About the role
Role OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Tax Manager to lead and manage the end-to-end indirect and direct tax function, with a strong focus on GST and TDS compliance in a fast-paced e-commerce environment.
Key Responsibilities:1. GST Compliance & Filings
- Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual GST returns (GSTR-1, 3B, 9, 9C)
- Ensure alignment between monthly filings and annual returns
- Manage reconciliations (books vs returns vs portal)
- Handle GST audits, notices, and assessments
2. TDS Compliance
- Ensure accurate deduction, deposit, and return filing (24Q, 26Q, etc.)
- Manage TDS reconciliations and Form 26Q/26AS alignment
- Handle notices and lower deduction certificates
3. Litigation & Notices
- Independently manage tax notices, assessments, and litigation
- Coordinate with consultants and ensure timely responses
- Maintain proper documentation and litigation tracker
4. Specific Taxation
- Manage GST implications on marketplace transactions, commissions, and merchant fees
- Handle APOB, state-wise registrations, and compliance
- Ensure correct tax positions on discounts, returns, and cross-border transactions
5. Process & Controls
- Strengthen documentation, SOPs, and audit trails
- Ensure robust reconciliation and closure processes
- Drive automation and efficiency in tax processes
6. Stakeholder Management
- Work closely with finance, business, and external consultants
- Align with TSPs / vendors on deliverables and timelines
- Ensure clear communication and escalation where required
Key Requirements
- CA / CPA Qualified professional
- 5+ years of experience in GST and TDS
- Prior experience in e-commerce / marketplace business preferred
- Strong understanding of tax litigation and assessments
- Ability to drive ownership, closure, and process improvements
Skills Required
- Strong ownership and accountability
- Structured and proactive approach
- Good stakeholder management and communication (with gravitas)
- Ability to operate independently and build scalable processes