Sales Tax Analyst
Elastic, the Search AI Company, enables everyone to find the answers they need in real time, using all their data, at scale — unleashing the potential of businesses and people. The Elastic Search AI Platform, used by more than 50% of the Fortune 500, brings together the precision of search and the intelligence of AI to enable everyone to accelerate the results that matter. By taking advantage of all structured and unstructured data — securing and protecting private information more effectively — Elastic’s complete, cloud-based solutions for search, security, and observability help organizations deliver on the promise of AI.
What is The Role:We are looking for an Indirect Tax Analyst to join our Tax team of seven and focus on all indirect tax aspects of our US business, as well as assist with special projects globally..
As the Indirect Tax Analyst, you will join a multi-functional global Finance team, ensuring we operate most efficiently and effectively as Elastic continues to scale. You’ll also engage with a diverse range of Elasticians and external business partners across the globe and will be constantly learning, growing, and adapting to help build best in class processes.
What You Will Be Doing:- Analyze the general ledger, reconciliations, and tax reports to ensure accurate reporting of tax; reconcile data between systems to ensure integrity and accuracy, analyzing fluctuations for assigned accounts to identify unusual trends or activity;
- Gather and prepare data for indirect tax returns including sales, use, Canadian GST/HST/PST, property, and gross receipts; review business license applications and renewals; ensure timely and accurate filings to minimize assessments
- Assist in managing indirect tax compliance and payments in collaboration with internal team and external tax outsource firm
- Develop, improve and streamline processes and procedures for indirect tax return compliance
- Preparation and completion of accurate and timely quarterly and year-end indirect tax reconciliations in accordance with US GAAP
- Monitor the sales tax system to ensure correct rates and tax rules are applied; troubleshoot tax engine issues and work with the business systems team to resolve
- Conduct risk assessments and reviews of indirect tax processes to identify and mitigate potential risks; calculating tax reserves in compliance with ASC 450 (FAS 5) to ensure accurate financial reporting
- Respond to correspondence & inquiries from tax authorities and resolve outstanding issues
- Assist with indirect tax audits
- Interact with Billings/AR team on indirect tax credit requests and subsequent entering of tax exemption certificates into Avalara ECM
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
- 3+ years indirect tax experience preferred; SAAS tax experience a plus
- Ability to recognize, understand, and analyze complex indirect tax issues
- Proficient computer skills including Excel, NetSuite, Avalara.
- Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and analytical skills
- Ability to handle multiple projects, priorities, and large amounts of data; ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong social skills and ability to communicate effectively
- Strive to achieve effective performance within the team, working for the overall success of the company
- A sense of humor and ability to roll with the punches definitely a plus
As a distributed company, diversity drives our identity. Whether you’re looking to launch a new career or grow an existing one, Elastic is the type of company where you can balance great work with great life. Your age is only a number. It doesn’t matter if you’re just out of college or your children are; we need you for what you can do.
We strive to have parity of benefits across regions and while regulations differ from place to place, we believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do.
- Competitive pay based on the work you do here and not your previous salary
- Health coverage for you and your family in many locations
- Ability to craft your calendar with flexible locations and schedules for many roles
- Generous number of vacation days each year
- Increase your impact - We match up to $2000 (or local currency equivalent) for financial donations and service
- Up to 40 hours each year to use toward volunteer projects you love
- Embracing parenthood with minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave
Different people approach problems differently. We need that. Elastic is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.
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