Senior Tax Analyst

Fivetran Fivetran · Data AI · Bangalore, India · Finance Department

Fivetran is seeking a Senior Tax Analyst to support its global tax function, focusing on tax compliance, process improvements, and cross-functional collaboration. The role involves managing indirect tax compliance (sales tax, VAT/GST), assisting with tax engine systems, maintaining compliance calendars, preparing accruals, and supporting audits and projects. Experience with sales tax engines and ERP systems is required.

What you'd actually do

  1. Support global indirect tax compliance, including sales and use tax, VAT/GST, and other applicable indirect taxes.
  2. Prepare and review indirect tax filings and reconciliations in coordination with external advisors.
  3. Assist with the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of sales tax engine systems to ensure accurate tax calculation and reporting.
  4. Maintain the tax compliance calendar and ensure timely filings and payments.
  5. Prepare indirect tax accruals and related journal entries in accordance with GAAP.

Skills

Required

  • 5+ years of relevant experience in public accounting and/or industry, with exposure to indirect tax and tax compliance.
  • Working knowledge of U.S. indirect tax rules
  • Experience with sales tax engines (e.g., Avalara)
  • Experience with ERP systems
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
  • Interest in improving processes and leveraging automation to enhance efficiency.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Nice to have

  • familiarity with VAT/GST concepts
  • NetSuite experience

What the JD emphasized

  • quarter-end close period
  • initial onboarding period
  • U.S. business hours
  • quarter-end close period