Tax Analyst, Specialist

About Vanguard
Founded in 1975, Vanguard is one of the world's leading investment management companies. The firm offers investments, advice, and retirement services to tens of millions of individual investors around the globe—directly, through workplace plans, and through financial intermediaries.

Vanguard’s India Office

Vanguard’s office in India is a significant milestone in our global expansion. We are committed to establishing an enduring technology center in Hyderabad, Telangana and are excited to be adding talent who will focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), mobile, and cloud-based technologies that drive our business outcomes and deliver a world-class experience for our clients.

Role Summary:

The Tax Analyst is responsible for managing domestic and international tax compliance processes, ensuring adherence to relevant regulations. The role includes analyzing financial data, preparing tax returns and providing tax advisory to minimize organizational tax liabilities. The individual will coordinate with external tax consultants and regulatory agencies while driving continuous improvements in tax processes. This role requires expertise in financial analysis, tax regulations and compliance strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Lead tax projects ensuring accurate implementation of tax processes.

• Oversee the completion and filing of domestic and international tax returns, including local corporate tax returns, GST returns (monthly, quarterly, annually), and related compliance.

• Analyze financial documents and general ledger for accurate tax accounting.

• Ensure compliance with local and international tax laws, staying up to date on changes in Indian Tax law.

• Consult on tax regulations and provide internal guidance, including research on Indian Tax issues.

• Develop and maintain global tax policies and procedures.

• Manage tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities, acting as the first line of defense for audit and controversy issues.

• Collaborate with external consultants and regulatory agencies, managing relationships with vendors, keeping them on budget, and coordinating changes in business back to VG.

• Conduct tax research, analysis, and recommend tax optimization strategies.

• Participate in special tax-related projects as assigned.

• Review all tax compliance obligations, Indian Tax Provision, tax footnotes for local financials, and quarterly cash tax payments.

• Oversee the shift from vendor-prepared tax compliance and provisions to in-house preparation and review, while ensuring the vendor remains involved in key activities that require final approval.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 8 years of relevant work experience in tax accounting and compliance.

• Chartered Accountant, MBA, or equivalent degree in finance, law, or risk management.

• CPA, CTA or equivalent financial designation with project management certification is mandatory.

• Expertise in domestic and international tax regulations, financial analysis, compliance and tax implications, with compliance and tax provision experience mandatory.

• Helpful but not mandatory: GST knowledge, some experience in sales tax, and familiarity with GST automation procedures through Oracle.

• Proficiency in Excel, with knowledge of Alteryx (not mandatory) and Oracle (preferred).

Location

This role is based in Hyderabad, Telangana at Vanguard’s India office. Only qualified external applicants will be considered.

Our mission

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How we work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for most of our employees (crew members), designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.