EY Indirect Tax - Transition team Senior 

India, Haryana, Gurugram 

608305863

Tax Senior – VAT

As an Indirect Tax VAT Senior, you would be responsible for preparing/reviewing Indirect tax VAT returns and providing expert advice and guidance on Value Added Tax (VAT) matters to a diverge range of clients; developing and supervising staff, preparing more complex returns and assisting in client management and practice development activities. Your role would typically involve ensuring compliance with VAT regulations, identifying VAT planning opportunities, and managing the complexities of VAT in cross-border transactions. Below is a general job description for an Indirect Tax VAT Senior:

Your key responsibilities

• Review and prepare VAT returns and related filings.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of VAT returns to relevant tax authorities.
• Monitor changes in VAT legislation and case law to ensure compliance.
• Assist with VAT audits and liaise with tax authorities as required.
• Provide VAT advice on transactions and business operations.
• Perform periodical GL reconciliations of VAT accounts.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies in accounting records.
• Support the month-end and year-end close process.
• Recommend improvements to reconciliation processes and controls.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Develop strategies to optimize VAT positions and identify tax-saving opportunities.
• Act as a single point of contact to handle the engagement related activities for the Local EY member firms.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Understand clients' business models and provide tailored VAT solutions.
• Work closely with other tax professionals to deliver integrated tax solutions.
• Contribute to the development of the firm's VAT practice.
• Drive the new technology, tools and the quality initiatives.

Skills and attributes for success

• A team-player, dedicated to exceptional client service.
• Mentor and supervise junior staff, providing guidance and technical support.
• Identify the training needs and organize the trainings.
• Monitor the performance, create opportunities for growth and guide the counselees on enhancing the technical and non-technical skills.

To qualify for the role, you must have

Graduate/Postgraduate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

At least 4 – 6 years of professional experience in VAT compliance, Accounts Payable / Receivable

Experience with European VAT would be an added advantage.

Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting

Excellent project management, analytical, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

Technical/Analytical expertise on the Power BI, Alteryx tools and generative AI would be appreciated.

What we look for

Hybrid working model – 2 days’ work from office in a week.

What we offer

growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all

We’ll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.

Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.

Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.