Assistant Manager - Indirect Tax / GST

Bennett Coleman & Co. Ltd. (The Times of India); Mumbai; On-site; INR 500,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

The Times of India, part of Bennett Coleman & Co. Ltd. (The Times of India), is seeking a GST compliance professional in Mumbai to manage filing, reconciliations and regulatory adherence.

You will coordinate with finance and business teams, liaise with external consultants, and ensure accurate GST data, timely filings, and robust documentation for audits. Strong methodical approach and SAP experience preferred.

Qualifications

• GST compliances and return filing experience required
• Graduate in Finance/Commerce with strong GST knowledge
• Experience with SAP is preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage and support timely filing of GST returns, including GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, GSTR-9C, etc.
• Perform GST reconciliations and ensure accuracy of tax computations and compliance data.
• Manage GST compliance activities through the GST portal, including filings, registrations, notices and related requirements.
• Coordinate with internal Finance and Business teams to obtain relevant data and documentation for GST compliance.
• Liaise with external tax consultants on GST compliance and related matters.
• Support GST department liaisoning, including visits to GST offices across Mumbai, as required.
• Maintain GST records, workings and documentation for audits and assessments.
• Identify compliance gaps and support timely resolution of GST-related issues.
• Ensure adherence to applicable GST laws, regulations and statutory timelines.
• Stay updated on evolving GST and Indirect Tax regulations and work collaboratively with the team.

Skills

GST knowledge

Reconciliations

Attention to detail

SAP exposure

Education

Finance or Commerce degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

• Manage and support timely filing of GST returns, including GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, GSTR-9C, etc.
• Perform GST reconciliations and ensure accuracy of tax computations and compliance data.
• Manage GST compliance activities through the GST portal, including filings, registrations, notices and related requirements.
• Coordinate with internal Finance and Business teams to obtain relevant data and documentation for GST compliance.
• Liaise with external tax consultants on GST compliance and related matters.
• Support GST department liaisoning, including visits to GST offices across Mumbai, as required.
• Maintain GST records, workings and documentation for audits and assessments.
• Identify compliance gaps and support timely resolution of GST-related issues.
• Ensure adherence to applicable GST laws, regulations and statutory timelines.
• Stay updated on evolving GST and Indirect Tax regulations and work collaboratively with the team.

Preferred candidate profile

• 3–6 years of overall professional experience
• Graduate / Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Commerce, or a related field
• Strong GST knowledge with hands‑on experience in GST compliances, return filing & reconciliations
• SAP exposure preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work within timelines