Experienced candidate required in CA firm in Mumbai

Bharat Shah & Associates Mumbai; Mumbai; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Bharat Shah & Associates Mumbai is seeking a competent Chartered Accountant with 2–5 years of CA firm experience to manage direct tax, GST, and accounting functions. You will prepare tax returns, file GST declarations, and assist in audits for diverse clients.

You will work on ITR filings, TDS compliance, and statutory requirements, ensuring timely, accurate reporting and client advisory support. Mumbai-based role with on-site work.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of income tax, TDS, GST and audit procedures.
• Experience filing ITRs, GST returns, and annual reconciliations.
• Experience finalizing accounts and financial statements.
• Familiar with Income Tax/GST portals, TRACES, MCA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Direct Tax: prepare and file ITRs for individuals, HUFs, partnerships, LLPs, trusts and companies.
• TDS Compliance: file quarterly TDS/TCS returns and issue forms 16/16A.
• GST Compliance: prepare and file GST returns and reconcile ITC with books.
• Accounting & Finalization: bookkeeping, prepare and review financial statements.
• Audit Assignments: assist in tax audits and statutory audits; prepare working papers.

Skills

Income Tax

TDS

GST

Accounting

Audit

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Tools

Tally

MS Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities

Direct Tax Compliance

• Preparation and filing of Income Tax Returns (ITRs) for Individuals, HUFs, Partnership Firms, LLPs, Trusts, and Companies.
• Computation of taxable income and preparation of tax workings.
• Preparation and filing of revised and updated returns, wherever applicable.
• Reconciliation of Form 26AS, AIS, TIS, and books of accounts.
• Ensuring timely compliance with all direct tax statutory requirements.

TDS Compliance

• Preparation and filing of quarterly TDS/TCS returns.
• TDS computation, reconciliation, and compliance monitoring.
• Issuance and verification of TDS certificates (Form 16 & Form 16A).
• Handling TDS notices, defaults, corrections, and TRACES-related matters.

GST Compliance

• Preparation and filing of monthly, quarterly, and annual GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, GSTR-9C, etc.).
• GST reconciliation between books of accounts and GST returns.
• Annual GST return preparation and reconciliation.
• Input Tax Credit (ITC) reconciliation and compliance review.
• Handling GST notices, departmental queries, and assessments.
• Assisting clients with GST compliance and advisory matters.

Accounting & Finalization of Accounts

• Bookkeeping and maintenance of accounts for various clients.
• Preparation and review of financial statements.
• Finalization of accounts of proprietorships, partnership firms, LLPs, and companies.
• Ledger scrutiny, bank reconciliations, and account reconciliations.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and statutory requirements.

Audit Assignments

• Conducting and assisting in Tax Audits under Section 44AB.
• Assisting in Statutory Audits and other assurance engagements.
• Preparation of audit reports, working papers, schedules, and reconciliations.
• Verification of books of accounts, supporting documents, and compliance records.
• Coordination with clients for audit requirements and information gathering.

Assessments & Notices

• Drafting and submission of replies to Income Tax and GST notices.
• Assisting in scrutiny assessments, appeals, and departmental proceedings.
• Liaising with tax authorities and clients for compliance matters.

Client Management & Advisory

• Regular interaction with clients for compliance requirements and advisory support.
• Providing practical solutions to tax, GST, and accounting-related
• issues.
• Keeping clients informed about changes in tax and GST regulations.

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Strong working knowledge of Income Tax, TDS, GST, Accounting, and Audit procedures.
• Hands-on experience in Income Tax Return filing, GST Return filing, and Annual Return Reconciliation.
• Experience in finalization of accounts and preparation of financial statements.
• Familiarity with Income Tax Portal, GST Portal, TRACES, and MCA compliances.
• Proficiency in Tally, MS Excel, and accounting/audit software.
• Strong analytical, communication, and client-handling skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple assignments and meet statutory deadlines.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• 2-5 years of experience in a CA firm.
• Practical exposure to Direct Tax, GST, Accounting, Finalization of Accounts, Tax Audits, Statutory Audits, and Compliance Management.
• Ability to work independently and handle client assignments from start to completion.
• Prior experience in a Chartered Accountant Firm will be preferred.