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Gorky Tiwari

Hyderabad

Summary

Seasoned tax professional with 11+ years of diversified experience in Indirect Taxation across consulting and industry, including significant exposure to IT/ITeS, Agro-Chemical, Pharmaceuticals, and global trade operations. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, streamlining tax processes through technology, ensuring robust GST compliance and litigation strategy, and managing SEZ/STPI/FTP frameworks effectively.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Cluster Manager Tax

Hetero Group
12.2024 - Current
  • Lead Indirect Tax function for Hetero group of companies engaged in API manufacturing.
  • Supervise GST compliance ecosystem which includes review of preparation and filing of monthly/annual GST returns, reconciliations between books and returns, determination of eligible Input Tax Credit, E-Way bill compliances, and other relevant compliances.
  • Spearhead Indirect tax litigation strategy which includes supervising departmental audits and assessments, drafting high stakes SCNs and Appeals, representation and liaisoning with various tax authorities.
  • Oversee end to end GST refund applications and coordinating with GST department for its expeditious realization.
  • Coordinating with SAP/ERP and tax tech vendors for process automation aimed at simplifying GST compliances.

Senior Manager Tax

Adama India Private Limited
04.2021 - 11.2024
  • Directing and managing PAN India GST compliances for 17 tax entities inter- alia, preparation and filing of monthly/annual GST returns, reconciliations between books and returns, determination of eligible Input Tax Credit, E-Way bill compliances, and other compliances related to filing of ISD & ITC-04returns.
  • Handling routine tax department correspondences and ensuring timely responses and accurate documentation, preparing and filing of GST refund applications, drafting replies to Appeals, coordinating with the tax department and appearing before various tax authorities on a PAN India scale which includes liaisoning with departmental officers assessing GST audit and assessments processes in order to secure favorable outcome.
  • Handling special assessments arising out of DGGL, Anti Dumping, SIIB offices on matters related to GST.
  • Tax Technology - Leading implementation of tax automation solutions for GST compliance by collaborating with IT and external vendors to integrate return filing, ITC reconciliation, and way bill/e-invoice workflows into SAP B1 and other ERP environments, enhancing accuracy and reducing manual intervention.
  • Customs and Foreign Trade Policy – End to end coordination with DGFT/Customs department for realizing the post export benefits, pre import benefit, managing various customs related issues including special valuation, duty drawback & classification of goods.
  • Support other functions with indirect tax related compliances such as cost audit, tax audit etc.
  • Offering guidance and insights on overall tax matters to the field staff – Sales team, warehouse teams etc.
  • Other Projects – drawing mechanism for Cross charge and Input Service Distribution, filing and obtaining Special Brand Rate, end to end coordination for obtaining AEO T1 and T2 status, handled Customs Onsite Post Clearance Audit (2017-18 to 2021-22), GST TRAN 1 audits.

Manager Indirect Tax

KPMG
03.2019 - 05.2020
  • Lead a team of 7 professionals, overseeing client service delivery for a diverse portfolio including Pharma, Agro Chemical, and IT/ITeS industries.
  • Played a key role in business development efforts, identifying new opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and securing new engagements.
  • Provided comprehensive support to clients in meeting end-to-end GST compliance requirements, including tax return filing, preparation, and filing of GST Audit reports, Annual and Returns (GSTR9 & 9C).
  • Expertly navigated compliances and rendered advisory under other direct statutes such as SEZ, STPI, and EOU, ensuring full regulatory adherence.
  • Facilitated clients in securing tax refunds and incentives under the Foreign Trade Policy as well as local state incentives driving additional value addition and cost savings for clients.
  • Implemented integration of latest tax technology solutions, including E-Invoice and E- Way bill systems, as well as GST compliance tools, seamlessly integrating them with client ERP systems.
  • Managing all aspects of Indirect Tax litigation (GST, Customs, Service Tax, FTP etc) for the clients such as suggesting litigation mitigating techniques, meticulously preparing responses to notices and appeals, coordinating and representing before various tax authorities till Tribunal level.

Deputy Manager Indirect Tax

Deloitte Haskins and Sells
01.2018 - 02.2019
  • Advised multiple clients belonging to industries such as EPC, Real Estate, Hospitality on GST Impact Assessments and Anti Profiteering analysis.
  • Drafting Reply to Show Cause Notice, Order in Original/Appeals, advance ruling application on matters pertaining to Customs, Central Excise, Service tax & GST and appearing before various tax authorities till Tribunal level.

Assistant Manager Indirect Tax

PwC
04.2015 - 01.2018
  • Addressing and promptly responding to clients’ day-to-day inquiries encompassing various issues under Goods and Service Tax, Central Excise, Customs, VAT, and FTP, ensuring clarity and resolution.
  • Contributing to transactional-level GST impact assessments for numerous clients spanning diverse sectors such as Hospitality, FMCG, Automobile, and Real Estate, facilitating informed decision-making.
  • Offering strategic advice to clients on GST migration challenges, including invoicing protocols, credit transfer to the GST regime, and establishment of robust GST compliance frameworks.
  • Preparation, review, and filing of Central Excise, Service Tax, and GST returns, including GSTR 1, 3B, and Tran-1 for both manufacturing and service entities.
  • Collaborating with SAP/ERP teams to implement IT-related adjustments necessitated by GST, ensuring seamless integration and compliance.
  • Played a pivotal role in conducting Due Diligence Reporting from the Indirect Tax perspective for DLF Ltd, aiding in the divestiture of its equity stake in the rental business.
  • Providing advisory support to audit and assurance teams on Indirect tax provisioning as per Accounting Standards.
  • Drafting responses to show cause notices and drafting appeals across Service Tax, Excise, Customs, and GST matters, with representation before various tax authorities till Tribunal level.
  • Assisting multiple clients pre and post-GST, in devising and implementing tax structuring strategies for transactions such as slump sales and mergers for ensuring optimal tax outcomes.

Associate

CA Associates
01.2014 - 02.2015
  • Addressing registration issues under Service Tax, Customs, and Central Excise, matters concerning Invoicing, Tax Liability, Classification, and Valuation of client transactions.
  • Conducting thorough review of Service Tax Returns along with reconciliation of returns with Books of Accounts; review of classification and taxability, payment of Service Taxetc.
  • Performing internal audits for clients on Annual, Half-Yearly, or Quarterly basis from Indirect Tax perspective, identifying areas for improvement, tax risk mitigation etc.
  • Drafting replies to Show Cause Notices issued by Adjudicating Authorities, and handling Appeals up to the High Court level on matters pertaining to Service Tax, Central Excise, and Customs, ensuring robust defense and resolution.
  • Representing clients and presenting arguments before various Tax Authorities till Tribunal level on issues related to Service Tax, Central Excise, and Customs, advocating for favorable outcomes.

Education

LL.B -

Faculty of Law, Delhi University

CS (Finalist) -

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India

Bachelor of Commerce -

University of Kumaun

Advanced Diploma - International Trade

ICMAI

Skills

  • NIIT certification in MS Office
  • Language certifications - C, C, Java
  • ERP - SAP B1, Focus
  • ASP Tools : Cleartax, PwC
  • Tax database software – ExCus, TIOL, AIR etc

Awards

Awarded with Adama Dynamo award for best performer in Finance function., Received Certificate of Appreciation on behalf of Adama India from the CBIC, Ministry of Finance.

Timeline

Cluster Manager Tax

Hetero Group
12.2024 - Current

Senior Manager Tax

Adama India Private Limited
04.2021 - 11.2024

Manager Indirect Tax

KPMG
03.2019 - 05.2020

Deputy Manager Indirect Tax

Deloitte Haskins and Sells
01.2018 - 02.2019

Assistant Manager Indirect Tax

PwC
04.2015 - 01.2018

Associate

CA Associates
01.2014 - 02.2015

Advanced Diploma - International Trade

ICMAI

LL.B -

Faculty of Law, Delhi University

CS (Finalist) -

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India

Bachelor of Commerce -

University of Kumaun

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