Manager – Indirect Tax (IDT)

Location: Bangalore (Near MG Road)

Experience: 5–7 Years Post Qualification Experience

Position: Manager

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Manager – Indirect Tax (IDT) to join our tax team in Bangalore. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in indirect taxation, with a good blend of consulting, tax compliance, advisory and regulatory experience.

The role will involve managing indirect tax assignments, advising clients/business stakeholders on tax-related matters, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing strategic inputs on complex tax issues. Candidates with exposure to tax audits, assessments, litigation, customs, refunds and transaction-related advisory will be preferred.

Key Responsibilities

1. Indirect Tax Compliance & Advisory

- Manage and oversee indirect tax compliance activities, ensuring timely and accurate filing of GST returns and other statutory compliances.

- Provide advisory on GST, customs and other applicable indirect tax regulations.

- Interpret tax laws, notifications, circulars and regulatory updates, and assess their business implications.

- Advise on tax positions, input tax credit (ITC) eligibility, taxability, exemptions and applicable rates.

- Identify tax risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.

2. Tax Audits, Assessments & Litigation

- Handle GST audits, departmental audits, assessments and tax investigations.

- Manage responses to notices, queries and departmental communications.

- Support in drafting submissions, preparing documentation and coordinating with tax authorities.

- Assist in managing appeals, disputes and litigation matters.





- Ensure appropriate documentation and records are maintained for audit and assessment purposes.

3. Customs & Transaction-related Advisory

- Provide advisory on customs regulations, import/export transactions and related tax implications.

- Support clients/business teams on customs duties, classification, valuation and exemption-related matters.

- Advise on indirect tax implications of business transactions, restructuring and commercial arrangements.

- Identify opportunities for tax optimisation and process improvements.

4. Client & Stakeholder Management

- Independently manage client engagements and build strong stakeholder relationships.

- Work closely with internal teams and business stakeholders to understand tax requirements and provide practical solutions.

- Manage multiple assignments, ensuring timely delivery and quality of work.

- Prepare detailed reports, presentations, tax opinions and advisory documents.

- Communicate complex tax matters effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

5. Regulatory Updates & Process Improvements

- Keep abreast of changes in GST, customs and other indirect tax regulations.

- Evaluate the impact of regulatory changes and proactively communicate relevant updates.

- Recommend improvements in tax processes,



controls and compliance frameworks.

Educational Qualification & Experience

- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) preferred.

- 5–7 years of post-qualification experience.

- Strong experience in Indirect Taxation, particularly GST.

- Experience in tax consulting, compliance and advisory is essential.

- Exposure to tax audits, assessments, litigation, customs, refunds and transaction-related advisory will be an added advantage.

- Candidates from Big 4, consulting firms, tax advisory firms or large corporate tax functions would be preferred.

Required Skills & Competencies

- Robust technical knowledge of GST and indirect taxation.

- Good understanding of applicable tax laws, regulations and compliance requirements.

- Experience in handling tax assessments, audits and departmental proceedings.

- Strong analytical, research and problem-solving abilities.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Strong client management and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

- Ability to independently manage assignments and work within deadlines.

- Strong documentation, presentation and report-writing skills.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate would be someone with 5–7 years of post-qualification experience and a strong foundation in indirect taxation, combining technical expertise with client-facing consulting and advisory capabilities.

Candidates with experience across GST compliance, advisory, audits, assessments and litigation will be prioritised. Exposure to customs, refunds and transaction-related advisory would be an additional advantage.

📌 MAnager/ Sr. Manager- IDT (Mumbai)
🏢 Aurtus Consulting
📍 Mumbai