Associate Manager - Tax

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WHO WE ARE:  

Duck Creek Technologies is the intelligent solutions provider defining the future of the property and casualty (P&C) and general insurance industry. We are the platform upon which modern insurance systems are built, enabling the industry to capitalize on the power of the cloud to run agile, intelligent, and evergreen operations. Our modern SaaS solutions help insurers set a new standard and revolutionize how consumers interact with insurance companies.

Authenticity, purpose, and transparency are core to Duck Creek, and we believe insurance should be there for individuals and businesses when, where, and how they need it most. Our market-leading solutions are available on a standalone basis or as a full suite, and all are available via Duck Creek OnDemand. With more than 1,000 successful implementations to date, Duck Creek removes the IT burden for insurers so they can focus on the business of insurance.

We have a flock of more than 1,800 employees across the globe and are proud to be a Flexible-First employer. We empower our employees with the choice to work from an office, from home, or on a hybrid schedule. Our flexible-first environment fosters productivity, inclusion, collaboration, and ensures a consistent employee experience regardless of location.

If working in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving company that is transforming one of the world’s oldest and largest industries sounds exciting, let us know. We are excited you are considering Duck Creek as a future employer and hope you decide to join “The Flock”!

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TITLE: Associate Manager, Tax

WHAT YOU’LL DO:  

Associate Manager, Tax handles regular tax compliances and reporting to Tax Manager. This position will prepare tax provisions schedules, returns, payments, reports and maintains a company's tax database. They will also assist with finding tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings. Position will coordinate with tax consultants and authorities. And the right candidate will have the ability to work both independently and within a team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness is critical. This role may need to work remotely with US EST time zone during compliance dates.

• Manage the direct and indirect tax compliances
• Collaborate with and support of the Accounting team for required or requested data
• Coordinate with the Tax counsel for tax advisory and opinion; Prepare the facts for business cases, opinions and necessary paperwork for the company
• Handle advance tax payments
• Perform WHT compliances, monthly tax payments, quarterly return filings
• Perform GST compliances, monthly tax payment, monthly return filing (GSTR 1, GSTR 3B with 2A & 2B reconciliations, GST ITC recon, Reversal of Non-eligible ITC, etc.
• Perform income and deferred tax computation as per India books and consolidation books
• File ROC and FEMA FLA returns
• Maintain and file STPI Softex, MPR and Audited APR filings
• Support to manager in tax audits, assessments with tax authorities and work papers for:
  • Income tax audit (Form 3CA CD)
  • Income tax (income computation and return) filings
  • Transfer pricing audit and return (Form 3CEB) filing
  • Master form filing (Form 3CEAA)
  • GST audit and annual return (Form9 and Form 9C)
• Under the guidance and training provided, the expected Key Result Areas (KRAs) would include:
  • Support US indirect tax filings and Europe VAT/GST filings
  • Support the tax team on ad hoc projects as needed
  • Prepare country filings as requested
• During tax season, workloads can spike drastically

WHAT YOU’VE DONE:  

• Degree preferred or equivalent years of practical job experience in a similar function
• 4+ years experience in tax compliance
• CA Inter having fair knowledge of accounting processes to identify tax issues
• Must have a deep understanding of Tax Laws and Regulations; This skill involves staying up to date with the latest tax code changes, understanding the nuances of tax law and its application
• Analytical skills are essential to interpret complex financial data and legal texts
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate complex information to diverse audiences
• Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks simultaneously and manage incoming deliverables
• Must exhibit exceptional diligence to avoid errors that could result in financial penalties or legal repercussions
• The ability to manage workload effectively, meet deadlines and still maintain high-quality work is an invaluable soft skill expected
• The ability to produce innovative solutions in a timely and efficient manner will reflect positively

WHAT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION YOU MAY WANT TO KNOW:  

• Location: Remote India
• Special Work Hours: Must be able to work on EST during compliance dates
• Travel: 0-10%
• Work Authorization: Legally authorized to work in the country of the job location
• Exempt Status: Exempt

WHAT WE STAND FOR:

Our global company celebrates & leverages the differences each employee brings to the table. Our success is a direct result of an inclusive culture where opportunities to learn from one another occur regardless of title, seniority, or background. This collaborative and team-oriented approach is at the core of how we operate and continuously improve our products, services, and systems. As such, Duck Creek is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants – to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital, military, or any other protected status.

We strive to be an example to the world of inclusion, diversity, and equity in all things – where employees are free to be their authentic selves in the workplace and in the communities in which we live. We believe in leading by example and are proud of the diversity of our team and our shared commitment to our Core Values: We Prioritize Respect; We Listen; We Care; We Add Value; and We Lead. 

To learn more about our inclusive company culture, values, DE&I initiatives, and people, please visit: https://www.duckcreek.com/life-at-duck-creek/.

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