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Rackspace

Location:
India, Gurgaon

Category:
Finance

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Job Description:

The Tax Accountant is responsible for assisting with the accurate and timely filing of indirect tax compliance including U.S. sales & use tax and Canadian transaction tax, property tax calculations and compliance, and unclaimed property reporting and compliance. Additional responsibilities include assisting with tax audits, preparing account reconciliations, resolving customer and vendor inquiries, performing tax research, and assisting with technical projects including tax engine maintenance.

Job Responsibility:

Assist with the accurate and timely filing of indirect tax compliance including U.S. sales & use tax and Canadian transaction tax, property tax calculations and compliance, and unclaimed property reporting and compliance
Assist with tax audits
Prepare account reconciliations
Resolve customer and vendor inquiries
Perform tax research
Assist with technical projects including tax engine maintenance
Prepare indirect tax, property tax and unclaimed property calculations and coordinate filings and payments with external tax advisors under supervision of local sales and use tax expert
Assist the investigation of and preparation of responses to notices and inquiries from various taxing authorities
Maintain customer exemption certificates in tax software and issue certificates to vendors
Assist with tax research and analysis in order to provide a recommended solution and prepare written documentation to support tax positions
Assist with tax audits as needed, including preparation of documentation for state revenue agencies and external advisors to resolve tax controversies
Assist with the determination of the taxability of new products and services
Prepare calculations for journal entry postings and perform account reconciliations
Develop technical knowledge of applicable tax laws and regulations

Requirements:

Knowledge of general tax and accounting calculations and preparing supporting work papers
General knowledge of US sales, use, and property tax provisions (not state-specific provisions) and Canadian GST/HST, QST, and PST is preferred
General knowledge of SEC and IRS reporting requirements a plus
Must be detailed oriented – with strong attention to accuracy and problem-solving
“Following-up until resolved” skills are a must
Excellent computer skills
Skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) are a must
Experience with Oracle, Vertex, and Avalara preferred
A strong ability to communicate information and ideas both verbally and written so others can easily comprehend communication
Ability to successfully work with other departments in the company
Excellent time management, communication, and organizational skills
Must be able to adapt quickly to change
Ability to provide FANATICAL support
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline required
Master's degree preferred
Typically, 2+ years of professional accounting with emphasis in indirect tax
ERP experience strongly preferred
Experience in Public Accounting, Big 4 and Corporate Accounting preferred
CPA/CMI preferred

Nice to have:

General knowledge of SEC and IRS reporting requirements
Experience with Oracle, Vertex, and Avalara
Master's degree
ERP experience
Experience in Public Accounting, Big 4 and Corporate Accounting
CPA/CMI

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 11, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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