Manager - TAX - TMT - Indirect Tax - Core - Mumbai

The opportunity :

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom. At EY, we don't just focus on who you are now, but who you can become. We believe that it’s your career and ‘It’s yours to build’ which means potential here is limitless and we'll provide you with motivating and fulfilling experiences throughout your career to help you on the path to becoming your best professional self.

Manager-TMT - TAX - Indirect Tax - Core - Mumbai TMT :

Industry convergence offers TMT (Technology, Media & Entertainment, and Telecommunications) organizations the chance to evolve and transform, but it also presents challenges around competitiveness and delivering agile corporate strategies for growth.  We help TMT companies create compelling employee and customer experiences, retaining skills and talent while achieving enterprise-wide operational excellence. We help them guard their data, brand and reputation. We also enable the pursuit of M&A strategies that methodically create value, reduce risk and transform TMT companies into powerhouses that will lead the technology revolution of the future – building a better working world for all.

TAX - Indirect Tax - Core :

• Develop and sell new solutions (managed services, distinct technology solutions etc.) for the IDT practice as part of the GTM initiative
• Enhance internal and external awareness of EY IDT services (branding) and support development of proposals/presentations etc as required
• Build strong relationships across all Service Lines and with the BD team to help surface new client opportunities and drive sales
• Periodic monitoring and reporting of sales opportunities, pipeline and wins
• Identify opportunities for other services and support in cross-sell for Tax, CoSec & other services
• Understanding of client issues-Ability to discuss basic technical issues, ask appropriate questions and gather relevant information from the client. Develops rapport with the lower levels of client management; responds in a timely manner, displays commitment to outstanding client service.
• Responsible for the complete execution of the assigned engagements
• Analysis & Interpretation of Provisions under the Central Excise Act & Rules framed thereunder, Customs Act & Rules thereunder, Cenvat Credit Rules, Service Tax Statute, Provisions pertaining to VAT, issues relating to Classification and Valuation of Goods under Central Excise and Customs, Issues pertaining to Excise Rules, Modvat/Cenvat Credit Rules and Cenvat Accounting, Indirect Tax Compliances including VAT, Service Tax, STPI (b). Coordination with the department for obtaining approvals, registrations, etc.
• Awareness of services that the practice provides-Builds internal networks to develop understanding of service line offerings and bring potential opportunities to the attention of the team.
• Networking & Identification of opportunities-Begins to identify new opportunities for existing clients and communicates to manager. Networks internally within the peer group and other levels in the firm in order to gain understanding of issues that may impact issues with his clients.
• Effective implementation and review of work programs. Updates the manager proactively on various work related issues.
• Coordinate with the Manager/Senior Executive the planning and management of assignments.
• Develop and sell new solutions (managed services, distinct technology solutions etc.) for the IDT practice as part of the GTM initiative
• Enhance internal and external awareness of EY IDT services (branding) and support development of proposals/presentations etc as required
• Build strong relationships across all Service Lines and with the BD team to help surface new client opportunities and drive sales
• Periodic monitoring and reporting of sales opportunities, pipeline and wins
• Identify opportunities for other services and support in cross-sell for Tax, CoSec & other services
• Understanding of client issues-Ability to discuss basic technical issues, ask appropriate questions and gather relevant information from the client. Develops rapport with the lower levels of client management; responds in a timely manner, displays commitment to outstanding client service.
• Responsible for the complete execution of the assigned engagements
• Analysis & Interpretation of Provisions under the Central Excise Act & Rules framed thereunder, Customs Act & Rules thereunder, Cenvat Credit Rules, Service Tax Statute, Provisions pertaining to VAT, issues relating to Classification and Valuation of Goods under Central Excise and Customs, Issues pertaining to Excise Rules, Modvat/Cenvat Credit Rules and Cenvat Accounting, Indirect Tax Compliances including VAT, Service Tax, STPI (b). Coordination with the department for obtaining approvals, registrations, etc.
• Awareness of services that the practice provides-Builds internal networks to develop understanding of service line offerings and bring potential opportunities to the attention of the team.
• Networking & Identification of opportunities-Begins to identify new opportunities for existing clients and communicates to manager. Networks internally within the peer group and other levels in the firm in order to gain understanding of issues that may impact issues with his clients.
• Effective implementation and review of work programs. Updates the manager proactively on various work related issues.
• Coordinate with the Manager/Senior Executive the planning and management of assignments.

Your key responsibilities:

Experience in GST advisory, compliance and litgiation

Skills and attributes:

To qualify for the role you must have

• A qualified Chartered Accountant  with post qualification and/or articleship experience in indirect tax
• Minimum  5+  years of relevant post qualification experience in Indirect tax
• Knowledge of relevant indirect tax legislations viz. Goods & Services Tax, Customs law, Foreign Trade Policy etc.
• Experience of applying the indirect tax legislations in practical scenarios
• Experience of performing/ reviewing tax compliances under various indirect tax laws
• Experience in managing assessment/ audits/ litigations for clients
• Experience of appearing before tax authorities to represent matters
• Experience of applying technology for indirect tax problem solving – ERP, data analytics etc.
• Experience of managing relationship at large accounts
• Experience of representing the firm before clients, building relationships and generating business
• Reasonable knowledge about other tax legislations, accounting, process improvements etc.
• Ability to build network within the organisation and leverage learnings & relationships

What we look for:

People with the ability to work in a collaborative manner to provide services across multiple client departments while following the commercial and legal requirements. You will need a practical approach to solving issues and complex problems with the ability to deliver insightful and practical solutions. We look for people who are agile, curious, mindful and able to sustain postivie energy, while being adaptable and creative in their approach. 

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