Acquara Management Consultant
Website:
acquara.com
Job details:
Job Title: Associate Vice President – Indirect Taxation
Department: Taxation
Location: Gurgaon
Reporting to: Vice President / Director – Taxation
Experience Required: 10+ years in Indirect Taxation (preferably in consulting environment)
Focused Clients: International Clients
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic professional to lead our Indirect Taxation practice as Associate Vice President. The role demands strong leadership, in-depth technical knowledge of GST and other indirect taxes, and proven ability to manage a team and a portfolio of clients across sectors. The AVP will be responsible for advisory, compliance oversight, client interactions, and internal team management.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Team & Portfolio Management
- Lead and mentor a team of Indirect Tax professionals.
- Review and monitor tasks assigned to team members, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of compliance and advisory outputs.
- Allocate resources effectively to manage a portfolio of clients across industries.
- Drive performance and ensure adherence to internal SOPs and quality standards.
2. Advisory & Opinion
- Provide technical advice and strategic guidance on GST, Customs, FTP, and other indirect tax matters.
- Draft tax opinions and memos on complex transactions and interpretative issues.
- Evaluate tax implications of business models, transactions, and restructuring exercises.
- Stay updated with latest developments in tax laws and assess their impact on clients.
3. Client Engagement
- Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients on indirect tax matters.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring client satisfaction and retention.
- Participate in client meetings, calls, and presentations to discuss tax strategies, risks, and compliance matters.
4. Compliance Oversight
- Oversee and guide the team responsible for Indirect Tax compliance.
- Ensure quality control and timely filings as per statutory timelines.
- Coordinate with external consultants or legal counsels, as required.
5. Internal Coordination & Knowledge Sharing
- Collaborate with other service lines (Direct Tax, Legal, Finance) for integrated service delivery.
- Conduct internal trainings and knowledge sessions for team development.
- Contribute to thought leadership content like articles, newsletters, and client alerts.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Chartered Accountant (CA).
- Minimum 7 years of post-qualification experience in Indirect Taxation.
- Strong understanding of GST Law, Rules, Procedures, and Judicial Pronouncements.
- Ability to interpret legal provisions and provide practical solutions.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Client-centric approach with strong analytical thinking.
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