Analyst, Tax

PayPal; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health coverage

Well-being resources

Job summary

PayPal in Bengaluru seeks an organized Tax Analyst to join the indirect tax team. You’ll support local compliance with data gathering, return prep, and accounting tasks in a global environment.

You’ll assist data extraction, workpaper prep, reconciliations, and audit support while collaborating across teams and time zones. The role requires 2+ years in accounting and familiarity with SAP and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience in multinational environment.
• Experience with indirect tax compliance or tax accounting processes.
• CA – Articleship experience preferred.
• Familiarity with SAP ECC/S4 HANA.
• Proficiency in Excel (Pivot Tables, lookups, data analysis).
• Strong written and verbal communication in English.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to collaborate across teams and time zones.

Responsibilities

• Gather and extract data for indirect tax return filing.
• Compile and reconcile tax return workpapers with accuracy.
• Create tax payment requests.
• Support month‑end close activities including journal entries.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests.
• Support process improvements within the indirect tax team.

Skills

Accounting

Excel

Communication

Detail-oriented

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CA – Articleship experience preferred

Tools

SAP ECC/S4 HANA

Job description

Job Summary

We’re looking for an organized and motivated Tax Analyst to join our indirect tax team. You’ll support local indirect tax compliance experts with data gathering, return preparation, and accounting activities in a collaborative, global environment.

Your Impact

You’ll provide reliable, accurate support that keeps our indirect tax compliance processes running smoothly — from data extraction and workpaper preparation to reconciliations and audit support.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Gather and extract data required for indirect tax return filing, coordinating with colleagues across teams
• Compile and reconcile tax return workpapers with a focus on accuracy and detail
• Create tax payment requests
• Support month‑end close activities, including journal entry creation, posting, and periodic account reconciliations
• Assist with internal and external audit requests
• Support documentation and process improvement initiatives within the indirect tax compliance team

Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from an accredited institution
• 2+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a multinational environment
• Experience with indirect tax compliance or tax accounting processes
• CA (Chartered Accountant) – Articleship experience preferred
• Familiarity with SAP ECC/S4 HANA
• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and time zones

Nice to Have

• CA (India), CPA (US), ACCA, or equivalent professional certification (in progress or completed)
• Experience in technology, fintech, or payments
• Background in shared services or global capability centers (GCCs)
• Exposure to tax engines such as OneSource

Travel Percent

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Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits including generous paid time off, health coverage for you and your family, and resources for financial and mental well‑being.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].