Assistant Manager - GST

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

Part of the Central GST team handling MIS, Tax accounting and GST compliance

Responsible for managing GST compliance processes including periodic MIS reporting, tax GL reconciliation, and monthly filings (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B) with accurate ITC tracking. Ensure timely submission of returns, resolve discrepancies, and coordinate with internal teams for invoice validation and pending actions. Handle budget vs actual expense analysis, division-wise ITC utilization, and tax payment postings in SAP. Support statutory, cost, and tax audits by providing complete and accurate information and addressing queries promptly.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Periodic MIS Reporting

• Prepare and publish monthly MIS reports related to GST compliance, ITC utilization, and tax positions.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of data for management review.

2.Tax GL Reconciliation

• Perform state wise reconciliation between GST returns and General Ledger accounts.
• Identify discrepancies and coordinate with GST compliance teams for resolution.

3.Monthly Compliance 

• Assist in preparation and review of GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B filings including Input Tax Credit mismatches.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission in compliance with GST regulations.
• Track and report unresolved items with escalation where necessary.
• Perform IMS activity, including invoice validation and matching
• Coordinate with accounting team to take necessary actions on pending items on timely basis.

4.Budget vs Actual Expense Analysis

• Conduct monthly analysis of actual expenses against approved budgets.
• Identify variances, provide explanations, and highlight trends.
• Prepare and present detailed reports to the Head of Department for decision-making.

5.Division-wise ITC Utilization & Tax Payment Posting

• Post division-wise ITC utilization and tax payment entries in SAP on monthly basis 
• Maintain records of inter-divisional entries and ensure it matches with data available on GSTN portal 

6.Audit Coordination

• Coordinate with Statutory, Cost, and Tax Auditors and provide accurate and complete information in a timely basis.
• Respond to auditor queries in a timely manner and close the same.

Qualification

CA Inter preferred/ MBA (Finance) / CMA Inter / M. com

Experience

5–6 years in GST compliance, preferably in manufacturing or automobile sector.

Preferred Industries

Competencies

Fair knowledge of GST Law and accounting 
Conversant with SAP and Proficiency in MS office applications (Word and Excel).
Fair knowledge of MIS preparation & reporting
Workign knowledge of preparation of GSTR-1 & 3B, 9 & 9C 
Knowledge of classification of the goods (HSN)