CA- Indirect Taxation

**Role Overview** - The Indirect Tax practice at Aurtus advises corporates, MNCs, PE/VC-backed businesses, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals on the full spectrum of GST, Customs, and Foreign Trade Policy matters. - The Senior Associate will work closely with Partners and Directors on advisory, compliance, litigation, and due diligence engagements across diverse sectors. - This role offers meaningful client-facing exposure and the opportunity to take ownership of deliverables in a partner-led, entrepreneurial environment. **Key Responsibilities** - Advising clients on GST structuring, ITC optimisation, and various other aspects of indirect taxes across sectors, including manufacturing, services, real estate, infrastructure, and e-commerce - Drafting opinions, advisory notes, and client-ready deliverables on complex indirect tax matters - Handling GST compliances, including monthly/quarterly returns, annual returns (GSTR-9/9C), reconciliations, and ITC analysis - Drafting and assisting in litigation, which includes replies to show cause notices, appeals, written submissions, and personal hearings before GST/Customs authorities and appellate forums - Assisting in GST/indirect tax due diligence and health checks for M&A transactions - Research and tracking of legislative changes, rulings, circulars, and judicial precedents relevant to client mandates - Assisting with refund applications and advance ruling matters - Representing or assisting in representation before GST/Customs authorities **Qualifications & Experience** - Must be a Chartered Accountant - 2 to 4 years of post-qualification experience in Indirect Taxes (GST/Customs/FTP), preferably in a professional services firm or Big 4 **What We Offer** - Work on marquee advisory, compliance and litigation mandates across diverse sectors. - Collaborative, learning-focused environment with mentorship from experienced professionals. - Strong career progression in a fast-growing advisory platform. - Competitive compensation and performance-linked growth. **Ideal Candidate Traits** - In-depth knowledge of GST law and procedures; familiarity with Customs/FTP is a plus - Research-driven mindset with strong attention to detail. - Ability to draft clear, well-structured opinions and client communications - High sense of ownership, responsiveness, and ability to thrive in fast-paced client engagements. - Team player with strong communication skills. - Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel); familiarity with GST portal, tax research tools, AI tools preferred