Compliance Executive

Collective Artists Network; Mumbai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Collective Artists Network in Mumbai seeks a skilled tax and compliance professional to manage GST and TDS filings, liaison with consultants and auditors, and ensure timely, accurate reporting.

The role involves coordinating with AP/AR and supply chain, maintaining records for audits, and ensuring PF/ESIC/LWF compliance, with data-driven MIS and month-end closing support.

Qualifications

• GST returns filing and eligibility checks as per GST law.
• TDS returns and related compliance to statutory timelines.
• Assist in audits and liaise with external consultants and auditors.
• Maintain records for departmental audits and MIS reports.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file monthly/quarterly GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, CMP-08, ITC-04).
• Verify Input Tax Credit eligibility and reconcile GST data with books.
• Ensure compliance with Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM).
• Support internal teams with GST clarifications and follow-ups with AP.
• Prepare and file TDS returns (24Q, 26Q, 27Q) and issue Form 16/16A.
• Reconcile books with 26AS/TRACES and TDS registers.
• Coordinate with Labour Law consultant and ensure PF/ESIC/PT/LWF filings.
• Maintain compliance calendar and assist in audits and assessments.

Skills

GST compliance

TDS compliance

Audit coordination

Documentation control

Regulatory liaison

Education

Commerce/CA/CS background

Tools

Tally/Excel

Job description

• Prepare and file monthly/quarterly GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, CMP-08, ITC-04 if applicable).
• Verify eligibility of Input Tax Credit as per GST law.
• Ensure compliance with Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) requirements.
• Support internal teams with GST-related clarifications.
• Identify and follow up with AP team for mismatch correction.
• Reconcile outward and inward supply data with books of accounts.
• Monitor GST liability and ensure timely payment alongwith maintaining challan records.
• Handle GST registration, amendments, LUT filing, refund applications.
• Assist in annual return filing (GSTR-9, GSTR-9C) and audit-related documentation.
• Preparation and maintenance of data required for departmental audits and assessments.
• Coordinate with suppliers/customers for GST discrepancies.
• Work closely with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and supply chain teams.
• Liaise with external consultants and statutory auditors for GST matters.
• Provide accurate data for financial reporting and month-end closing related to GST.

TDS Compliance

• Ensure correct TDS deduction for all vendor payments, contractor payments, salaries, rent, professional fees, interest, etc.
• Verify TDS applicability, PAN availability, and correct section and rates.
• Prepare and deposit monthly TDS challans within statutory deadlines.
• Prepare and file quarterly TDS returns (24Q, 26Q, 27Q) accurately.
• Generate and distribute Form 16 & Form 16A within the timelines.
• Reconcile books with 26AS, TRACES data, and TDS registers.
• Track, manage, and rectify defaults such as short deduction, late payments, or PAN errors.
• Maintain documentation for assessments, audits, and internal reviews.
• Communicate with vendors regarding TDS deductions, PAN issues, and certificate requirements.
• Handle queries related to TDS deductions, exemptions, and lower deduction certificates.
• Verify and maintain declarations like 15G/15H.
• Assist in responding to IT department notices related to TDS.
• Support statutory auditors with TDS information and working papers.
• Track CPC-TDS intimations and ensure timely correction of defaults.
• Maintain proper tax documentation and audit trails.
• Support statutory and tax audits (GST audit, departmental audits).
• Assist in month-end closing related to GST & TDS provisions.
• Prepare MIS reports on GST payable, ITC, TDS deductions, etc.
• Coordinate with internal teams (accounts payable/receivable).
• Assist in responding to notices from GST/IT departments.
• Liaise with external consultants, auditors, and tax authorities.

Liaising with Labour Law Consultant

• Share monthly data, employee details, registers, and relevant documents with the consultant.
• Ensure timely submission of PF, ESIC, PT, LWF, and other statutory compliance information.
• Follow up on pending filings, challans, and compliance reports.
• Clarify consultant queries related to data, processes, or employee issues.
• Maintain registers, attendance data, salary sheets, and wage records as per labour law requirements.
• Inform internal teams on compliance changes advised by the consultant.
• Keep copies of returns, challans, inspection reports, and compliance certificates.
• Maintain a compliance calendar and reminders for monthly/annual filings.
• Prepare MIS reports on compliance status for management review.
• Assist in the implementation of updated labour law guidelines as recommended by the consultant.
• Ensure internal policies are aligned with statutory regulations.