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Harsha Joshi

Senior Tax / Finance Associate
Bengaluru

Summary

Senior Tax Executive coordinating TDS/TCS compliance, GST return filing, and reconciliation across client accounts. Handles certificate issuance, notice responses, and compliance monitoring to keep filings accurate and on time. Supports clients on tax law changes and documentation standards while reducing exposure to penalties.

Overview

3
3
Certifications
11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance Associate

Vahan Technologies India Pvt. Ltd.
08.2025 - Current
  • Prepared and presented 12+ monthly MIS reports analysing profitability, sales, accounts receivable, bank balances, cash flow, and overall financial performance, enabling data-driven decision-making by senior management.
  • Computed and reconciled ₹10+ Cr annual payroll taxes, maintaining 99.9% accuracy in statutory deductions.
  • Prepared and presented 12+ monthly MIS reports analysing profitability, sales, accounts receivable, bank balances, cash flow, and overall financial performance, facilitating informed decision-making by senior management.
  • Computed and reconciled ₹10+ Cr annual payroll taxes with 99.9% accuracy in statutory deductions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Processed 200+ monthly reimbursement and GST transactions, ensuring accurate tax compliance and timely settlements.
  • Performed 500+ monthly reconciliations across payroll, tax returns, and government portals, reducing discrepancies by 95%.
  • Issued 1,000+ Form 16s and completed annual tax reconciliations within statutory timelines.
  • Resolved 25+ tax notices and supported an ITAT appeal for a ₹3.45 crore international transaction, ensuring timely documentation and regulatory compliance.
  • Supported statutory and tax audits, maintaining 100% audit-ready documentation.

Tax Executive

Trip Factory(ORN Vacations) Pvt Ltd
01.2024 - Current
  • Prepared and filed TDS (24Q, 26Q) and TCS (27EQ) returns accurately and within deadlines, ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • GST Return Filing : File GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B) in compliance with laws.
  • Deductions Calculation : Calculate and verify TDS/TCS amounts per tax rates and thresholds.
  • Client Query Resolution : Address client queries on TCS compliance and regulations.
  • TDS/TCS Certificate Issuance : Issue TDS certificates (Form 16, Form 16A) and ensure proper documentation.
  • Monitored TDS, TCS, and GST compliance proactively, minimizing risk of penalties and fostering regulatory adherence.
  • Reconciliation : Reconcile TDS/TCS deductions and GST output/input taxes for accuracy.
  • Notice Handling : Responded to tax authority notices with documentation.
  • Trained clients on TDS, TCS, and GST compliance best practices, enhancing their understanding and reducing potential compliance issues.
  • Regulatory Updates : Stay updated on tax law changes and adjust filing practices.
  • Audit Support : Assist with organizing documentation for tax audits.
  • Tax Notice Representation : Represented the company at GST/tax offices, saving ₹20 lakhs in penalties.

Audit Assistant and Tax Return Expert

V.P. Shinde& Company. Chartered Accountant
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Ensured timely filing of tax returns and compliance with all tax regulations, including TDS, GST, and income tax.
  • Coordinated with external auditors for annual audits and ensured compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of income tax and GST regulations, enhancing client advisory and representation effectiveness.
  • Acted as a primary point of contact for clients during assessments and inquiries by the Income Tax Department.
  • Drafted and submitted detailed responses to notices issued by the Income Tax authorities, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
  • Assisted in the preparation and presentation of documents during tax audits, ensuring thorough compliance and representation.
  • Ensured meticulous attention to detail in documentation and compliance, mitigating risks during representation.
  • Strengthened internal controls through regular audits, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
  • Developed comprehensive financial reports for executive decision-making support.
  • Oversaw the implementation and management of accounting and financial management software.
  • Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and improving data accuracy.

Articleship Under Chartered Accountant as Audit/Assistant Accountant

V.P. Shinde& Company. Chartered Accountant
01.2016 - 01.2020
  • Prepared and reviewed complex individual, partnership, corporate, and trust tax returns, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws, resulting in accurate and timely submissions.
  • Conducted regular reconciliations of balance sheet accounts to maintain accurate records essential for decision-making purposes.
  • Assisted with month-end financial close processes, including journal entries and
    reconciliations.
  • Utilized accounting software Tally to record transactions, reconcile accounts, and
    generate financial reports.
  • Assisted in the preparation of tax returns and compliance documentation.
  • Assisted in interpreting tax regulations to ensure compliance.
  • Filing of Returns

Income Tax Returns (ITR) :Prepare ITRs based on the financial data collected.
Ensure all required information is accurately filled and supported by documentation.
Assist in e-filing ITRs for clients.

Goods and Services Tax (GST) Returns : Prepare and file GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, GSTR-9C etc.) based on sales and purchases.
Ensure timely filing to avoid penalties.

  • Reconcile GST returns with books of accounts to ensure consistency.
  • Identify discrepancies between GSTR-1 and GSTR-2A/2B and assist in rectifying them.
  • Assisted in audit planning by developing audit plans and timelines, facilitating organized and streamlined audit processes.

Education

Master in Law: Business Law -

Manikchand Pahade Law College
Aurangabad, India
06-2025

Bachelor of Law: Business Law -

Manikchand Pahade Law College
Aurangabad, India
2023

Master of Commerce: Finance -

S.B.E.S. College of Commerce And Arts
Aurangabad, India
2019

Bachelor of Commerce: Finance -

S.B.E.S. College of Commerce And Arts
Aurangabad, India
2017

CA Intermediate, Both Groups -

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Delhi, India
2017

Skills

  • Tds return filing
  • Tcs return filing
  • Gst return filing
  • Tax reconciliation
  • Notice handling
  • Financial reporting
  • Tax audit support
  • Income tax compliance
  • Tally ERP
  • Zoho Books

Accomplishments

  • Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
  • Supervised team of 20+ staff members.
  • Documented and resolved Tax Notice which led to closure of appeals and tax notices.
  • Developed a streamlined process for TDS and GST return filing, reducing filing time by 30% and minimizing compliance risks.
  • Successfully restructured the workflow for the filing of IT and GST returns by delegating tasks based on team members' strengths, which led to a 25% increase in efficiency.

Certification

Certification of Advance Integratred Course of Information Technology and Soft Skills - Advance Information Technology and Management and Communication Skill Course by ICAI.

Timeline

Finance Associate

Vahan Technologies India Pvt. Ltd.
08.2025 - Current

Tax Executive

Trip Factory(ORN Vacations) Pvt Ltd
01.2024 - Current

Audit Assistant and Tax Return Expert

V.P. Shinde& Company. Chartered Accountant
01.2022 - 01.2023

Articleship Under Chartered Accountant as Audit/Assistant Accountant

V.P. Shinde& Company. Chartered Accountant
01.2016 - 01.2020

CA Intermediate, Both Groups -

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

Bachelor of Commerce: Finance -

S.B.E.S. College of Commerce And Arts

Master of Commerce: Finance -

S.B.E.S. College of Commerce And Arts

Bachelor of Law: Business Law -

Manikchand Pahade Law College

Master in Law: Business Law -

Manikchand Pahade Law College
Harsha JoshiSenior Tax / Finance Associate