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Gurugram, Hr, In

Gurugram, Haryana, India

During my Articleship at T R Chadha, I managed a range of responsibilities in both the Direct and Indirect Taxation domains. I streamlined compliance processes related to TDS verification, returns, and revisions for esteemed clients in the E-commerce, IT, and Telecommunication sectors. This experience enabled me to understand the unique tax needs and challenges of these rapidly growing industries.I also prepared, vetted, and filed Income Tax Returns and was actively involved in assisting Tax Audits for various clients. This not only refined my practical knowledge of the tax filing process but also enhanced my analytical abilities.In dealing with issues raised by Income tax authorities, I formulated comprehensive replies to notices issued under section 142(1) of the Income Tax Act, 1961. This equipped me with a deeper understanding of tax law and improved my problem-solving skills.I gained valuable experience in international taxation as well, having prepared and filed Form 3CEB for machinery manufacturing clients, and Form 15CB and 15CA for clients making payments to non-residents.My role also extended into the realm of GST, where I was responsible for filing GSTR-1, GSTR-3B (GST Returns), working on Input Credit Reversal and preparing Input-Output Reconciliation. This diversified my taxation knowledge and honed my ability to manage multiple assignments effectively.This overall experience provided me with a robust foundation in taxation and equipped me with the necessary skills to drive compliance, mitigate risk, and provide strategic tax advice.

Gurgaon, Haryana, India

At EY, my role in the Corporate and International Taxation department provided me with the opportunity to work with prestigious clients in the Aerospace industry. I advised on the applicability of Equalization Levy on e-commerce supply and services (EQ Levy), and prepared representations to communicate our clients' perspectives and concerns.I also prepared a representation on behalf of the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association, advocating for relaxation from the levy of interest under section 234C of the Income Tax Act, 1961. This honed my skills in understanding clients' needs, interpreting complex tax laws, and advocating effectively on their behalf.My role extended to providing advisories on the applicability of withholding tax (WHT), a function which involved careful analysis of transactions and deep understanding of the associated tax implications.In a significant project for a real estate entity, I conducted Business Due Diligence from a taxation perspective. This experience broadened my understanding of the real estate sector and sharpened my analytical skills.A key highlight was my involvement in computing Capital Gain in relation to the shareholding transfer of a non-resident entity directly holding equity interest in an Indian company (Indirect-Transfer). This provided me with invaluable insights into the complexities of international taxation and equity transactions.Beyond my client-focused work, I also participated in a tax talk on sections 43A and 43AA of the Income Tax Act, 1961 and on Budget 2021, demonstrating my knowledge of, and ability to communicate, complex tax concepts.I finalized the basis of preparation, computation of income, and Income Tax returns for various non-resident entities. Further, I was involved in WHT return computation, WHT return filing, and EQ levy return filing compliance, displaying my adeptness at balancing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Chartered Accountant, International Business, Trade, And Tax Law, 1St Attempt (All Levels)

Cleared all levels of CA in 1st Attempt. Scored 2 exemptions in CA Final (Group 2), and 4 exemptions in CA Intermediate.

Bachelor Of Commerce - Bcom, Honors, A

Higher National Diploma, Commerce, 92.4%