Role OverviewWe are looking for a dynamic and technically strong Indirect Tax professional to lead the IDT function. This role combines compliance oversight, advisory, litigation, client management, and team leadership, along with a focus on practice development and growth.
Key Responsibilities1. Compliance Management & Review
- Oversee end-to-end GST compliance including GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, and GSTR-9C
- Review GST workings, reconciliations (books vs returns), and ensure accuracy
- Handle GST registrations, amendments, LUT filings, and refunds
- Conduct periodic GST health checks and compliance audits
- Set up and improve internal compliance processes and SOPs for clients
2. Advisory & Consulting
- Provide advisory on GST, Customs, and FTP matters
- Handle classification, valuation, and structuring issues
- Assist clients with transaction advisory and tax optimization
3. Litigation & Representation
- Draft replies to notices, SCNs, and departmental queries
- Handle GST audits, investigations, and assessments
- Represent clients before GST authorities and appellate forums
4. Client Management
- Independently manage and grow client relationships
- Act as SPOC for key IDT clients
- Identify cross-selling opportunities (VCFO, Audit, Direct Tax, etc.)
5. Team Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and review work of team members
- Ensure quality control and timely delivery
- Conduct internal training on GST updates and practical issues
6. Practice Development
- Support business development and proposal pitching
- Build industry-focused IDT capabilities
- Contribute to thought leadership (articles, seminars, client updates)
Qualifications & Experience- Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory
- Around 10 years of experience in Indirect Tax (GST)
- Experience in CA firms / consulting firms is highly preferred
- Strong exposure to compliance + advisory + litigation
- Individual CA practitioners / proprietors looking for merger or association are also encouraged to apply
Key Skills- Strong command over GST compliance and reconciliations
- Sound knowledge of litigation and advisory
- Drafting and analytical skills
- Client handling and leadership ability
- Commercial and growth-oriented mindset
Ideal Fit- Currently at Manager / Senior Manager level looking to step into leadership
- Strong in compliance + review + client handling
- Hands-on and execution-driven with leadership capability
What We Offer- Fast-track growth to Partner-level role
- Opportunity to lead and scale IDT practice
- Performance-linked incentives / profit-sharing
- Entrepreneurial work environment
