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Senior Associate - Taxation
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About this role
Senior Associate - Taxation
Experience: 3-5 Years
📍 Bengaluru | Full-time | 6 Days Working
About Bolt. Earth
Bolt. Earth is India's largest vertically integrated P2P electric vehicle (EV) charging network, with more than 100,000 chargers deployed across 1,900+ cities, serving a wide base of EV users. Founded in 2017, the company evolved from building connected IoT solutions to creating a vertically integrated EV ecosystem that combines hardware, software, manufacturing, deployment, and services under one roof.
It's an open network that supports 2, 3, and 4 wheelers with both standard and fast-charging options, powered by the Bolt. Earth mobile app that enables a seamless scan, pay, charge experience and allows charger owners to generate passive income. Backed by collaborations with leading OEMs and ecosystem partners and supported by its proprietary Charger Management System (CMS). Bolt. Earth is positioned at the forefront of building smarter, sustainable, and connected mobility solutions in India and beyond.
Job Summary
The Senior Associate – GST & TDS will be responsible for ensuring timely and accurate compliance with GST and TDS regulations, including statutory return filing, tax payments, reconciliations, and tax assessments. The role involves coordinating with internal stakeholders, auditors, consultants, and government authorities to ensure full compliance with applicable tax laws. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and sound knowledge of Indian direct and indirect tax laws.
Key Responsibilities
GST Compliance
- Manage GST registrations, including Principal Place of Business (PPOB), Additional Place of Business (APPOB), Virtual Principal Place of Business (VPPOB), and Input Service Distributor (ISD) registrations, amendments, and cancellations.
- Prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual GST returns, including GSTR-1, GSTR-1A, GSTR-3B, ITC-04, GSTR-8, GSTR-9, GSTR-9C, Letter of Undertaking (LUT), Form DRC-03 (Voluntary Payment), and other applicable GST returns.
- Reconcile TDS/TCS credits reflected on the GST portal and ensure timely accounting and utilization.
- Perform reconciliation of GSTR-2B/GSTR-2A with the purchase register, sales register, Electronic Cash Ledger, Electronic Credit Ledger, and books of accounts.
- Perform E-Way Bill reconciliation with sales and dispatch records.
- Reconcile Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) transactions and ensure accurate reporting and tax payment.
- Prepare and maintain statements for Unclaimed and Reclaimed Input Tax Credit (ITC) in accordance with GST provisions.
- Reconcile GST output liability with the books of accounts and ensure accuracy of tax reporting.
- Ensure timely payment of GST and optimum utilization of eligible Input Tax Credit (ITC).
- Verify vendor GST compliance, monitor vendor return filings, and follow up for invoice corrections, amendments, and GST compliance issues.
- Handle GST notices, departmental queries, scrutiny proceedings, assessments, and correspondence with GST authorities, ensuring timely submission of replies and supporting documents.
- Keep abreast of changes in GST laws, notifications, circulars, and judicial pronouncements, and ensure timely implementation of regulatory changes.
TDS Compliance
- Calculate and deduct TDS under applicable provisions of the Income-tax Act.
- Ensure timely deposit of TDS and preparation of challans.
- Prepare and file quarterly TDS returns (Form 24Q, 26Q, 27Q, etc.).
- Download and issue Form 16 and Form 16A certificates.
- Reconcile TDS with Form 26AS and TRACES.
- Resolve TDS defaults, notices, and reconciliation issues.
- Coordinate with vendors and employees regarding TDS-related matters.
Reconciliation & Reporting
- Perform monthly reconciliation of GST and TDS balances.
- Prepare MIS reports related to statutory compliance.
- Support month-end and year-end financial closing activities.
- Maintain compliance calendars and ensure adherence to statutory due dates.
Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities to automate GST and TDS processes.
- Improve reconciliation procedures and compliance controls.
Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of GST and Income-tax (TDS) provisions.
- Working knowledge of the GST portal, TRACES, and the Income Tax portal.
- Proficiency in MS Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIFS).
- Experience with ERP systems such as Zoho Books.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- 100% timely and accuracy of GST and TDS compliances.
- Zero statutory penalties due to compliance delays.
- Accurate GST and TDS reconciliations.
- Timely resolution of tax notices and audit queries.
- Reduction in reconciliation differences and compliance issues.
- Timely completion of monthly statutory reports and tax payments.
Qualification
- B.Com / M.Com
- CA Inter / CMA Inter (Preferred)
Experience
- 3–5 years of experience in GST and TDS compliance.
- Experience in manufacturing, e-commerce, EV, technology, or logistics industries is preferred.
Perks That Are Perky
- Get Your EV Groove On: We’ll cover your EV EMIs. Yes, really.
- Grow Like Crazy: Courses, mentoring, and all the feedback you can handle.
- Flex It Out: Work how you work best – WFO or hybrid.
- Top-Tier Wellness: Flexible schedules, insurance, comprehensive wellness programs, and mental health support.
- Referral rewards: Share the Bolt.Earth love and earn 50% of monthly CTC of the candidate.
Company
Bolt
Bengaluru, India
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