Pfizer
Pharmaceutical
AssociateManager-IndirectTaxation
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“Associate Manager - Indirect Taxation at Pfizer. Skills: Indirect Taxation, GST, Customs, EOU. Manage and execute Indirect Tax matters in India. Support Taxation Lead”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure compliant and efficient Indirect Tax operations; Ensure compliance with evolving tax laws and internal controls; Drive continuous improvement in Indirect Tax processes
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Chartered Accountant, 4-6 years of hands-on experience in Indirect Taxation, exposure to GST compliance, audits, and litigation support, Thorough working knowledge of GST law, rules, reconciliations, and departmental procedures, experience in EOU, Customs, and FTP-related compliances, Experience in preparing and handling GST notices, hearings, and appeals, Proficiency in SAP (FI-CO, MM, SD), Excel, and GST compliance tools
Nice to Have
Experience in handling external stakeholders like Auditors, tax Authorities and other internal senior stakeholders, Very Good Understanding of GST & EOU related regulations and aspects thereof, Pharmaceutical Experience is preferred, Preferably should have worked in Global MNCs
What You'll Do.
Manage and execute Indirect Tax matters in India
Support Taxation Lead
Ensure timely and accurate GST return filings
Handle GST departmental audits
Manage EOU-related compliances
Oversee Customs and EOU documentation
Ensure compliance with Foreign Trade Policy (FTP)
Support accurate GST accounting
Partner with Manufacturing
Provide practical guidance on Indirect Tax matters
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Interact independently with tax authorities, auditors, internal stakeholders, and external consultants; Partner closely with Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Global Tax, and external advisors; Coordinate with external tax consultants and legal counsel; Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Finance teams; Provide practical guidance on Indirect Tax matters to internal stakeholders; Support the Taxation Lead on special projects
Full Job Description
## **** ## At Pfizer we make medicines and vaccines that change patients' lives with a global reach of over 780 million patients. ## The **Sr. Associate – Indirect Taxation** will be responsible for **hands‑on management and execution of Indirect Tax matters in India** , primarily covering **GST, Customs, and EOU‑related compliances** , for a large multinational pharmaceutical organization with manufacturing and R&D operations. ## The role will **support the Taxation Lead** and act as a key operational owner for Indirect Tax compliance, audits, reconciliations, litigation support, and regulatory interactions. The incumbent will be accountable for **timely and accurate GST return filings, reconciliations, assessments, appeals, and departmental representations** , while ensuring compliance with evolving tax laws and internal controls. ## This role requires **strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and hands‑on execution capability** , along with the ability to interact independently with tax authorities, auditors, internal stakeholders, and external consultants. The position partners closely with Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Global Tax, and external advisors to ensure compliant and efficient Indirect Tax operations. ## ## **ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES** ## **1\. GST Compliance & Return Management** ## · Prepare, review, and file **monthly, quarterly, and annual GST returns** , including GSTR‑1, GSTR‑3B, GSTR‑2B reconciliations, and annual returns. ## · Perform **detailed reconciliations** between GST returns, books of accounts, and e‑way bills; identify mismatches and ensure timely corrective actions. ## · Monitor GST credit eligibility, utilization, reversals, and ensure accurate accounting and reporting of GST balances. ## · Track changes in GST law and ensure **timely implementation of statutory and procedural updates**. ## ## **2\. GST Audits, Assessments & Litigation Support** ## · Handle **GST departmental audits, assessments, and inspections** , inc
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