Associate – Tax

Role Summary

The Associate – Tax will support GST, Income Tax, Customs, and Foreign Trade Policy compliances, advisory, and litigation. The role offers hands-on experience and exposure to diverse clients, including startups, enterprises, and multinational companies. Ideal for candidates building a strong foundation in tax consulting.

KRA: Task / Activities

•  Preparation and filing of GST returns and Income Tax returns.
•  Filing returns under STPI, EOU, SEZ, and MOOWR schemes and Preparation and filing of GST and Customs refund applications.
•  Support for Advance Authorisation and EPCG license from DGFT.
•  Draft responses to audit and assessment notices from GST, Income Tax & Customs authorities.
•  Draft appeals to GST, Income Tax & Customs appellate authorities and applications to GST/Customs Advance Ruling authorities.
• Advise clients on GST, Income Tax, and Customs-related queries.

KPI: Performance Metrics

•  Accuracy and timeliness of returns and compliance filings.
•  Quality and correctness of advisory notes and drafted replies.
•  Client satisfaction and relationship management.
•  Timeliness in responding to notices and client queries.
•  Adherence to legal guidelines, processes, and deadlines.
• Contribution to litigation and advisory outcomes.

Required Skills

•  Working knowledge of GST and Income Tax laws.
•  Experience with GST and Income Tax return filings.
•  Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Basic knowledge of drafting notices/replies to tax authorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and strong problem-solving ability.
• Ability to maintain client relationships professionally.

• Preferred skills

  ·        Exposure to drafting appeals or advisory notes. ·        Ability to handle multi-client workflows. ·        Strong analytical and research skills.