Indirect Tax Jobs in India

We're tracking 29 live indirect tax roles in India.

About this market

Market context

Indirect Tax in India primarily revolves around the Goods and Services Tax (GST), a comprehensive multi-stage, destination-based tax levied on every value addition. It is a dual GST with Central GST (CGST) and State GST (SGST) for intra-state supplies, and Integrated GST (IGST) for inter-state and import transactions.

India's GST regime, implemented in July 2017, is managed by the GST Council and administered by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) and state tax authorities. Key compliance includes monthly or quarterly GSTR-1 (outward supplies), GSTR-3B (summary return), and annual GSTR-9/9C filings. GST rates are structured into 0%, 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28% slabs, with additional cesses on certain goods, and e-invoicing is mandatory for businesses with turnover above specific thresholds (currently INR 5 crore).

What's driving demand

  • Ongoing GST Audits and Scrutiny
  • E-invoicing and E-way Bill Compliance
  • Supply Chain Restructuring and Optimization
  • Litigation and Appeals under GST
  • Increased focus on Input Tax Credit (ITC) utilization and compliance

Regulatory timeline

  • 2023-08-01Mandatory E-invoicing for businesses with aggregated annual turnover (AATO) exceeding INR 5 croreImplemented
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  • 2023-07-1150th GST Council Meeting Recommendations (various rate changes, clarification on M&A transactions, ISD mechanism)Implemented / Pending Legislation
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  • 2023-06-30Extension of Amnesty Scheme for GSTR-4, GSTR-9, GSTR-10 non-filers for relief to taxpayers.Implemented
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Credentials that matter

  • Chartered Accountant (CA)essential
  • Company Secretary (CS)nice to have
  • Cost and Management Accountant (CMA)valued
  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB)valued

Skills & tools

GST Return Filing Software (e.g., Tally, SAP, Oracle)GST Law and ComplianceInput Tax Credit (ITC) ManagementGST Audit and Litigation SupportSupply Chain Tax PlanningE-way Bill SystemE-invoicing SystemsGST Reconciliation

Frequently asked

What is indirect tax in India?
Indirect Tax in India primarily revolves around the Goods and Services Tax (GST), a comprehensive multi-stage, destination-based tax levied on every value addition. It is a dual GST with Central GST (CGST) and State GST (SGST) for intra-state supplies, and Integrated GST (IGST) for inter-state and import transactions.
How does indirect tax work in India?
India's GST regime, implemented in July 2017, is managed by the GST Council and administered by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) and state tax authorities. Key compliance includes monthly or quarterly GSTR-1 (outward supplies), GSTR-3B (summary return), and annual GSTR-9/9C filings. GST rates are structured into 0%, 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28% slabs, with additional cesses on certain goods, and e-invoicing is mandatory for businesses with turnover above specific thresholds (currently INR 5 crore).
What credentials matter for Indirect Tax - India (GST) roles?
Employers most often look for: Chartered Accountant (CA), Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Cost and Management Accountant (CMA), Company Secretary (CS).
Which tools and systems appear in Indirect Tax - India (GST) job specs?
Commonly cited: GST Return Filing Software (e.g., Tally, SAP, Oracle), GST Law and Compliance, Input Tax Credit (ITC) Management, GST Audit and Litigation Support, Supply Chain Tax Planning, E-way Bill System, E-invoicing Systems, GST Reconciliation.
Who's hiring for Indirect Tax - India (GST)?
Live employer mix: In-house / industry 58%, Boutique / mid-tier 38%, Big 4 4%.
How many Indirect Tax - India (GST) roles are live right now?
29 live roles on taxjobs.ai.