Haldiram's - Senior Manager/Manager - Indirect Taxation - CA

Job Title: Manager / Senior Manager Indirect Taxation
Location: Nagpur
Reporting to: VP- Commercial, Taxation & Corporate Affairs
Experience Required: 7 to 9 years
Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA)

Role Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Manager / Senior Manager Indirect Taxation. This role will primarily focus on managing GST compliances, litigation, handling GST notices, working closely with consultants and authorities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end GST compliance including timely and accurate filing of GST returns (GSTR-1, 3B, 9, 9C, etc.)
- Manage GST audits, assessments, departmental queries, and coordinate responses to GST notices and summons.
- Handle GST litigation: drafting replies, coordinating with external consultants, and representing before tax authorities when required.
- Monitor GST reconciliations (books vs. returns, GSTR 2A/2B matching, etc.) and ensure timely closure of open items.
- Support advisory on GST implications for new business transactions, expansion plans, and vendor/customer contracts.
- Support internal and statutory audits with respect to indirect taxation.
- Ensure regular updates and internal communication regarding changes in indirect tax laws, rules, and judicial pronouncements.
- Develop and implement internal controls and processes for better tax compliance.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams (sales, procurement, manufacturing, legal) to ensure tax efficiency and correct tax treatment of transactions.
Desired Candidate Profile:
- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 7 to 9 years of post-qualification experience in indirect taxation.
- Strong working knowledge of GST law, procedures, and litigation process.
- Experience in managing departmental audits, show-cause notices, and appellate proceedings.
- Exposure to manufacturing/FMCG industry will be an advantage.
- Excellent drafting, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in MS Excel, ERP systems (SAP preferred).
Employment Type: Full Time
Compensation: Commensurate with experience and industry standard