Finance Manager - Taxation

CoinSwitch; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

CoinSwitch in Bengaluru is seeking a proactive Tax Manager to own indirect and direct tax compliance, litigation, and advisory across GST, TDS, and product invoicing systems.

You will partner with product, engineering, and finance to embed tax correctness in processes end to end, manage audits, and represent the group before tax authorities. The role requires 3–5 years of tax experience and strong communication.

Qualifications

• GST law knowledge with litigation experience.
• Hands-on TDS and direct taxation expertise.
• Experience implementing tax logic in ERP/billing systems.
• Ability to draft replies, appeals and represent before authorities.
• Proactive, organized and able to manage multiple matters.
• Strong written and verbal communication for cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end GST compliance filings and reconciliations.
• Handle GST litigation, notices, and appeals with consultants.
• Maintain litigation trackers and monitor due dates and outcomes.
• Provide tax structuring and advisory on transactions and contracts.
• Oversee GST registrations, refunds, and department correspondence.
• Account for GST input/output across group structures.
• Lead TDS compliance, deposits, and quarterly returns.
• Drive tax implementation within products, billing, and invoicing systems.
• Translate tax rules into system requirements with product/engineering teams.
• Represent the group before GST and Income Tax authorities.
• Prepare submissions and case files for hearings and audits.
• Advise on tax-efficient structuring for business decisions.

Skills

GST law

TDS compliance

Direct taxation

Tax implementation

Litigation

Stakeholder management

Communication

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Tax Manager to own the group's indirect and direct tax

compliance, litigation, and advisory functions. The role combines hands‑on GST and TDS compliance with

strategic responsibilities such as structuring advisory, tax implementation within products and invoicing systems,

and representation before tax and government authorities. The ideal candidate should be a strong

communicator who can partner with business, product, and other stake holders to embed tax correctness into

processes end to end.

Key Responsibilities

Indirect Taxation (GST)

• Manage end-to-end GST compliances across the group — timely and accurate filing of GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9/9C, and reconciliations (GSTR-2A/2B vs. books, ITC reconciliation).
• Handle GST litigation — draft and file replies to notices, SCNs, audit queries, and appeals; coordinate with consultants and counsel where required.
• Maintain and update litigation trackers for indirect taxation — monitor notices, due dates, hearing schedules, appeal status, and demand/refund positions.
• Provide structuring and advisory support on GST implications of transactions, contracts, new business models, and place/time/value of supply issues.
• Manage GST registrations, amendments, refunds, and department correspondence across states.
• Accounting of the GST output and Input in cross functional enterprise structure.

Direct Taxation (TDS)

• Working knowledge of direct taxation with hands‑on ownership of TDS — correct deduction, timely deposit to the department, and filing of quarterly TDS returns (Forms 24Q/26Q/27Q).
• Support broader direct tax compliance and assessments as required.
• Working knowledge in litigation and advisory for Direct Tax Matters.

Product & Systems Implementation

• Drive tax implementation within products, billing, and invoicing systems — ensure correct GST rates, HSN/SAC mapping, place‑of‑supply logic, and e‑invoicing / e‑way bill compliance.
• Design and validate product logic for TDS deduction and deposit workflows, ensuring accurate computation and remittance to the department.
• Partner with product and engineering teams to translate tax rules into system requirements, test changes, and prevent compliance gaps.
• Represent the group before GST Officers, Income Tax Officers, and other government authorities on matters related to these functions.
• Prepare submissions, documentation, and case files for hearings, assessments, and audits.
• Advise internal stakeholders on tax‑efficient structuring and the tax impact of business decisions.

Required Skills & Attributes

• Strong technical command of GST law, procedures, and litigation practice.
• Working knowledge of direct taxation and practical TDS compliance.
• Experience implementing tax logic in products, ERP, or invoicing/billing systems.
• Proven ability to draft replies, appeals, and represent before tax authorities.
• Proactive, ownership‑driven, and organized — able to manage trackers, deadlines, and multiple matters simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; effective in cross‑functional collaboration.

Qualifications & Experience

• 3–5 years of post‑qualification experience in indirect and direct taxation.
• Prior exposure to product/tech‑driven businesses and system‑level tax implementation preferred.
• Prior experience handling taxation related to derivatives transactions is preferred.
• Strong understanding of applicable tax laws, regulatory compliance, and tax reporting requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and stakeholder management skills