Accountant – Tax & Audit Specialist

About the role

We are seeking a qualified and detail‑oriented Accountant with strong experience in income tax and audit functions. The successful candidate will support corporate clients by handling taxation, tax audits, and compliance matters while ensuring adherence to statutory regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Handle audit and taxation work for corporate clients.
• Conduct tax audits for firms, trusts, and corporates in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Prepare and review income‑tax computations, returns, and related documentation.
• Draft submissions and replies for appeals, assessments, and income‑tax notices.
• Coordinate and follow up with tax authorities for compliance and assessment matters.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of tax‑related documents and reports.
• Manage GST compliance, including return filings and reconciliations.
• Assist in GST audit activities (preferred).
• Maintain proper documentation and support during audits and compliance checks.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients on financial and taxation requirements.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Completion of articleship (preferred) and minimum 4 + years post‑articleship experience, preferably in a CA firm.
• Strong knowledge of Income Tax, Tax Audit and Corporate Taxation.
• Experience handling appeals, assessments and income‑tax notices.
• Working knowledge of GST compliance and GST audit procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting/taxation software.
• Excellent analytical, drafting and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet strict deadlines.

Required skills

• MS Excel
• Accounting/taxation software
• Income‑Tax computation
• Tax Audit
• Corporate Taxation
• GST compliance