Key Responsibilities

Litigation & Representation

- Manage end-to-end indirect tax litigation matters relating to GST, Customs, Service Tax, Excise, and VAT.
- Draft and review replies to notices, summons, audit observations, and departmental communications.
- Prepare appeals, written submissions, and supporting documentation for matters before Appellate Authorities, Tribunals, and other judicial forums.
- Coordinate with legal counsels and represent clients before tax authorities wherever required.
- Assist clients during investigations, departmental audits, and enforcement proceedings.

Indirect Tax Advisory

- Provide strategic advisory services on GST, Customs, and indirect tax regulations.
- Analyze complex business transactions and advise clients on tax implications, risk mitigation, and compliance requirements.
- Conduct technical research and prepare tax opinions and advisory notes.
- Track legislative changes, judicial precedents, and regulatory developments affecting clients.

Due Diligence & Transaction Support

- Lead indirect tax due diligence assignments for mergers, acquisitions, investments, and restructuring transactions.
- Identify tax exposures, compliance gaps, and potential risks.
- Prepare due diligence reports with practical recommendations for clients and stakeholders.
- Support transaction teams in evaluating tax positions and structuring recommendations.

Client Management





- Act as a key point of contact for clients and maintain strong professional relationships.
- Understand client business models and proactively identify opportunities for tax optimization and risk management.
- Manage multiple client engagements while ensuring quality and timely delivery.

Team Leadership

- Mentor, train, and review work performed by associates and senior associates.
- Allocate assignments, monitor project progress, and ensure adherence to timelines.
- Contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives and development of practice resources.

Qualifications

- Chartered Accountant (CA) preferred.
- LLB or additional tax qualifications will be an added advantage.

Experience

- 8–10 years of relevant experience in Indirect Tax, GST Litigation, Advisory, and Due Diligence.
- Experience in a consulting firm, CA firm or professional services environment preferred.

Key Skills

- Strong knowledge of GST, Customs, Service Tax, Excise, and VAT laws.
- Expertise in handling litigation and tribunal matters.
- Experience in responding to notices, audits, investigations, and summons.
- Robust drafting, analytical, and research skills.
- Excellent client-handling and stakeholder-management capabilities.
- Leadership and team management experience.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.

📌 Assistant Manager US Business Tax (Gurugram)
🏢 AKM Global
📍 Gurugram