DARSHAN KUMARA M

• Assisted in evaluating and preparing VAT (Value Added Tax) returns for clients across EMEA Regions, while ensuring compliance with tax regulations
• Preparing VAT returns based on the periodicity (Monthly/Bi-Monthly/Quarterly/SemiAnnual and Annual) and compliance calendar for each month which is prepared as per respective filing due dates for specific countries
• Worked on various VAT obligations- VAT Return, Intrastat Arrivals, Intrastat Dispatches, European Sales and Purchase Listings, VAT Ledger
• Showcased leadership in compiling and reviewing accounting and financial data to ensure accurate completion of tax returns
• Utilized MS Power BI, One Source, and EY Specific Tools for data analysis & reporting
• Prepared and reviewed tax returns, consolidated deliverables with clients, and submitted VAT obligations to respective tax authorities within statutory deadlines
• Developed and maintained VAT compliance processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy of filed returns
• Maintained an issue log to track and escalate inconsistencies in compliance processes to managers for resolution
• Drafted working papers for VAT audits and assisted the Onshore Team in addressing audit queries from tax authorities and supervising the filings performed co-ordinating and supporting on shore team with client communication
• Engaged in discussions with country champions to address tax-related queries

*Conducted a thorough review of queries raised by the preparer, thereby ensuring accuracy and completeness.

*Reviewed the deliverables to ensure compliance with tax regulations and client requirements.

*Coordinated & provided support to the Onshore Team in client communications regarding tax-related matters.

*Ensured timely submission of deliverables and met statutory deadlines & client expectations.

*Coordinated with the client to address any additional queries or questions raised by the tax office and provided timely and appropriate responses.

*Orchestrated end-to-end preparation of tax returns and ensured a seamless process from data extraction to final filing.

*Extracted relevant data from client SAP software to gather necessary information for return preparation.

*Conducted data validation & raised queries when clarifications were needed and Prepared accurate and timely deliverables and adhered to client requirements & statutory deadlines.

*Reviewed SAP invoices as necessary and verified their compliance with tax regulations.

*Implemented adjustments to the returns based on client feedback or responses and Formulated drafts and customized to country-specific requirements to facilitate a comprehensive review process.

*Filed the tax returns promptly upon receiving final client approval and ensured compliance with regulatory obligations.