Assistant Manager, International External Reporting, Tax Operations

Job Summary:

About the role

We are seeking a detail‑oriented professional who can apply strong expertise in direct and indirect taxes, along with solid accounting knowledge, to support various EMEA and APAC tax compliance processes (Indirect Tax, US GAAP tax forecasting and provision processes, Operational Transfer Pricing). The ideal candidate will be proficient in taxation, MS Office, SAP, and possess strong communication skills.

In this role, you will be responsible for delivering tax operational processes and support Managers in ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely delivery. The role requires strong accounting and tax fundamentals, analytical skills, and the ability to prioritize effectively. You would be required to support the Manager in process oversight and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure high-quality delivery.

What will you do

This role requires a strong foundation in compliance, book closure activities, reconciliations, and tax-related competencies. As an Assistant Manager, you will be responsible for the following:

Tax, Accounting & Reporting

• Perform and review tax and statutory reporting tasks for accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and review General Ledger entries including accruals, provisions, and adjustments as per guidelines.
• Provide initial analytical commentary to support financial and management reporting.

Controls & Governance

• Track period end close progress and highlight risks or delays to the Manager.
• Support financial control checks and documentation as per the Control Framework.
• Maintain detailed working papers and supporting documentation
• Execute assigned controls and ensure audit trail is complete

Process Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Identify process gaps and suggest improvement opportunities.
• Support implementation of process changes and technology-enabled enhancements.
• Apply problem solving techniques to resolve operational issues.
• Contribute to maintaining and improving Process KPIs.

Stakeholder Interaction

• Support communication with internal teams to gather required information
• Respond to routine queries and follow up on outstanding items

Process Improvement Support

• Identify data or process issues and suggest improvements
• Support implementation of new tools, templates, and processes
• Maintain and update process documentation where required

Team Contribution

• Collaborate effectively within the team to meet deadlines
• Support ad hoc tasks and projects as require

What will you bring

• Qualifications: Bachelor’s/Master’s in Accounting
• Experience: 4+ years of relevant experience (preferably in tax, accounting, or shared services)
• Strong understanding of accounting concepts, reconciliations, and reporting
• Experience in SAP and MS Office
• Good communication, analytical, and coordination skills