Tax Analyst

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The Role / Responsibilities:
The focus of the role is to assist with Corporation, GST/VAT and withholding tax issues in the APAC Region primarily for India. The role is based in Gurgaon, India and includes tax compliance work. The position offers a good opportunity for a candidate with a keen interest in tax to be involved in a wide range of tax issues.
* Assist with preparation/review of corporate income tax returns, GST returns as well as withholding tax (WHT) returns.
* Assist with preparation/review of tax payments - GST / VAT, WHT, advance tax.
* Assist with review of tax documents (Form 15CA/CB) for remittances to foreign vendors.
* Assist with data collection for tax return preparation, GST refunds, tax audits and transfer pricing documentation.
* Assist with tracking tax assessment status and preparation/review of replies to be submitted to the tax authorities.
* Assist with tax-related advice to internal stakeholders, helping to navigate complex tax issues and decisions. Conduct research on tax laws and rulings to support tax positions or identify potential tax-saving opportunities.
* Assist with preparation of CbCR workpapers.
* Assist with updating the tax registrations.
* Assist with the preparation of quarterly calculations of current and deferred tax provisions under US GAAP for management reporting.
* Assist with the preparation of true-up / return to accruals tax provision workpapers.
* Preparation of tax journals and coordination with internal teams for getting the same posted in the books.
* Assist with data collection for statutory and internal audits.
* Reconciliation of balances and / or movement as per books with the tax returns.
* Assist with the UAT on SAP related configurations/defects/upgrade.
* Assist with process improvements, automation / standardization initiatives.
* Work with other departments (e.g., finance, legal, and operations) to provide tax-related insights and ensure that tax considerations are integrated into broader business processes and decisions.
* Assist the Global Tax Department on an ad-hoc basis with projects and other initiatives.
* Stay updated with changes in tax laws and regulations at both the central and state levels in India. Analyze and communicate the impact of these changes to relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications:

* CA / CPA with one to three years of post-qualification tax experience or Post Graduate Degree in Accounting or Finance with 3-5 years of tax experience for India tax (preferably with the major accounting firm or a large multinational company)
* Excellent Excel skills and Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications
* Knowledge of a major financial system preferably SAP
* Competent written and verbal communication skills
* Working knowledge of various technology tools like Blackline, Alteryx, Power BI, Power Query would be preferable
* Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment and good interpersonal skills
* Strong organizational skills, ability to meet tight deadlines
* Analytic skills, attention to details and pro-active approach
* Fluency in English is essential

Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody’s Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.