Direct & Indirect Tax - Assistant Manager

Business Introduction GSK remains committed to achieving bold commercial ambitions for the future. By 2031, we aim to deliver £40 billion in annual sales, leveraging our existing strong performance momentum to significantly increase our positive impact on the health of billions of patients globally. Our Ahead Together strategy is centred on early intervention to prevent and alter the course of disease, thereby protecting people and supporting healthcare systems. Our diverse portfolio consists of vaccines, specialty medicines, and general medicines. Through continuous innovation and a dedicated focus on scientific and technical excellence, we strive to develop and launch new, groundbreaking treatments that address critical health challenges. Position Chartered Accountant – Direct Tax & Indirect Tax Experience 2–3+ years of relevant post-qualification experience Qualification • Chartered Accountant (CA) – Qualified with Strong academic and professional understanding of Direct and Indirect Taxation. • Prior experience in a tax consultancy, CA firm, corporate tax department, or similar environment will be preferred Job Overview We are looking for a Chartered Accountant with 2–3+ years of relevant experience in Direct Tax and Indirect Tax. The candidate will be responsible for managing tax compliances, tax assessments, litigation, advisory and related tax matters. The role will have a strong focus on Indirect Taxation, particularly GST, while also handling Direct Tax matters. The candidate should have hands-on experience in tax compliance and litigation and possess the ability to independently handle routine tax matters. Key Responsibilities A. Indirect Tax : • Review of Input & Output Register monthly for all the three company • Review GST transactions and advise business teams on the taxability and GST implications of transactions. • Handle GST-related notices, queries, assessments and departmental correspondence. • Support IDT Manager in replying to GST notices and coordinate with tax authorities. • Assist Tax Manager in GST audits, departmental audits, assessments and investigations. • Assist in GST litigation and appeals at various levels. • Monitor changes in GST laws, notifications, circulars, orders and case laws and assess their impact on the business. • Review tax positions relating to ITC, RCM, place of supply, valuation, classification, exemptions and GST rates. • Assist in GST refund applications and related follow-up. • Coordinate with internal teams, consultants and external tax advisors on data compilation and relevant record for appeals. • Support implementation of process improvements and automation in GST compliance and reporting. B. Direct Tax • Assist in Data Compilation for Tax Assessment, Appeals and Court cases • Preparation/review of Agreements/Contract for TDS & GST Applicability • Review of Transfer Pricing Audit Report/Study Report • Review of third Party benchmark studies • Assist in preparation of responses to Income Tax notices/Tax default Notice. • Assist in Income Tax assessments, appeals and litigation. • Coordinate with tax consultants and authorities for Direct Tax matters. • Monitor changes in Income Tax law, circulars, notifications and judicial developments. C. Tax Litigation & Assessments • Assist Tax Head in handling tax notices, assessments and departmental proceedings. • Assist in preparation of factual and legal submissions in consultation with senior management/tax advisors. • Coordinate with consultants and legal professionals for tax litigation. • Maintain records of notices, submissions, orders and appeal proceedings. • Track litigation matters and ensure timely compliance with procedural requirements. • Research relevant provisions, circulars, notificat