Sr Accountant

Location: Pune

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented VAT Analyst to join our offshore tax operations team in Pune. The successful candidate will support European VAT compliance activities across multiple jurisdictions, leveraging VAT compliance software and ERP systems to ensure accurate, timely, and SOX-compliant indirect tax reporting.

The role will work closely with the EMEA Tax Team, Finance Controllers, IT, and external advisors to support VAT return preparation, reconciliations, data validation, process standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives within a centralized European VAT compliance model. The position is suited for candidates with experience in indirect tax compliance, tax technology solutions (e.g., Vertex, Thomson Reuters, Avalara), and internal control environments

Activities & Responsibilities

• Prepare and support the review of VAT returns, EC Sales Lists (ESL), Intrastat declarations, and other indirect tax filings across multiple European jurisdictions.
• Perform VAT reconciliations between ERP systems, VAT compliance software, and general ledger balances.
• Monitor filing calendars and ensure timely completion of compliance obligations.
• Assist with VAT registrations, deregistrations, and maintenance of tax authority records.
• Operate and maintain VAT compliance software, including periodic data uploads, validations, and return generation.
• Perform data quality reviews and transaction-level validations.
• Investigate and resolve VAT reporting discrepancies and system exceptions.
• Support system enhancements, testing activities, and implementation of new VAT compliance technologies.
• Participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and process improvement initiatives.
• Execute key controls within the European VAT compliance framework.
• Maintain evidence supporting SOX control performance and audit requirements.
• Perform documented reconciliations and review procedures in accordance with internal control standards.
• Analyze VAT trends, variances, and anomalies.
• Prepare monthly compliance and KPI reporting for management.
• Review transactional data and tax determination outcomes.
• Support root cause analysis of VAT issues and recommend corrective actions.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Commerce, or related field.
• 3-6 years of experience in VAT/GST/indirect tax compliance.
• Experience supporting European VAT compliance activities.
• Previous experience with VAT compliance software is a must.
• Strong understanding of VAT return preparation, reconciliations, and compliance processes.
• Experience working in multinational or shared service environments.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (QAD/SAP/Oracle).
• Ability to operate in a fast-changing, high-demand environment.
• Excellent English language skills, another European language (preferably French or German) would be a plus.
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