Public Finance-Government & Public Sector-Digital Government Advisory

Job Title : Public Finance Specialist

Location: Gandhinagar

Service Line- Government & Public Sector

Sub Service Line- Digital Government Advisory (DGA)

Work Arrangement- Client Location, on-site

>>About KPMG

KPMG is a global network of professional services firms providing Audit, Tax, and Advisory services. We operate in 143 countries and territories and have over 265,000 people working in member firms around the world. At KPMG in India, we are committed to delivering high-quality services that help our clients navigate complex challenges and drive sustainable growth.

>>About the Digital Government Advisory Team

KPMG India’s Digital Government Advisory (DGA) practice helps government bodies modernize public services through technology. It offers strategic consulting, digital architecture, and sector-specific solutions across areas like transport, water, justice, and finance. The team enables large-scale e-Governance, data analytics, and automation to improve efficiency and citizen experience.

>>About the Role:

We are seeking a highly analytical and experienced professional to support the Finance Department in enhancing tax and non-tax revenue systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public finance, with a focus on revenue management and policy analysis.

>>Key Responsibilities:

-Conduct in-depth analysis of public finance systems , particularly in the context of tax and non-tax revenue .

-Evaluate the constitutional powers related to taxation, including the scope for new taxes or merging existing ones , through:

• Economic studies
• Legal and statutory reviews
• Comparative analysis with other states/countries

-Review the legal and operational framework of all state-imposed taxes (excluding GST) to:

• Identify opportunities to expand the tax base
• Recommend improvements in tax collection and administration
• Suggest changes to enhance revenue realization and reduce outstanding dues

-Analyze the current tax collection mechanisms , including:

• Compliance processes
• Cost of compliance and collection
• Taxpayer challenges
• Ease of Doing Business

-Propose reforms to improve:

• Departmental structure
• Use of technology
• Organizational efficiency

>>Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience: Minimum 6 years
• Education: Postgraduate degree in one of the following or equivalent: M.A. (Economics) or M. Eco or MBA (Finance) or M. Stats or M. Phil or master’s in public policy

>>Skills & Competencies:

• Prior work with a Finance Department or Ministry of Finance
• Strong understanding of state-level taxation laws and frameworks
• Demonstrated ability to conduct policy research and economic analysis

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