• Reconciling GST balances on GST portal with Accounting Books and passing necessary entries.
• Passing monthly GST set-off and ITC reversal entries.
• Audit support
• Reconciliation of revenues between Financial Statements and GST Returns for Annual Compliances.
• Providing Inward / Outward Register, backup GST working, Vendor GST reconciliations, Invoices and related data support for GST audits.
• Prepare and maintain GST-related documentation, records, and registers for the purpose of GST refunds.
• Liaison with manufacturing units and regional offices for GST matters.
• Strategic initiatives
• Reconciling ISD vendor invoices with GSTR-6A, Computing ISD distribution and timely filing monthly of GSTR-6.
• Identifying common costs incurred at Head Office and cross charging the same across various GST registrations.
• Drive automation projects with respect to process improvements like Vendor reconciliations, ISD distribution and Outward supply reconciliation and implementation of GST software/ tools.
• Handle matters related to accumulation and liquidation of Input Tax Credit (ITC), including preparing refund applications.
• Provide support in diagnostic reviews of GST compliance, identifying potential issues, gaps, and opportunities for improvement in existing GST processes and documentation.

Education and Experience: Qualified CA with relevant experience in managing GST compliances; preferably having industry experience in FMCG/ pharma.

Skills:

• Hands-on experience with GST return filings, reconciliations, and audit notices.
• Proficiency in excel.
• Exposure related to GST software (DigiGST) and SAP.

Work Experience

2-4 years

Benefits

Be an equal parent

Childcare benefits for the birthing parent, commissioning parent (in case of surrogacy) or adoptive parent, and their partners

• 6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible work options on return for primary caregivers
• 2 months paid leave for secondary caregivers
• Caregiver travel for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel

Coverage for childbirth and fertility treatment

No place for discrimination at Godrej

Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy

Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses

Coverage for gender reassignment surgery and hormone replacement therapy

Community partnerships and advocacy

Persons with Disability (PwD) care

We are selfish about your wellness

Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options

Elder care for those who might need to extend support to senior family members

Preventative healthcare support

Outpatient Department (OPD) coverage, including vaccinations, dental, vision, etc.

Uncapped sick leave

Flexible work options, including remote working and part-time work

Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling

Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way

Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievements

Digital and offline instant recognition platforms.

An inclusive Godrej

Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And it has been over a century. It's not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you.

We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognise merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members.

If this sounds like a role for you, apply now!

We look forward to meeting you.