<h2>Job Description</h2>Job Title: Tax SpecialistLocation:  PuneOverviewZendesk is seeking a Tax Specialist for India direct and indirect tax reporting and compliance. The role is primarily focused on the preparation of India tax reporting and supporting in tax audits and litigations. The role reports to the APAC Senior Tax Manager based in Singapore.Job Description (includes, but not limited to)<ul><li>Prepare quarterly advance tax computations and ensure timely payment of taxes.</li><li>Review annual income tax computations for India GAAP statutory filing.</li><li>Prepare monthly TDS computations and reconciliations.</li><li>Prepare monthly and quarterly GST computations and reconciliations.</li><li>Provide support with statutory audits, Form 3CEB filings etc.</li><li>Assist in tax audits and litigations to manage tax notices and collate information from various stakeholders.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams on various matters related to tax.</li><li>Support the team on ad hoc projects, as required.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CA or CPA preferred</li><li>Minimum 4 years of tax experience in a Big 4 firm or multinational company</li><li>Technically strong in India tax laws and rules</li><li>Knowledge of CbCR compliance valued</li><li>Understanding of US GAAP accounting appreciated</li><li>Practical experience in tax automation project would be advantageous</li><li>Working knowledge of tax software (e.g. ONESOURCE/ Longview) is a plus</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel</li><li>Knowledge of a NetSuite preferred</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal</li><li>Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with cross-functional teams in various different timezone(s).</li><li>Strong time management skills and commitment to meeting timelines consistently</li></ul>Please note that Zendesk can only hire candidates who are physically located and plan to work from Pune. #LI-ML12Please note that Zendesk can only hire candidates who are physically located and plan to work from Karnataka or Maharashtra. Please refer to the location posted on the requisition for where this role is based.Hybrid: In this role, our hybrid experience is designed at the team level to give you a rich onsite experience packed with connection, collaboration, learning, and celebration - while also giving you flexibility to work remotely for part of the week. This role must attend our local office for part of the week. The specific in-office schedule is to be determined by the hiring manager.The intelligent heart of customer experienceZendesk software was built to bring a sense of calm to the chaotic world of customer service. Today we power billions of conversations with brands you know and love.<a href="http://www.zendesk.com/company/careers/?utm_source=other&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=job-description_Global_2025Q3" target="_blank">Zendesk</a> believes in offering our people a fulfilling and inclusive experience. Our hybrid way of working, enables us to purposefully come together in person, at one of our many Zendesk offices around the world, to connect, collaborate and learn whilst also giving our people the flexibility to work remotely for part of the week.Zendesk is an equal opportunity employer, and we’re proud of our ongoing efforts to foster <a href="http://www.zendesk.com/diversity-inclusion/" target="_blank">global diversity, equity, &amp; inclusion</a> in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment and employees at Zendesk are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled employer. If you are based in the United States and would like more information about your EEO rights under the law, please <a href="https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf" target="_blank">click here</a>. Zendesk endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities and disabled veterans pursuant to applicable federal and state law. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to submit this application, complete any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please send an e-mail to <a href="mailto:peopleandplaces@zendesk.com" target="_blank">peopleandplaces@zendesk.com</a> with your specific accommodation request.