Bhuta Shah & Co LLP - Manager/Senior Manager - Indirect Tax/GST & Litigation

• Job Title: Senior Manager - Indirect Tax (GST & Litigation)
• Location: Kolkata
• Experience: 5+ Years
• Preferred Background: Consulting / CA Firm / Advisory Firm
• Role Overview:

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Manager - Indirect Tax to lead GST advisory, litigation, assessments, and compliance engagements. The ideal candidate should have a strong consulting background and hands-on experience in handling complex GST matters, departmental audits, and appellate proceedings.

Key Responsibilities:

GST Litigation & Representation:

• Manage end-to-end GST litigation matters including show cause notices, adjudication, and appeals.
• Draft replies, submissions, grounds of appeal, and written arguments.
• Represent clients before GST authorities and appellate forums.
• Develop litigation strategy and risk mitigation plans.

Assessments & Departmental Audits:

• Handle GST assessments, scrutiny proceedings, and departmental audits.
• Manage investigations, summons, and reconciliation matters.
• Prepare detailed documentation and coordinate with clients for data review.
• Ensure effective closure of assessment proceedings.

GST Compliance & Advisory:

• Oversee GST return filing, reconciliations, and compliance reviews.
• Advise clients on GST implications, classification, valuation, and input tax credit issues.
• Conduct GST health checks and compliance audits.
• Assist in GST registrations, amendments, and refund processes.

Client Management & Leadership:

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Lead and mentor a team of associates and managers.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams on tax matters.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) preferred.
• 5+ years of post-qualification experience in Indirect Tax.
• Prior experience in a consulting firm strongly preferred.
• Proven experience in handling GST litigation and assessments.

Key Skills:

• Strong knowledge of GST laws and procedures.
• Excellent drafting and analytical skills.
• Strong representation and negotiation abilities.
• Leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements under deadlines.