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
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