Key Responsibilities
GST Compliance & Filing
- Preparation and filing of GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, GSTR-9C, etc.)
- Reconciliation of sales, purchases, and Input Tax Credit (ITC) with books of accounts
- Review of GST ledgers, e-way bills, e-invoices, and tax workings
- Handling GST registration, amendment, cancellation, and LUT applications
- Ensuring timely compliance with GST deadlines and statutory requirements
Scrutiny, Assessment & Departmental Proceedings
- Handling scrutiny notices (ASMT-10) and preparing point-wise replies with supporting reconciliations
- Assisting in departmental audits (GSTR-9C / Section 65 audits) and DGGI/anti-evasion inquiries
- Compiling data, reconciliations, and documentary evidence for best judgment (Section 62), summary (Section 73/74), and regular assessments
- Drafting replies to Show Cause Notices (SCNs) under Sections 73 and 74, and liaising with consultants/seniors on legal position
- Coordinating personal hearings with GST officers, including preparation of submission notes and case files
- Tracking assessment and adjudication timelines to avoid ex-parte orders
Appeals & Litigation Support
- Assisting in drafting and filing appeals before the Appellate Authority (Section 107) and, where applicable, before the GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT)
- Preparing grounds of appeal, statement of facts, and paper books in coordination with seniors/counsel
- Maintaining case trackers for pending assessments, appeals, and refund/recovery proceedings
- Monitoring appeal hearing dates and ensuring timely compliance with appellate directions
Advisory & Documentation
- Assisting in GST advisory matters related to classification, taxability, and ITC eligibility
- Supporting internal reviews and audits related to indirect taxation
- Maintaining proper documentation and working papers for GST compliance, assessments, and appeals
Client & Stakeholder Coordination
- Coordinating with clients for data collection, verification, and issue resolution
- Keeping updated with the latest GST notifications, circulars, case law, and amendments relevant to assessments and appellate matters
Requirements
- Relevant experience in GST compliance and indirect taxation (preferred)
- Working knowledge of GST assessment, adjudication, and appellate procedures preferred
- Ability to independently draft replies to notices and coordinate with the department
Experience Requirement
Total Experience: 2 to 5 years in GST / Indirect Taxation (post-qualification or post-articleship, as applicable)
Essential Experience:
- Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in GST return filing (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9/9C) and ITC reconciliation, preferably in a CA firm, tax consultancy, or industry indirect tax department
- Prior exposure to handling GST notices, scrutiny (ASMT-10), or Show Cause Notices (SCN) under Section 73/74
- Experience in drafting replies to departmental notices and coordinating with GST officers for hearings
Preferred/Added Advantage:
- Experience assisting in or independently handling GST appeals before the Appellate Authority (Section 107)
- Exposure to departmental audits under Section 65 or DGGI/anti-evasion proceedings
- Prior experience working across multiple industries/clients (multi-client exposure in a consultancy environment preferred over single-industry in-house experience)
- Working knowledge of GST portal, e-way bill/e-invoice systems, and reconciliation tools
Educational Qualification:
- Semi-qualified CA / CA Inter / CMA Inter (or equivalent); Qualified CA/CMA preferred for senior-level appointments
- Certification courses in GST (ICAI/ICMAI or recognized institutes) will be an added advantage
Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Rajkot, Gujarat: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:
Experience:
- GST Executive: 2 years (Preferred)
Location:
- Rajkot, Gujarat (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
