Senior Associate

About Aurtus Consulting LLP

Aurtus is a full-service tax, transaction and regulatory advisory firm that provides practical, well-researched solutions to complex tax, transaction, and regulatory challenges for Indian and multinational clients. The firm combines deep technical expertise with a commercially focused, risk-balanced approach.

With a team of 75+ professionals across offices in Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Ahmedabad and GIFT City, Aurtus delivers partner-led, hands-on advice along with end-to-end implementation support. Its professionals include Chartered Accountants and law graduates, many with prior large firm experience, enabling the firm to offer specialised and bespoke solutions.

Aurtus serves a diverse client base comprising corporates, multinational companies, private equity and venture capital funds, start-ups, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals. Its core practice areas include corporate and international tax, indirect tax, transaction advisory, transfer pricing, financial services, dispute resolution, and regulatory matters. One of Aurtus unique offerings is advising reputed families in succession planning, family arrangements, GIFT city structures, overseas migration, etc.

The firm has been recognised as the Best Newcomer Tax Firm in Asia by International Tax Review & it's Founder & CEO, Mr. Vishal Gada, regularly features in the International Tax Review (ITR) list of top tax advisors in India. Reflecting our strong people-centric culture, Aurtus has recently been certified as a Great Place To Work®.

Job Title: Senior Associate

Department: Indirect Taxes

Role Overview

• The Indirect Tax practice at Aurtus advises corporates, MNCs, PE/VC-backed businesses, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals on the full spectrum of GST, Customs, and Foreign Trade Policy matters.
• The Senior Associate will work closely with Partners and Directors on advisory, compliance, litigation, and due diligence engagements across diverse sectors.
• This role offers meaningful client-facing exposure and the opportunity to take ownership of deliverables in a partner-led, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising clients on GST structuring, ITC optimisation, and various other aspects of indirect taxes across sectors, including manufacturing, services, real estate, infrastructure, and e-commerce
• Drafting opinions, advisory notes, and client-ready deliverables on complex indirect tax matters
• Handling GST compliances, including monthly/quarterly returns, annual returns (GSTR-9/9C), reconciliations, and ITC analysis
• Drafting and assisting in litigation, which includes replies to show cause notices, appeals, written submissions, and personal hearings before GST/Customs authorities and appellate forums
• Assisting in GST/indirect tax due diligence and health checks for M&A transactions
• Research and tracking of legislative changes, rulings, circulars, and judicial precedents relevant to client mandates
• Assisting with refund applications and advance ruling matters
• Representing or assisting in representation before GST/Customs authorities

Qualifications & Experience

• Must be a Chartered Accountant
• 2 to 4 years of post-qualification experience in Indirect Taxes (GST/Customs/FTP), preferably in a professional services firm or Big 4

What We Offer

• Work on marquee advisory, compliance and litigation mandates across diverse sectors.
• Collaborative, learning-focused environment with mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Strong career progression in a fast-growing advisory platform.
• Competitive compensation and performance-linked growth.

Ideal Candidate Traits

• In-depth knowledge of GST law and procedures; familiarity with Customs/FTP is a plus
• Research-driven mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to draft clear, well-structured opinions and client communications
• High sense of ownership, responsiveness, and ability to thrive in fast-paced client engagements.
• Team player with strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel); familiarity with GST portal, tax research tools, and AI tools preferred