Articled Assistant

Location: Baner, Pune

Department: Taxation

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Article Assistant to join our Taxation Team. The role offers practical exposure to direct and indirect taxation, compliance, return filing, tax audits, and client servicing. The selected candidate will work closely with senior team members and gain hands-on experience in various tax assignments while developing technical and professional skills.

• Assist in the preparation, review, and filing of GST returns, tax returns, and other statutory compliances under applicable tax laws.
• Perform verification and reconciliation of financial records, books of accounts, and supporting documents received from clients.
• Prepare and organize data, schedules, and working papers required for GST, income tax, and other compliance assignments.
• Conduct basic checks, procedures, and analytical reviews to ensure completeness and accuracy of information.
• Reconcile returns and records with data available on government portals and identify discrepancies, if any.
• Report observations, findings, and compliance issues to senior team members and assist in resolving them.
• Support the team in handling departmental notices, assessments, audits, and other tax-related matters.
• Ensure timely completion of assigned work while maintaining quality and compliance standards.
• Adhere to the firms policies, professional ethics, and confidentiality requirements.
• Maintain effective communication with clients for collection of information, clarification of queries, and timely completion of assignments.
• Continuously update technical knowledge by attending internal training programs, seminars, and professional development sessions.
• Escalate critical issues, delays, or significant observations to the Reporting Manager/Partner as appropriate.
• Contribute towards delivering value-added services and maintaining high standards of client satisfaction.

• Basic understanding of GST, Income Tax, and accounting principles.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and manage multiple assignments.

• Fresh candidates with IPCC both groups cleared.
• Transfer cases are not preferred.