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Work History
Education
Skills
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Interests
squash, badminton, reading
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S Nithya

New Delhi

Summary

Highly accomplished and results-driven Indirect tax and international trade professional with 10 years of comprehensive experience spanning GST, International Trade (Anti-Dumping & Safeguard Investigations), Income Tax, and Statutory Audit. Proven track record of success with a Big 4 firm and an eminent law firm, specializing in complex tax litigation, advisory, and compliance. Adept at providing strategic opinions on HSN classification, preparing robust replies to notices, and representing clients before tax authorities. Strong expertise in automation, GST impact assessment, and independent client management

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Associate

Lakshmikumaran and Sridharan Attorneys
05.2023 - Current
  • Successfully represented clients in multiple anti-dumping and safeguard investigations, strategically presenting arguments and evidence
  • Appeared before various authorities for hearings, effectively advocating on behalf of clients in trade matters
  • Provided expert opinions on HSN classification for a wide range of products, ensuring compliance and optimizing tax implications for clients and legal opinion on various GST issues
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving complex issues and providing exceptional service at all times.

Manager

Ernst & Young LLP
03.2017 - 04.2023

Indirect Tax

  • Built client relationships and identify opportunities for new projects from existing clients.
  • Provided information about available products and services to clients, resulting in increased business opportunities.
  • Developed and led a successful and happy team. Responsible for independent ownership of client deliverables.
  • Steered implementation of tax technology solutions for managing compliances under GST including e-invoicing, returns, e-way bill, vendor reconciliation and litigation management tools.
  • Played a pivotal role in the automation of GST compliance processes, significantly improving efficiency and reducing manual effort.
  • Managed the end-to-end process for all client GST returns and GST refund claims, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
  • Assisted in managing audits of GST and Service tax.
  • Drafted meticulous replies to various GST notices and Service Tax Show Cause Notices (SCNs), successfully resolving disputes.
  • Represented clients before Government tax authorities and facilitated communication between clients and tax authorities.
  • Handled the standalone management of all client accounts pertaining to GST compliance and advisory.
  • Performed tax due diligence for business restructuring purposes.
  • Advising on GST Impact assessment & providing GST implementation support.

Associate

Nangia & Co. LLP
12.2016 - 02.2017
  • Advising on GST Impact assessment and providing GST implementation support.
  • Provided internal trainings to Client on draft GST law.

Assistant Manager

SNA & Company
12.2015 - 10.2016
  • Assisted in preparing and finalizing the financial statements, tax audit report and income tax return of various companies in accordance with applicable tax laws.
  • Assisted in Income tax and Companies Act Compliances.
  • Instrumental in conducting statutory audit of various Companies.

Education

Chartered Accountant - Accounting and Law

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting

Delhi University

Skills

Legal & Regulatory: HSN Classification, Notice Reply, SCN Response, Litigation Support, Authority Representation, International Trade Law

Indirect Taxation: GST Compliance & Advisory, GST Refunds, Service Tax, Customs Duty

Other: Automation, Impact Assessment, Client Management, Financial Analysis, Regulatory Research,Team Management, Adaptability, Tax Research, Tax Reporting, Relationship Building, Quality Improvement

Education

other,other

Interests

  • Reading
  • Cooking

squash, badminton, reading

Squash, Badminton and Reading

Timeline

Principal Associate

Lakshmikumaran and Sridharan Attorneys
05.2023 - Current

Manager

Ernst & Young LLP
03.2017 - 04.2023

Associate

Nangia & Co. LLP
12.2016 - 02.2017

Assistant Manager

SNA & Company
12.2015 - 10.2016

Chartered Accountant - Accounting and Law

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting

Delhi University
S Nithya