About Trade Bridge Advisors LLP

Trade Bridge Advisors LLP is a Mumbai-based regulatory and trade advisory firm. Our team includes former Senior Officers of the Indian Revenue Service, who bring decades of experience in administering Customs and GST laws, along with a young, execution-focused team.

We advise on EXIM, Customs, GST, DGFT, SEZ and FEMA matters for clients across gems and jewellery, EOU / SEZ manufacturing, logistics, chemicals and engineering. As the practice grows, we are expanding the team with professionals who want to build a serious career in trade and indirect tax regulation.

Role Overview

This role is for a finance-trained skilled who wants to build a specialised career in foreign exchange, GST and trade-linked finance. The Executive will support partners and senior consultants on FEMA, GST and financial matters for the firm's clients, including Customs, SEZ and EOU units, exporters and importers.

The role combines analytical work (reconciliations, working papers, computations) with regulatory work (returns, filings and responses to departmental queries). It suits someone who is detail-oriented, comfortable with numbers and keen to learn how finance and trade regulation intersect.

Key Responsibilities

A. FEMA Support

● Assist in FEMA compliance for clients - export / import realisation and payment tracking, EDPMS / IDPMS follow-up and AD bank correspondence.

● Support the preparation of filings and reporting such as FLA returns, FC-GPR / FC-TRS, ECB, ODI and related RBI / AD bank submissions.

● Prepare working papers and draft submissions for compounding, regularisation and responses to queries from AD banks and RBI.

● Track FEMA circulars, master directions and notifications and brief the team on changes.

B. GST Compliance & Reconciliation

● Prepare and review GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B and annual return)



and reconcile with books, GSTR-2B and e-invoice / e-way bill data.

● Work on refund claims, including exports and SEZ supplies, LUT / bond compliance and ITC analysis, with supporting working papers.

● Assist in preparing replies to GST notices, Appeals, DRC forms and information requests from the department, with accurate data support.

C. Finance & Certification Support

● Analyse client financial statements, ledgers and trial balances; prepare computations for SEZ / EOU net foreign exchange (NFE), export obligation and similar regulatory requirements.

● Assist in drafting CA certificates, net worth and solvency statements, and financial data required for regulatory applications such as AEO, LOA and bond / licence matters.

● Maintain organised MIS, trackers and compliance calendars for assigned clients.

D. Client Coordination

● Coordinate with client accounts teams to obtain data, resolve mismatches and meet statutory deadlines.

● Support partners in preparing client presentations, notes and responses on finance and compliance queries.

Qualifications & Experience

Educational Qualification

● CA Intern (Inter-qualified), CA Final qualified or qualified CA.

● B.Com / M.Com with strong accounting fundamentals will also be considered along with CA Inter.

Work Experience

● Minimum 3 years of experience (articleship and post-qualification work combined) in a CA firm or consultancy, with GST, FEMA,



international taxation or audit exposure.

● Demonstrated hands-on handling of GST returns, reconciliations or FEMA / RBI filings, with a genuine interest in trade and foreign exchange regulation.

Skills & Knowledge

● Working knowledge of GST law and returns; basic understanding of FEMA and RBI regulations (or strong willingness to learn).

● Good command of Excel (lookups, pivots, reconciliations) and familiarity with Tally or similar accounting software.

● Familiarity with the GST Portal, RBI / AD bank portals or the ability to learn quickly.

● Clear written communication for working papers, emails and draft submissions.

Personal Attributes

● Strong attention to detail, accuracy and a disciplined approach to deadlines.

● Curiosity, initiative and a willingness to learn from senior professionals.

● Integrity and strict confidentiality in handling client financial data.

What We Offer

● Rare exposure to FEMA and trade-linked finance alongside GST - a niche, in-demand skill set for a CA career.

● A knowledge-intensive environment with exposure to varied mandates across industries and regulators.

● Direct access to and mentorship from senior partners, including retired senior officers of the Indian Revenue Service.

● Genuine scope for growth, with responsibility increasing as capability is demonstrated.

● Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience and aligned to consultancy market standards.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to share their updated resume, along with a short note on their background and areas of interest, at the email address below:

Trade Bridge Advisors LLP

Email: [email protected]

Contact: (phone hidden)

Website: www.tradebridgeadvisors.com

📌 Finance Executive (Mumbai)
🏢 Trade Bridge Advisors
📍 Mumbai