SAP
Imran Saifi
Chartered Accountant
New Delhi
Summary
Results-driven Chartered Accountant with 6+ years of experience specializing in Indirect Taxation, GST Compliance, Audits, and Process Automation. Proven expertise in handling multi-state GST compliance, tax audits, and litigation management while driving digital transformation using SAP, Power BI, Power Automate, and VBA. Adept at optimizing working capital, reducing tax risks, and streamlining financial processes to enhance efficiency. Strong leadership in automating reconciliations, tax filings, and MIS reporting for top management. Passionate about leveraging technology to improve financial accuracy and compliance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Manager
Bosch Limited
11.2018 - Current
- Manage GST compliance for multiple registrations across India, ensuring timely return filing and adherence to regulatory changes.
- Handle GST Audits, Assessments, and Appeals, effectively responding to notices from tax authorities.
- Oversee GST return filing and reconciliation (e.g., GSTR-2B), ensuring accuracy in ITC claims and minimizing tax risks.
- Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams (CFT) including Finance, IT, Supply Chain, and Legal to streamline tax processes, implement system improvements, and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Support internal and statutory audits, collaborating with auditors to streamline financial reporting and compliance.
- Prepare GST MIS reports for top management, providing data-driven insights for strategic decision-making.
- Optimize working capital flow by ensuring timely tax payments, reducing interest costs and penalties.
- Ensure smooth execution of E-way bill and Import ITC reconciliation projects, enhancing efficiency and reducing compliance risks.
- Lead process automation initiatives, integrating SAP enhancements, Power BI dashboards, and Power Automate solutions to improve tax reconciliation and reporting.
- Drive digital transformation in tax processes, automating reconciliations, tax filings, and MIS reporting.
Senior Associate
Sunder Sharma & Co. (Chartered Accountants Firm)
09.2017 - 10.2018
- Managed statutory audits, internal audits, tax audits, and GST compliance for multiple high-profile clients across industries, including Exide Industries, Crompton Greaves, IFFDC, and Delhi Police Housing Corporation.
- Led GST return filing, reconciliations, and litigation support, ensuring compliance with evolving tax regulations.
- Conducted financial statement audits, verifying accuracy and adherence to accounting standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams and client management to improve tax processes, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance.
- Performed stock audits and forensic reviews to identify discrepancies and strengthen internal controls.
- Assisted in direct taxation matters, including tax planning, return filing, and handling assessments.
- Provided strategic tax advisory services, helping clients optimize tax structures and minimize risks.
Senior Associate
PwC
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Managed Taxation compliance, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and timely filings.
- Assisted in return preparation & reconciliations for various corporate clients.
- Conducted tax risk analysis and advisory, helping clients optimize tax positions and mitigate financial risks.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams (CFTs) to implement process improvements in tax reporting and compliance.
- Worked with SAP and other tax compliance tools to enhance accuracy in tax computations and reporting.
Education
Chartered Accountant - Accounting And Finance
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
New Delhi 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
University of Delhi
New Delhi 04.2001 -
Skills
- Indirect Tax Expertise
- SAP and ERP Expertise
- Process Automation (Power BI, Power Automate, VBA)
- Financial Analysis & MIS Reporting
Accomplishments
Process Automation
- Led the automation of SAP-based reconciliations, reducing manual effort by 30% and improving accuracy.
- Developed Power BI dashboards for GST MIS reporting, enhancing data-driven decision-making
Tax & Compliance
- Successfully saved ~INR 20 million by identifying and optimizing GST credits on capital expenditures.
- Implemented Import ITC reconciliation projects, minimizing risk and ensuring compliance.
- Spearheaded E-way bill reconciliation automation, reducing errors and manual effort
Audit & Litigation
- Ensured smooth GST audits and successfully defended multiple GST TRAN-1 ITC verifications.
- Played a critical role in resolving pending tax litigations under erstwhile laws
Software
Power Automate
Power BI
Automation Anywhere
Certification
Power Automate for Flow Maker Green Belt training
Timeline
Power Automate for Flow Maker Green Belt training
02-2025
Deputy Manager
Bosch Limited
11.2018 - Current
Senior Associate
Sunder Sharma & Co. (Chartered Accountants Firm)
09.2017 - 10.2018
Senior Associate
PwC
05.2017 - 08.2017
Chartered Accountant - Accounting And Finance
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
University of Delhi
04.2001 -
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