CA Jaffar Maruf
Mumbai
Summary
Experienced Tax Manager specializing in direct and indirect tax compliance and international taxation. Expertise includes tax strategy, regulatory advisory, and risk management, with hands-on involvement in assessments and representations. Focused on driving tax efficiency and ensuring compliance while collaborating with stakeholders to align tax strategies with business objectives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Deputy Chief Manager
Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Company Limited
Thane
04.2023 - Current
- Managed end-to-end compliance for direct and indirect taxes, ensuring timely and accurate filing of returns, statements, and statutory reports.
- Led tax litigation matters, including assessments, appeals, notices, and departmental audits across income tax, GST, and other indirect tax laws, ensuring effective representation and resolution of issues.
- Represented the organization before tax authorities, appellate forums, and tribunals; coordinated with external consultants and legal counsel as required.
- Reviewed tax computations, provisions, and reconciliations for compliance with tax laws and accounting standards, safeguarding the organization's financial integrity.
- Advised business and finance teams on tax implications of transactions, contracts, and business structuring to optimize tax efficiency.
- Monitored changes in tax laws, regulations, and judicial precedents; assessed impact and implemented necessary process or policy changes.
- Supported audits and due diligence by providing tax data, explanations, and litigation status updates.
- Strengthened internal controls and processes, enhancing tax compliance and mitigating litigation risks through proactive oversight and risk assessment.
Assistant Manager
POLYCAB INDIA LIMITED
Mumbai
06.2021 - 03.2023
- Ensured compliance with Direct Tax and Transfer Pricing returns per Income Tax Act, 1961 and Indian regulations, mitigating risks and ensuring accurate reporting.
- Managed Direct Tax and International Taxation, overseeing transfer pricing compliance, documentation, and assessments to support strategic decision-making.
- Coordinated transfer pricing audits and regulatory filings, liaising with advisors and tax authorities to ensure effective compliance and resolution of inquiries.
Accounts and Tax Executive
ESHITA RUBBER PRIVATE LIMITED
Bhayandar
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Maintained books of accounts and finalized accounts with accurate reconciliations.
- Prepared and filed Income Tax, GST, and TDS returns, including revisions and reconciliations.
- Supported statutory and internal audits by delivering financial data and clarifying audit queries.
- Managed tax assessments and closures for Income Tax, Service Tax, VAT, and GST, ensuring compliance and timely resolutions.
Article Assistant /Associate
BUNDELA & ASSOCIATES CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS.
Mira Road
05.2015 - 06.2020
- Led Direct Tax compliance, tax planning, and assessments up to Principal Commissioner level, ensuring adherence to regulations.
- Handled International Taxation including Form 15CA/15CB, DTAA interpretation, and tax liability determination.
- Managed GST compliance (GSTR-3B/GSTR-1, GSTR-2B reconciliation, GST TDS/TCS).
- Coordinated VAT and Service Tax assessments, facilitating CAG audits and addressing Commissioner-level matters effectively.
- Ensured compliance under the Companies Act, 2013, including Schedule III financials and ROC filings.
- Finalized accounts and ensured statutory compliance using Dynamics NAV, Tally, and Oracle, streamlining financial reporting processes.
Education
Final (Exemption in Law, International Tax, Indirect Tax)) - ICAI
THE INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS OF INDIA
Mumbai11-2022
IPCC (Exemption in Law and Taxation) - ICAI
THE INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS OF INDIA
Mumbai05-2017
CPT - ICAI
THE INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS OF INDIA
Mumbai12-2012
Master of Commerce - MUMBAI UNIVERSITY
MUMBAI UNIVERSITY IDOL
Mumbai03-2017
Bachelor of Commerce - MUMBAI UNIVERSITY
Thakur College of Science & Commerce
Mumbai03-2015
HSC - MAHARASHTRA STATE BOARD
IESF & JR. COLLEGE
Furus03-2012
SSC - MAHARASHTRA STATE BOARD
IESF & JR. COLLEGE
Furus03-2010
Skills
- Direct & Indirect Tax Leadership
- Tax Strategy, Planning & Governance
- Tax Litigation & Risk Management
- International Taxation & Transfer Pricing
- Regulatory & Statutory Compliance
- Audit Oversight & Authority Representation
- Stakeholder & Senior Management Advisory
- Process Optimization & Control Frameworks
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Marathi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Kokani
Native
Native
Urdu
Beginner
A1
Arabic
Elementary (A2)
A2
Certification
LOMA - Level 1
Accomplishments
- Two times Quarterly Award winner - Polycab India Limited
Affiliations
Conducted Virtual and Inperson Employee training at ABSLI - Pan India
Timeline
Deputy Chief Manager
Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Company Limited
04.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager
POLYCAB INDIA LIMITED
06.2021 - 03.2023
Accounts and Tax Executive
ESHITA RUBBER PRIVATE LIMITED
07.2020 - 05.2021
Article Assistant /Associate
BUNDELA & ASSOCIATES CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS.
05.2015 - 06.2020
Final (Exemption in Law, International Tax, Indirect Tax)) - ICAI
THE INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS OF INDIA
IPCC (Exemption in Law and Taxation) - ICAI
THE INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS OF INDIA
CPT - ICAI
THE INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS OF INDIA
Master of Commerce - MUMBAI UNIVERSITY
MUMBAI UNIVERSITY IDOL
Bachelor of Commerce - MUMBAI UNIVERSITY
Thakur College of Science & Commerce
HSC - MAHARASHTRA STATE BOARD
IESF & JR. COLLEGE
SSC - MAHARASHTRA STATE BOARD
IESF & JR. COLLEGE