Indirect Tax Senior Analyst

Company Description

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. 
NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population. For more information, visit NIQ.com. 
 

Job Description

Position Summary: 

The Indirect Tax Senior Analyst at NIQ enhances the Indirect Tax team within the Global Finance Operations. This position involves performing the day-to-day activities across global indirect tax compliance specialized in India GST compliances, litigations and audit, indirect tax provisions, and coordinating with external advisors and tax authorities to ensure compliance with applicable indirect tax laws and regulations.  The Indirect Tax Senior Analyst is instrumental in maintaining the highest standards of efficiency and effectiveness for indirect tax activities and adhering to clear service level agreements (SLAs) with internal stakeholders. Reporting to the Indirect Tax Manager, this role is pivotal in upholding our company's compliance and operational excellence in the realm of indirect taxation. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Extensive experience in India GST compliance, litigation, and audits, ensuring regulatory adherence and effective resolution of tax-related matters
• Indirect Tax Reporting: Execute day-to-day operations related to global indirect tax reporting, ensuring accurate and timely filings. 
• Compliance: Ensure all global indirect tax activities comply with local, regional, and international tax regulations, mitigating risks associated with non-compliance. 
• Third-Party Coordination: Collaborate with third-party outsourced providers to ensure the efficient delivery of global indirect tax filings, maintaining quality and accuracy standards. 
• SLA Management: Develop and maintain clear SLAs with internal stakeholders to ensure indirect tax activities align with organizational expectations and standards. 
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements within the indirect tax function to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance. 
• Regulatory Monitoring: Stay abreast of changes in indirect tax laws and regulations, ensuring NIQ's tax practices remain compliant and up to date. 
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Indirect Tax Manager and other finance team members to support broader tax strategy and compliance efforts. 

Qualifications

Qualifications and Skills: 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field. A professional certification in taxation or accounting (e.g., CA, CPA, CMA) is mandatory. 
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in indirect tax, preferably within finance operations environment or multinational corporation. 
• Tax Knowledge: Knowledge of indirect tax regulations and reporting requirements across various jurisdictions. 
• Analytical Abilities: Strong analytical skills with a keen attention to detail, capable of analyzing complex tax data and identifying compliance issues. 
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities to effectively collaborate with team members, third-party providers, and internal stakeholders. 
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality or accuracy. 
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient with tax software and ERP systems, as well as Microsoft Office Suite,

Additional Information

Our Benefits 

At NIQ, we're dedicated to providing more than just a job—we offer you the opportunity to own your story. As part of our team, you'll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and career development. From comprehensive healthcare packages to opportunities for ongoing learning and advancement, we're committed to helping you thrive. Join us and experience Life at NIQ! 

• Comprehensive Health Care and Life Insurance 
• Free Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) - NIQ offers support to all associates and their families for their emotional well-being trough professional, timely and confidential counselling services on issues related to everyday concerns & problems, overcome emotional challenges, and maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle.    
• Best-in class Diversity & Inclusion program with opportunity to join one of our Employee Resource Groups 
• Free LinkedIn Learning access that helps you discover and develop business, technology-related, and creative skills through over 20,000courses available in 7 languages   
• Access to formal mentoring program 
• Pension plan 
• Parental Leave 
• Vacation and Volunteer time off 
• Flexible working environment hybrid policy 

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

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