SONAL RASTOGI
Gurugram
Work Preference
Summary
Chartered Accountant with 12+ years of progressive experience leading indirect taxation, GST compliance, and financial governance for large, multi-entity organizations. Proven track record managing the end-to-end GST lifecycle — advisory, ITC reconciliation, audits, and litigation. Skilled at partnering with finance, legal, and business teams to reduce tax risk and support enterprise objectives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
DGM – Indirect Taxation
Arliga India Office Parks Pvt. Ltd.
06.2023 - Current
- Executed end-to-end GST compliance, ensuring accurate and timely filing of statutory returns to mitigate penalties.
- Lead case strategy for tax notices, assessments, and litigation matters, representing the organization before tax authorities.
- Manage SEZ refund filings and documentation, coordinating with authorities to resolve queries and expedite processing.
- Serve as the internal authority on regulatory change, advising business and finance teams on implementation impact.
- Oversaw ITC reconciliation between books and GST returns, safeguarding credit positions and minimizing audit risks.
- Brookfield Properties
Manager – Financial Accounting & Taxation
SMC Global Securities Ltd.
06.2017 - 06.2023
- Led GST implementation and process alignment across departments during a major regulatory transition.
- Managed GST filings, statutory audits, and annual returns (GSTR-9 & 9C) with a clean compliance record.
- Managed GST refund claims, notices, and departmental audits from initiation to closure, streamlining reconciliation workflows for improved accuracy.
- Collaborated with external auditors and tax authorities on filings, audits, and refund matters, maintaining clear communication to support compliance.
- Acted as the primary contact for GST across the organization, facilitating coordination among business units for compliance.
Assistant Manager – Accounts & Taxation
Ajnara India Ltd.
12.2015 - 05.2017
- Ensured timely tax computation and payment across applicable heads, mitigating risks of penalties and enhancing compliance.
- Managed indirect tax compliance, including service tax obligations and transition to GST, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Supported GST implementation and integrated it with SAP financial systems to streamline reporting processes.
- Assisted in statutory and tax audits, and prepared financial statements per the Companies Act, 2013.
Accounts & Taxation Manager
Marc Enterprises Pvt. Ltd.
01.2013 - 12.2015
- Managed compliance with excise, service tax, TDS, and income tax regulations to mitigate risks and ensure adherence to legal standards.
- Led operational teams to ensure efficient workflow and productivity.
- Developed training programs for new employees to enhance skills.
- Managed inventory systems to maintain stock levels and reduce waste.
Consultant
Ravi Ramesh & Associates
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Analyzed client needs to develop tailored consulting strategies.
- Conducted market research to inform strategic decision-making for clients.
- Facilitated workshops to enhance team collaboration and problem-solving skills.
- Executed statutory and internal audits to verify compliance with regulations and identify areas for improvement.
Education
Chartered Accountant (CA) -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
05-2013
B.Com -
Allahabad University
IFRS Certification -
ICAI
Skills
- GST Compliance & Advisory
- Tax Litigation
- Assessments & Notice Resolution
- SEZ Refunds
- Input Tax Credit (ITC) Reconciliation
- Statutory & Internal Audit Management
- ERP & Tax Technology
- Working Capital Optimization
- Cross-Functional Stakeholder Management
- Risk Mitigation
- Process Improvement
- MS Office
- CompuTax
Accomplishments
- Scored 71% in Indirect Tax, CA Final examination.
- Awarded Best Performer during articleship for consistent quality and reliability.
Timeline
DGM – Indirect Taxation
Arliga India Office Parks Pvt. Ltd.
06.2023 - Current
Manager – Financial Accounting & Taxation
SMC Global Securities Ltd.
06.2017 - 06.2023
Assistant Manager – Accounts & Taxation
Ajnara India Ltd.
12.2015 - 05.2017
Accounts & Taxation Manager
Marc Enterprises Pvt. Ltd.
01.2013 - 12.2015
Consultant
Ravi Ramesh & Associates
01.2012 - 01.2013
Chartered Accountant (CA) -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
B.Com -
Allahabad University
IFRS Certification -
ICAI