Indirect Tax Analyst

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Your Role:

Our Indirect Tax team is growing and is seeking a motivated individual who has a passion for GST/VAT. You will be a perfect match for this role if you are looking for an opportunity to work in a dynamic organization, to be a part of a global team and to participate in projects which will enable you to learn new skills.

This position will be responsible for independent preparation of all GST/VAT fillings for Elanco company codes in India, while cooperating with in-country business teams, accounting teams (located in Kuala Lumpur) and global Indirect Tax Team colleagues (located in Kuala Lumpur, Warsaw and Guadalajara). The role requires a comprehensive understanding of GST/VAT requirements and extensive practical experience.

Your Responsibilities:

• Independent preparation of the GST/VAT returns for Elanco companies in India.

  
  

• Provide ad hoc advice on GST/VAT questions to local country Finance Team, including support during tax audits.

  
  

• Cooperation with IT and FCOE Team in reference to SAP set up.

  
  

• Represent Indirect Tax function on GST/VAT aspects within various global/regional internal projects and prepare assigned Balance Sheet reconciliations, provide commentaries to GST/VAT accounts fluctuations.

  
  

• Support as needed VAT/GST compliance topics managed by Indirect Tax Team colleagues in other locations (development opportunity to participate in VAT topics in other APAC countries, EMEA and/or LATAM).

  
  

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• University Degree in Business, Finance or Accounting

  
  

• In-depth knowledge of GST/VAT system in India with at least 5 years of professional experience (within business or advisory company).

  
  

• Experience with SAP (S/4HANA preferred).

  
  

• Fluency in English (additional languages are an advantage)

  
  

• Strong analytical skills, and ability to perform Excel analysis

  
  

• Good communication, problem-solving and organizational skills

  
  

• Team player who is also able to work independently but enjoys collaboration

  
  

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

• CPA, ACCA, CMA, Chartered Accountant or equivalent

  
  

• Experience with OneSource and/or OneStream

  
  

• Continuous improvement mindset

  
  

Additional Information:

• Travel: Not required
• Location: Bangalore

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