A GST Accountant manages an organization's indirect tax operations, ensuring accurate tax calculation, timely return filing, and legal compliance. Their responsibilities bridge day-to-day accounting and regulatory reporting, specifically managing Input Tax Credit (ITC), reconciling ledgers, and addressing tax notices.
Key Responsibilities
GST Returns & Filing: Prepare, review, and file periodic GST returns (e.g., GSTR-1, GSTR-3B) and annual returns.
ITC Management: Claim, track, and verify Input Tax Credit to minimize tax liabilities and ensure alignment with vendor data.
Reconciliation: Reconcile GSTR-2B data with internal purchase registers and books of accounts.