Sr Analyst Indirect tax

Elastic

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 In this role as a Sr Payroll Analyst for the APJ region, you'll be supporting the Payroll Manager and collaborating with various internal teams to enhance our payroll systems across APJ. Your analytical skills will be put to good use as you work on benefits, HR, stock management, and sales commission processing, ensuring we deliver accurate and efficient payroll services. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy making a tangible impact, this position offers an opportunity to meaningfully shape our payroll operations. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING * Process payroll for the APJ region accurately and on time, while resolving discrepancies and addressing employee inquiries (ServiceNow). Coordinate the data entry and maintenance of payroll information systems and conduct reconciliations of payroll accounts to prepare payroll reports. * Implement data validation checks to ensure accurate payroll processing. Support stakeholders by fulfilling ad-hoc requests for payroll data analysis, delivering timely and insightful information. * Ensure compliance with local labor laws and regulations throughout the APJ region. Maintain current knowledge of payroll compliance requirements and best practices. Collaborate with the legal team to address compliance-related queries and implement necessary changes. * Generate and analyze payroll reports to identify trends and discrepancies. Prepare documentation for both internal and external audits related to payroll processing. Collaborate with finance teams to ensure payroll data reconciles accurately with financial reports. * Collaborate closely with HR teams to align on payroll-related issues. Facilitate effective communication between payroll and finance departments to streamline processes and enhance efficiency. * Maintain solid relationships with payroll vendors to ensure effective service delivery. Review and approve vendor invoices for accuracy and compliance. Monitor vendor performance to ensure adherence to service-level agreements and contractual obligations. * Country Scope: Australia, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, New Zealand & Singapore. WHAT YOU BRING * 5+ years with payroll administration in the APJ region * Experience with payroll data analysis tools * Knowledge of HR management systems (Workday) * Skills in generating payroll reports * Experience using data validation tools * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data manipulation * Knowledge of ServiceNow for managing payroll inquiries * Experience with TMF Horizon Payroll Vendor operations (Preferred) * Ability to conduct payroll account reconciliations * Successfully improved payroll processing accuracy by implementing new validation checks * Streamlined payroll operations, leading to a reduction in processing time * Achieved compliance with local labor laws through effective audits and process improvements * Delivered actionable insights through payroll data analysis to support decision-making * Established solid relationships with payroll vendors, resulting in enhanced service delivery * Played a key role in successful internal and external payroll audits with minimal discrepancies. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE 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 employer and is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. 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. We welcome individuals with disabilities and strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all individuals. To request an accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email candidate_accessibility@elastic.co. We will reply to your request within 24 business hours of submission. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws, view posters linked below: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Poster; Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision Poster; Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Poster and Know Your Rights (Poster) Elasticsearch develops and distributes technology and information that is subject to U.S. and other countries’ export controls and licensing requirements for individuals who are located in or are nationals of the following sanctioned countries and regions: Belarus, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, or Russia, including the Ukrainian territories annexed by Russia (The Crimea region of Ukraine, The Donetsk People's Republic (DNR), The Luhansk People's Republic (LNR), Kherson or Zaporizhzhia). If you are located in or are a national of one of the listed countries or regions, an export license may be required as a condition of your employment in this role. Please note that national origin and/or nationality do not affect eligibility for employment with Elastic. Please see here for our Privacy Statement.

Elastic

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 As a Cloud Billing Operations Sr. Lead, you will play a critical role in managing and optimizing our cloud billing processes and operations.  This leadership position requires a deep understanding of cloud technology, financial operations of a SAAS business, scaling through Marketplaces & via Hyerscalers and strong ability to lead, influence and collaborate with cross functional teams.  You will be a team leader, problem solver, detail-oriented, flexible, and focused on creating an excellent experience for both internal and external customers. To succeed in this position, the Cloud Billing Operations Sr. Lead will have a passion for recognizing areas of improvements and implementing change to contribute to enhancements of the overall workflow process. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING * Collaborate with various teams including Support, Legal, OrderOps, Engineering etc. on escalated billing & contract issues to resolve customer disputes * Working directly with customers as well as internal customers to understand and resolve their billing issues  * Managing, prioritizing, and tracking your team’s work in a case management system * Leverage internal AI technology and documentation to achieve faster customer disputes resolutions * Supporting communications, termination and bad debt write-off for delinquent customers, invoice reconciliation and marketplace cash application from various platforms  * Approve your team’s Process Return Authorizations and Credit Memos in Netsuite * Work with the Cloud Billing (Engineering) Team to review/verify accounts subject to suspension due to nonpayment  * Understand the current business systems and workflows to help us make proactive process improvements  * Perform root cause analysis and drive scalable solutions WHAT YOU BRING High level of enthusiasm and pride in your work, you have a strong ability to learn, and you see change and challenges as opportunities to make things better. You have experience in a fast-paced, high-growth, global environment and you are no stranger to building and optimizing the processes necessary to keep us growing without stumbling. If that's you, hopefully you also have: * 5+ years of professional experience in billing operations, FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) or related financial operations * Work hours flexibility: able to shift hours later to overlap with North American teams * Good understanding of cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google) and cloud billing models. * Strong communication skills, both verbal and written; ability to interact with customers and other teams * Strong attention-to-detail * Creative problem solving skills * Strong ability to work independently and prioritize in distributed, dynamic, fast-paced environment * Accustomed to working with case management system * Positivity! We each love what we do and believe that a positive attitude matters * Proficiency in MS Excel or Google Spreadsheet BONUS POINTS * Strong analytical skills * Understanding of cloud technologies, e.g., AWS, Azure, Google and cloud billing models a plus * Experience with NetSuite, Salesforce, Stripe * Comfort using basic AI tools to increase efficiency and support day-to-day operations * Basic proficiency in a SQL / Query language and/or Excel Macros #LI-DS1 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE 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 employer and is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. 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. We welcome individuals with disabilities and strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all individuals. To request an accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email candidate_accessibility@elastic.co. We will reply to your request within 24 business hours of submission. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws, view posters linked below: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Poster; Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision Poster; Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Poster and Know Your Rights (Poster) Elasticsearch develops and distributes technology and information that is subject to U.S. and other countries’ export controls and licensing requirements for individuals who are located in or are nationals of the following sanctioned countries and regions: Belarus, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, or Russia, including the Ukrainian territories annexed by Russia (The Crimea region of Ukraine, The Donetsk People's Republic (DNR), The Luhansk People's Republic (LNR), Kherson or Zaporizhzhia). If you are located in or are a national of one of the listed countries or regions, an export license may be required as a condition of your employment in this role. Please note that national origin and/or nationality do not affect eligibility for employment with Elastic. Please see here for our Privacy Statement.

WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.  We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.    We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.   Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.    For more information, visit WPP.com.   Why we're hiring: This position will become an integral part of a dynamic and growing UK VAT compliance team in WPP, one of the top advertising firms in the world. Experience in preparing UK VAT returns is essential, but in addition to that we are looking for individuals with an enthusiasm for delivering quality work, with a curiosity for getting into the detail of data and resolving queries, along with a sense of commercial awareness and a desire to develop their knowledge.    Accuracy and consistency are important, along with good skills in using Microsoft excel.    In return you will have the opportunity to develop your UK VAT knowledge deeper, collaborate with local SSC colleagues in ensuring transactions meet VAT reporting requirements, gain experience working with a variety of finance applications and a Big 4 developed VAT return tool, and be part of a new team created to support VAT compliance process for multiple agencies. What you'll be doing: * Accurate preparation of UK VAT returns within required timeframes for multiple VAT registrations, following standard operating procedures. * Deliver exceptional support to multiple UK agencies, building relationships and representing the VAT compliance team as a trusted service provider.   * Work with local Finance teams to build Indirect Tax calendar of filings, maintaining database of historic filing data, and keeping updated with VAT return filing and payment info. * Responsible for calculating monthly accruals and reconciliation of indirect tax accounts to VAT return. * Handle and respond to requests from the UK VAT Compliance senior manager and assist with tax audits including analysing various transactions and gathering of requested data. * Assist Indirect Tax Manager with required registrations for all UK companies. * Support UK VAT Senior Manager with ad-hoc projects and analysis as directed. What you'll need: * A minimum of 2 years proven experience in UK indirect tax compliance is essential. * Excellent writing and communication skills in English. * Advanced Microsoft Office skills. * Attention to detail and ability to analyse large volumes of data. * Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university. Who you are: You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working. You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected. You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.   What we'll give you: Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work. Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry. Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge? #LI-Onsite  We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. PLEASE READ OUR PRIVACY NOTICE (HTTPS://WWW.WPP.COM/EN/CAREERS/WPP-PRIVACY-POLICY-FOR-RECRUITMENT) FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW WE PROCESS THE INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE.