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Ankush Aggarwal

VAT Manager
Dublin

Summary

Seasoned VAT Compliance Manager with over 8+ years of experience in ensuring organizational adherence to VAT regulations. Proven expertise in developing and implementing tax strategies, conducting compliance process reviews, and managing relationships with the clients and different teams. Adept at leading teams, optimizing processes, and leveraging technology to enhance compliance efficiency.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Indirect Tax Manager

PricewaterhouseCoopers Ireland
10.2022 - Current
  • Oversee VAT compliance for 150+ entities ensuring timely and accurate filings.
  • Develop multi-purpose automated tool on annual return filing which helped the team to complete timely filings
  • Develop an automation tool to read and download MyEnquiries from ROS website for the whole channel and triggering automatic emails to the recipient of the correspondence
  • Dealing with Revenue on different type of interventions, refund claims and compliance related queries.
  • Develop and implement robust VAT compliance policies and procedures, reducing non-compliance risks.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for staff members, enhancing their knowledge and understanding of indirect tax regulations.
  • Enhanced internal controls surrounding the calculation and remittance of indirect taxes through regular review and updates.
  • Streamlined indirect tax processes for improved efficiency and accuracy in reporting.
  • Analyzed and interpreted new tax legislation, ensuring compliance and advising on potential impacts.

Indirect Tax Manager

Price Waterhouse & Co LLP, PwC
11.2016 - 09.2022
  • Lead GST compliance process and provide comprehensive support to the tax function of clients
  • Implemented tax technology solutions for managing compliances under GST including e-invoicing, returns, e-way bill, vendor reconciliation and litigation management tools
  • Facilitated integration of modern tax software with client accounting software.
  • Provided VAT and GST litigation support including preparation and filing of submissions with government tax authorities
  • Prepared customised SOP of refunds under GST for a renewable sector company (Accumulated ITC refund)
  • Provided tax advisory on routine and typical business transactions including input tax credit optimisation, composite supplies, cross charge, mergers and business transfers. Offered clients recommendations to reduce tax liabilities.
  • Managed team of 5+ people and responsible for independent ownership of client deliverables.

Education

Bachelor of Law - Law

Chaudhary Charan Singh University
India
07.2014 - 06.2017

Professional Course -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
India
06.2010 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce

University of Delhi, India
India
06.2010 - 05.2013

Skills

    VAT Compliance & Reporting

    Tax Technology Proficiency

    Indirect Tax Planning

    Process Optimization

    VAT and GST Knowledge

    Tax Risk Assessment

    International Tax Regulations

    Team Building Leadership

    Strategy Development

Additional Information

  • Nominated for the Above & beyond for onboarding and setting up the process for a complex aircraft leasing group
  • Showcased the Tax innovation of ROS mailbox automation tool to the whole channel
  • Star Reward & Recognition award- Client Appreciation Award PwC India Processing of distinctive refund for locomotive manufacturing client

Timeline

Indirect Tax Manager

PricewaterhouseCoopers Ireland
10.2022 - Current

Indirect Tax Manager

Price Waterhouse & Co LLP, PwC
11.2016 - 09.2022

Bachelor of Law - Law

Chaudhary Charan Singh University
07.2014 - 06.2017

Professional Course -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
06.2010 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce

University of Delhi, India
06.2010 - 05.2013
Ankush AggarwalVAT Manager