Job ID 34528 Location Chennai IN Area of interest Audit Accounting Finance Job type Regular Employee Work style Office Working Opening date 18 Jul 2025 Job Summary The Indirect Tax Team is an integral part of the Tax Finance function It assists Regional Tax Teams across the Globe with their compliance requirements The Team handles Value Added Tax VAT Goods Service Tax GST Sales Use Tax SUT returns The role includes data collation data analysis data validation reports consolidation reports validation and submission of reports and workings to stake holders on or before the fixed target date RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare indirect tax returns and conduct comprehensive control checks as instructed Update Senior Manager AVP on key issues risks in the process as and when he she becomes aware Prepare and follow tax calendar Proficient in extracting data and producing reports from sources such as PeopleSoft Ensure seamless and accurate delivery of indirect tax returns with no misses on timelines Prepare and update documentation of transitioned processes and contribute in development of business continuity plan Support implementation of specific tax projects e g India GST To gain detailed understanding of the GST VAT reporting process and become an SME Assist with global and regional tax initiatives Interact with team members stakeholders to understand the actual requirements and effective control is in the process Process and Service Management Identify opportunities to remove process waste engage in standardisation of various reporting packs and encourage drive and support automation initiatives thereby reduce remove the non-value adds in the process Establish robust control and governance on the process Drive productivity and achieve cost efficiencies through continuous improvement initiatives Drive a culture to capture appropriate metrics for tracking actual hours standard hours errors etc Ensure detailed documentation is maintained and is kept up to date for all processes Strategy Perform and deliver high quality output of the assigned market Data Quality Assurance should be followed along with the Risk Control Matrix of Group Tax Business Tax CoE is responsible for producing high quality timely tax returns tax reports for the Group and countries Tax CoE covers financial tax reporting tax compliance tax controversy tax forecasting client tax reporting and transfer pricing processes Processes As mentioned in the Responsibilities People Talent Develop good working relationships with the team and stakeholders Use opportunities to develop one s talent Better together and follow one team mindset Risk Management Delivery of standard reports as per the commitments in accordance to respective country compliance Manage the process with no errors Identify and raise any issues on timely manner Governance Follow Group Tax Policy and follow the requirements for Internal Audits External Audits Regulatory Business Conduct Display exemplary conduct and live by the Group s Values and Code of Conduct Take personal responsibility for embedding the highest standards of ethics including regulatory and business conduct across Standard Chartered Bank This includes understanding and ensuring compliance with in letter and spirit all applicable laws regulations guidelines and the Group Code of Conduct Lead the country business unit function XXX team to achieve the outcomes set out in the Bank s Conduct Principles Fair Outcomes for Clients Effective Financial Markets Financial Crime Compliance The Right Environment Effectively and collaboratively identify escalate mitigate and resolve risk conduct and compliance matters Insert local regulator e g PRA FCA prescribed responsibilities and Rationale for allocation Where relevant - Additionally for subsidiaries or relevant non -subsidiaries Serve as a Director of the Board of insert name of entities Exercise authorities delegated by the Board of Directors and act in accordance with Articles of Association or equivalent Key stakeholders Country Tax Team GCFO Teams Business and Central Finance Business operations and Internal Tax reporting team Other Responsibilities Embed Here for good and Group s brand and values in XXXX country business unit team Perform other responsibilities assigned under Group Country Business or Functional policies and procedures Multiple functions double hats List all responsibilities associated with the role Skills and Experience Change Implementation Indirect Taxation Microsoft Office package ERP systemQualifications 1 Strong knowledge and experience on Indirect Taxes Experience in Indirect Taxes compliance for Banks is an added advantage 2 Min 5-8 years of relevant work experience 3 B Com M Com MBA Finance CA CA Inter CMA CMA InterAbout Standard Chartered We re an international bank nimble enough to act big enough for impact For more than 170 years we ve worked to make a positive difference for our clients communities and each other We question the status quo love a challenge and enjoy finding new opportunities to grow and do better than before If you re looking for a career with purpose and you want to work for a bank making a difference we want to hear from you You can count on us to celebrate your unique talents and we can t wait to see the talents you can bring us Our purpose to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity together with our brand promise to be here for good are achieved by how we each live our valued behaviours When you work with us you ll see how we value difference and advocate inclusion Together we Do the right thing and are assertive challenge one another and live with integrity while putting the client at the heart of what we do Never settle continuously striving to improve and innovate keeping things simple and learning from doing well and not so well Are better together we can be ourselves be inclusive see more good in others and work collectively to build for the long term What we offer In line with our Fair Pay Charter we offer a competitive salary and perks to support your mental physical financial and social wellbeing Core bank funding for retirement savings medical and life insurance with flexible and voluntary benefits available in some locations Time-off including annual leave parental maternity 20 weeks sabbatical 12 months maximum and volunteering leave 3 days along with minimum global standards for annual and public holiday which is combined to 30 days minimum Flexible working options based around home and office locations with flexible working patterns Proactive wellbeing support through Unmind a market-leading digital wellbeing platform development courses for resilience and other human skills global Employee Assistance Programme sick leave mental health first-aiders and all sorts of self-help toolkits A continuous learning culture to support your growth with opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to physical virtual and digital learning Being part of an inclusive and values driven organisation one that embraces and celebrates our unique diversity across our teams business functions and geographies - 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📌 Associate Manager - Indirect Tax (Tamil Nadu)
🏢 Standard Chartered Bank
📍 Tamil Nadu