Senior Accountant, International Indirect Tax

See yourself at Twilio

Join the team as Twilio’s next Senior Accountant, International Indirect Tax.

Who we are & why we’re hiring

Twilio powers real-time business communications and data solutions that help companies and developers worldwide build better applications and customer experiences.

Although we're headquartered in San Francisco, we have presence throughout South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. We're on a journey to becoming a global company that actively opposes racism and all forms of oppression and bias. At Twilio, we support diversity, equity & inclusion wherever we do business.

About the job

This position is needed for a key contributor with a proven record  in indirect tax compliance, audits and reconciliation responsibilities in and additional APJ countries .

This Twilion will report to the Senior Manager of International Indirect Tax based in Spain and will be responsible for owning India GST matters, preparing balance sheet indirect tax reconciliations, and maintaining the relationship with our outsourced tax filing advisors. This person will assist the Senior Manager of International Indirect Tax  with tax audits and ad-hoc projects.

Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll:

• Be the subject matter expert for India GST matters.
• Prepare the working papers for India GST monthly and yearly returns and liaise with our external tax advisor that handles our compliance.
• Review the STPI compliance and Softex.
• Coordinate with the tax advisor the India GST refund claims.
• Participate and manage internal and external audit procedures.
• Prepare  balance sheet reconciliations for Indirect Tax Accounts 
• Support Ad-hoc projects as required.
• Liaise with external tax advisors.
• Handle  customer’s tax queries via Zendesk in a timely manner.

Qualifications 

Not all applicants will have skills that match a job description exactly. Twilio values diverse experiences in other industries, and we encourage everyone who meets the required qualifications to apply. While having “desired” qualifications make for a strong candidate, we encourage applicants with alternative experiences to also apply. If your career is just starting or hasn't followed a traditional path, don't let that stop you from considering Twilio. We are always looking for people who will bring something new to the table!

Required:

• Bachelor's degree with emphasis on accounting
• 5+ years of proven indirect tax experience in a Big 4 accounting firm and/or a multinational corporation in APJ region, with main focus on India GST (additional regions will be welcomed)
• Ability to collaborate with the Accounting and Tax Teams located in the US, EU ( Dublin/Spain) and the Philippines.
• Ability and willingness to roll up your sleeves and take responsibility.
• Ability to  work independently.
• You love data and reconciliations with strong Excel and data analysis skills.
• Experience with indirect tax compliance, reconciliations and indirect tax automation systems such as Avalara, Vertex, OneSource, etc.
• Working knowledge of Oracle
• Business proficiency in English is a must
• To be a team-player driven by excellence, good organization skills and attention to details under pressure conditions to meet fixed deadlines.
• You are someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can easily shift between the details and the “big picture”.

Desired:

• Experience with the following software is preferred: Airtable, Alteryx, Tableau, Looker, Zuora, FloQast, Zendesk.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• CA inter qualified or pursuing CA or equivalent professional qualifications is preferred.
• A desire to maintain and enhance our unique culture and an ongoing desire to strive for continuous improvement by adding your talents to Twilio is highly desired.

Location

This role will be remote, and based in India.

Travel 

We prioritize connection and opportunities to build relationships with our customers and each other. For this role, approximately 5% travel is anticipated to help you connect in-person in a meaningful way. 

What We Offer

There are many benefits to working at Twilio, including, in addition to competitive pay, things like generous time-off, ample parental and wellness leave, healthcare, a retirement savings program, and much more. Offerings vary by location.

Twilio thinks big. Do you?

We like to solve problems, take initiative, pitch in when needed, and are always up for trying new things. That's why we seek out colleagues who embody our values — something we call Twilio Magic. Additionally, we empower employees to build positive change in their communities by supporting their volunteering and donation efforts.

So, if you're ready to unleash your full potential, do your best work, and be the best version of yourself, apply now!

If this role isn't what you're looking for, please consider other open positions.

The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location within the state. 

Twilio is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Twilio is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Additionally, Twilio participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.

Twilio is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at accommodation@twilio.com.