Indirect Taxation

Company Description Ashok Leyland is a leading Indian commercial vehicle manufacturer known for the reliability and ruggedness of its products, with over 500,000 vehicles on the road supporting the nation’s transportation needs. In major Indian metros, a significant majority of State Transport Undertaking buses are manufactured by Ashok Leyland, including specialized double-decker and vestibule models for high-density routes. The company’s future-focused blueprint emphasizes “Global Standards, Global Markets,” driving continuous product and process upgrades to world-class technology benchmarks. Ashok Leyland has achieved multiple milestones in quality and environmental management, including ISO 9002, ISO 9001, QS 9000, and ISO 14001 certifications for all vehicle manufacturing units. It is also the first Indian auto company to receive ISO/TS 16949 Corporate Certification, underscoring its commitment to excellence in the automotive industry.
Role Description The Indirect Taxation role at Ashok Leyland is a full-time, on-site position based in Chennai. This role involves managing indirect tax compliance, including GST, customs, and other applicable indirect taxes, ensuring timely and accurate filings and documentation. The individual will review transactions, contracts, and business processes to assess indirect tax implications and mitigate potential risks. Day-to-day responsibilities include coordinating with internal finance, legal, and operational teams, liaising with tax authorities and external consultants, and supporting audits, assessments, and reconciliations. The role also includes monitoring regulatory changes, advising stakeholders on tax-efficient structures, and contributing to process improvements and system enhancements related to indirect taxation.
Qualifications
Candidates should possess strong knowledge of indirect tax laws and regulations, especially GST, customs, and other applicable Indian indirect taxes.
Candidates should possess skills in tax compliance, return preparation, documentation, and audit support, with attention to detail and accuracy.
Candidates should possess analytical and problem-solving skills for interpreting tax provisions, assessing risks, and providing practical recommendations.
Candidates should possess proficiency in accounting and ERP systems, tax software tools, and MS Excel for reconciliations and reporting.
Candidates should possess effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams and external tax authorities or advisors.
Relevant professional qualifications such as CA, CMA, CS, or a master’s degree in finance, accounting, or taxation are highly beneficial.
Experience in the automotive or manufacturing sector, and prior exposure to large-scale indirect tax operations, would be an advantage.
Candidates should possess the ability to work on-site in Chennai, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high ethical standards and compliance integrity.

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