Tax, Regulatory and Advisory Associate

About VJM Global

VJM Global is a professional services firm providing taxation, regulatory, accounting, audit support, and advisory services to Indian and international clients, including multinational corporations. Assignments cover GST, Income Tax, TDS, FEMA, RBI compliance, global taxation, accounting, and regulatory advisory.

Role Overview

Seeking a technically capable and motivated Tax & Regulatory Review & Advisory Associate to work closely with a team of approximately 8–10 members. This role involves reviewing work, providing technical guidance, preparing or supervising workings, identifying issues, and ensuring accurate and timely completion of assignments under the guidance of the Manager and Senior Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Team Review, Guidance & Coordination

• Review GST, Income Tax, TDS, FEMA, and other compliance work prepared by Articles / Trainees.
• Check accuracy, completeness, and consistency of workings, reconciliations, calculations, and supporting documents.
• Provide technical guidance and clear instructions to team members.
• Identify errors, omissions, inconsistencies, and potential compliance risks.
• Prepare necessary workings or guide the team.
• Coordinate with team members for timely completion of tasks.
• Follow up on pending information, review observations, and corrective actions.
• Support the Manager and Senior Manager in maintaining quality control.

GST – Review, Technical Workings & Advisory Support

• Review GST returns and related workings (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B).
• Review GST reconciliations (GSTR-2B vs. purchase register, ITC reconciliation, books vs. GST returns).
• Analyse mismatches, ITC eligibility, reversals, and compliance issues.
• Prepare or review GST workings for return filings, reconciliations, audits, and client deliverables.
• Review GST audit documentation and assist in departmental audits, scrutiny proceedings.
• Assist in preparing GST litigation drafts, replies to notices, and technical responses.
• Review and guide the preparation of GST refund workings (export refunds, LUT-related matters).
• Research GST provisions, rules, circulars, notifications, and judicial pronouncements.
• Ensure GST filings and related deliverables are reviewed and completed within timelines.

Income Tax & TDS – Review, Calculations & Compliance Support

• Review TDS calculations, reconciliations, and statutory compliance work.
• Review TDS return workings, filing data, and reconciliations with Form 26AS / AIS.
• Prepare and review advance tax calculations and payment requirements.
• Review income tax computations and assist in preparing or reviewing income tax returns.
• Analyse applicable Income Tax provisions and their implications.
• Review income tax notices, identify issues, and guide the team in preparing responses.
• Assist in drafting replies to notices, assessment submissions, and departmental correspondence.
• Ensure necessary workings and supporting documents are completed before submission or filing.
• Provide technical guidance on Income Tax and TDS matters.

FEMA, RBI & Regulatory Compliance

• Review and assist in FEMA and RBI compliance assignments.
• Research and analyse FEMA provisions, RBI Master Directions, circulars, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in reviewing FDI, ODI, ECB, foreign investment, and cross-border transaction matters.
• Prepare or review necessary workings, documentation, and technical notes for FEMA assignments.
• Assist in analysing foreign exchange transactions, intercompany loans, and cross-border payments.
• Support regulatory filings, compliance documentation, and client communications.
• Exposure to ECB conversion into equity, overseas investment reporting, and related regulatory matters will be an added advantage.

Global Taxation & International Regulatory Research

• Assist in reviewing and preparing assignments relating to international taxation and cross-border transactions.
• Conduct research on foreign tax provisions and regulatory requirements.
• Support assignments relating to CIT, VAT, withholding tax, and other foreign taxation matters.
• Prepare technical workings, research notes, and issue-based analysis.
• Analyse tax implications of cross-border transactions and intercompany arrangements.
• Research international tax regulations, circulars, and guidance.
• Exposure to UK, Australia, US, or other international tax jurisdictions will be an added advantage.
• Strong research capabilities for global markets and foreign regulatory frameworks will be preferred.

Accounting Software & ERP Exposure

• Working knowledge of Tally / TallyPrime (ledger scrutiny, accounting entries, reconciliations, data extraction).
• Working knowledge of Zoho Books (accounting review, bank reconciliation, transaction classifications, reporting).
• Basic to working knowledge of NetSuite (ledger review, transaction analysis, reconciliations).
• Familiarity with Xero and QuickBooks (bookkeeping, bank reconciliation, reporting).
• Review accounting information to identify potential tax, GST, and compliance implications.
• Experience with accounting systems used by MNCs or international clients will be an added advantage.

Technical Research, Drafting & Issue Resolution

• Independently research statutory provisions, rules, notifications, circulars, and case laws.
• Prepare technical notes, issue-based analysis, and supporting workings.
• Assist in drafting technically sound replies, submissions, clarification letters, and client communications.
• Review and analyse tax-related queries.
• Identify practical solutions and present findings.
• Support the team in resolving technical issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain adequate supporting documentation.

Client Coordination & Assignment Completion

• Coordinate with clients and internal team members to collect information and documents.
• Review assignment status and identify pending items.
• Ensure team members understand deliverables and deadlines.
• Review client communications and assist in preparing responses.
• Escalate delays, material errors, and technical issues.
• Ensure assignments are properly documented and completed in accordance with internal review processes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Chartered Accountant (CA) Fresher with strong conceptual knowledge and practical exposure to taxation, regulatory compliance, and tax research.
• CA Dropout with practical taxation experience and sound technical knowledge.
• CA Freshers with exposure through articleship, internships, or practical training may be considered.
• Practical experience in preparing tax calculations, reconciliations, supporting workings, and technical research is preferred.
• Selection will be based on technical knowledge, practical exposure, research capabilities, drafting skills, analytical ability, and potential to contribute to the team.

Core Competencies

• Technical review and quality control.
• Team guidance, coordination, and follow-up.
• Tax calculations, reconciliations, and supporting workings.
• Tax research, technical analysis, and drafting.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ownership, accountability, and timely assignment completion.
• Professional communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Willingness to learn Indian taxation, FEMA, and global taxation.

Added Advantages

• Experience in GST audits, departmental audits, and litigation drafting.
• Experience reviewing GST refunds, export-related compliance, and LUT matters.
• Experience handling income tax notices, scrutiny proceedings, and assessment support.
• Strong knowledge of TDS reconciliations, advance tax calculations, and Income Tax provisions.
• Exposure to FEMA, RBI compliance, FDI, ODI, ECB, and cross-border transactions.
• International taxation experience, including CIT, VAT, and foreign tax research.
• Strong research capabilities in global tax jurisdictions and international regulatory matters.
• Working knowledge of Tally, Zoho Books, NetSuite, Xero, or QuickBooks.
• Experience with MNC clients and international accounting systems.

Team Structure & Professional Development

• Work with a team of approximately 8–10 members, primarily Articles / Trainees.
• Receive guidance and support from the Manager and Senior Manager.
• Develop technical research, drafting, analytical, review, and coordination skills.
• Progressively take responsibility for technical review and assignment coordination.

Summary

• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Location: Noida, UP
• Work Mode: On-site
• Department: Tax, Regulatory and Advisory Associate
• Reporting To: Manager / Senior Manager
• Team Structure: Approximately 8–10 members
• Qualification: CA Fresher / CA Dropout with relevant experience