Tax Assistant Accountant – GST Compliance

About the role

The Tax Assistant Accountant will support the GST compliance function, ensuring timely and accurate filing of returns and handling queries from tax authorities. This role works closely with the IDT Lead and external consultants to maintain tax hygiene across multiple states.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and file monthly and annual GST returns, including Input Tax Credit reversals.
• Manage the Invoice Management System (IMS) by accepting, rejecting, or pending invoices, credit notes, and amendments.
• Reconcile state‑level trial balances with GST returns and monitor related‑party transactions.
• Support state‑level GST audits, prepare documentation, and liaise with external tax consultants.
• Track compliance conditions for fiscal incentives across multiple states and ensure audit closures.
• Perform quarterly tax balance forecasts and monthly variance analysis.
• Handle GST retention, release, and vendor/customer credit reconciliations.

Required profile

• Chartered Accountant qualification.
• 4–5 years of experience in GST compliance and indirect tax.
• Strong knowledge of Indian GST laws, GSTR‑2B, and Reverse Charge Mechanism.
• Experience with tax audits, documentation, and liaison with tax authorities.

Required skills

• GST compliance
• GSTR‑2B processing
• Input Tax Credit management
• Reverse Charge Mechanism
• Tax reconciliation
• Tax forecasting