Description

Position Overview:

We seek an experienced GST Litigation Specialist to handle indirect tax litigation matters and provide expert legal counsel on GST-related disputes.

Key Responsibilities:

- Handle GST litigation cases before various forums (Tribunals, High Courts, Supreme Court)

- Travel across India as required to handle litigation matters and appear before various tax authorities and courts

- Prepare legal documents including appeals, replies, rejoinders, and written submissions

- Represent the organization before tax authorities during assessments and audits

- Analyze case laws and provide legal opinions on GST matters

- Monitor changes in GST legislation and their impact on ongoing cases

- Coordinate with external counsel and tax consultants

- Monitor legislative changes and judicial precedents in GST law

- Analyze tax notices and assessment orders

- Support internal and external customers by providing expert guidance and resolution for GST-related queries

Required Qualifications:

Either of the following qualification combinations:

- LLB degree with 5-6 years of experience in indirect tax litigation

- CA with 5-6 years of experience in indirect tax litigation

- B.Com, MBA with 10 years of experience in indirect tax litigation

- Strong knowledge of GST laws, rules, and regulations

- Experience in handling cases before tax authorities and courts

- Prior experience in a renowned Tax consultancy firm or industry with over 500Cr turnover.

Skills & Competencies:

- Excellent analytical and research skills

- Strong written and verbal communication

- Attention to detail and accuracy

- Negotiation and advocacy skills

- Proficiency in legal drafting

- Good understanding of business operations

- Well-versed in handling large sales and purchase data

Additional Requirements:

- Experience with tax compliance software

- Experience with Advance Excel which includes Power BI, Power Query Etc.

- Knowledge of other indirect tax laws

- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

- Strong project management skills

- Problem-solving abilities, Team collaboration

- Willingness and ability to travel extensively across India for court appearances and litigation matters

- Adaptability and readiness to adopt automation tools and processes

Tax Specialist