Assistant Manager

We are looking for a detailed-oriented and proactive Assistant Manager - Taxation & Accounts Payable to oversee our day-to-day tax compliances (GST & TDS), manage Accounts Payable (AP) workflows, handle tax audits, and lead responses to notices from statutory tax authorities.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the NBFC/Financial Services sector, a strong grasp of Indian Direct and Indirect Tax laws, and hands-on expertise with vendor invoice processing and tax reconciliations.

Key job responsibilities

1. GST Compliance & Operations

• Manage end-to-end GST filings (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-6/ISD, and GSTR-9/9C).
• Perform monthly reconciliations between GSTR-2B/2A and the Purchase Register in the ERP system.
• Review invoice accuracy under Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) and ensure timely payment of RCM liabilities.

2. Direct Tax & TDS Compliances

• Oversee monthly TDS/TCS calculation, deduction, and payment schedules under the Income Tax Act.
• Prepare and file quarterly TDS returns (Form 26Q, 27Q) and ensure timely generation of TDS certificates (Form 16A).
• Conduct regular reconciliations of TDS ledger entries with Form 26AS/AIS.
• Ensure correct application of lower tax deduction certificates and vendor withholding rates.

3. Accounts Payable (AP) & Vendor Management

• Oversee end-to-end AP processing - from invoice verification, 3-way matching, tax taggings (GST & TDS rates), to final payment releases.
• Perform periodic vendor ledger reconciliations and resolve supplier billing queries.
• Ensure strict adherence to internal financial controls and SOPs for disbursements.

4. Tax Notices, Audits & Assessments

• Monitor online income tax and GST portals for notices, intimation, or demand orders.
• Draft timely responses, compile supporting documentation, and assist senior management/external consultants in responding to tax notices.
• Coordinate and provide data schedules for Statutory Audits, Tax Audits (Form 3CD), GST Audits, and Internal Audits.
• Represent the company before tax authorities during scrutiny assessments or audit proceedings alongside external tax advisors.

Basic qualifications

• 2+ years of advanced proficiency in Excel (pivots, lookups, etc.) experience
• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with strong accounting exposure.
• 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience in Direct/Indirect Tax and AP processes.
• Advanced working knowledge of ERPs (SAP & Tally).
• In-depth understanding of section-wise TDS rates and GST laws applicable to financial products.

Preferred qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in Direct/Indirect Tax and AP processes in a NBFC

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