Legal Associate

Stripe

At Stripe, our mission is to increase the GDP of the internet. We build the most powerful and flexible tools for running an internet business globally. We handle billions of dollars each year and enable millions of users around the world to scale faster and more efficiently by building their businesses on Stripe. Our tax team works with Stripes across the company to develop an efficient tax structure, as our international business scales and expands into new markets. We are looking for a well-rounded and seasoned tax professional to help us lead this effort. This function will be responsible for the global Indirect Tax (VAT/GST) Compliance of our Stripe business. This includes building and implementing VAT/GST compliance processes and controls, supporting management, and working with our indirect tax advisory, systems & compliance leads on day-to-day matters, and much more. The position will be based in Bangalore and report to the International Indirect Tax Lead. Responsibilities * Oversee and manage our global indirect tax compliance function ensuring compliance with VAT/GST, and other indirect tax obligations across multiple jurisdictions. * Manage VAT/GST registrations across tax authorities. * Management of indirect tax audits and other indirect tax matters involving tax authorities. * Collaborate with the international indirect tax planning and advisory team, the international accounting teams and third-party service providers on VAT/GST, assisting with the ongoing enhancement of the indirect tax compliance and control processes. * Work with other tax team members and product and engineering teams to help define compliance requirements and collaborate on the design and implementation of VAT/GST controls.  * Promote indirect tax awareness and knowledge including training and liaising with business and tax partners on changes to indirect tax legislation, systems, policies and processes. We are looking for someone with:  * 4-6 years of experience in global indirect tax compliance, with experience managing large-scale tax initiatives. * Previous in-house experience within a multinational business and either legal or accountancy firm experience. * Deep understanding of global indirect tax laws and regulations, including VAT and GST. * Understanding of diverse business models and associated tax implications, including intercompany service entities and reseller arrangements. * Exceptional time-management and project-management skills. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. You should be able to adjust your communication style based on your audience (users, product teams, advisors, etc.).  * The ability to prioritize projects in a fast-changing environment. * Tax qualification or experience. * Experience in supporting internal and external audit queries. * Cross-functional experience, in particular with system engineers, international accounting, Tax, user support.  * Systems experience (i.e., Oracle AP/AR modules, Alteryx, hubble queries).  Preferred qualifications: * An advanced degree or professional qualification (CTA/CPA, or equivalent, Masters in Tax, or LLM or equivalent) in tax, law or accounting.   * Experience working in technology, payments, or financial services. * Experience working in a high-growth, rapidly scaling environment. * A willingness to work with a diverse crew of tax nerds who care deeply about Stripe’s tax issues and each other. To apply please include the following: * * LinkedIn profile and resume

Stripe

LEGAL ENTITY CONTROLLER (BANGALORE) About Stripe Stripe is a financial infrastructure platform for businesses. Millions of companies—from the world's largest enterprises to the most ambitious startups—use Stripe to accept payments, grow their revenue, and accelerate new business opportunities. Our mission is to increase the GDP of the internet, and we have a staggering amount of work ahead. That means you have an unprecedented opportunity to put the global economy within everyone's reach while doing the most important work of your career. To further this important mission, we're building our Accounting team in Bangalore Finance and are looking for someone to help us scale for the future in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities * End-to-end controllership for assigned legal entity(ies), including financial close, statutory reporting, audit readiness, regulatory filings, and adoption with the board or local management * Preparation and sign-off of statutory financial statements and coordination of statutory adoption processes with local boards and directors and external advisors * Manage external auditors and local service providers, setting scope, driving timelines, resolving findings, and maintaining high-quality documentation for audits, reviews, and regulatory inspections * Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end close, leading complex journal entries, reconciliations, technical accounting assessments, variance analysis, and executive reporting packages * Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of entity-level accounting policies and internal control frameworks, and own SOX and internal control compliance and remediation where applicable * Serve as the primary business partner to Tax, Treasury, Legal, FP&A, and regional finance teams on transactions and policy changes that affect the entity's accounting, tax, and regulatory outcomes * Identify, prioritize, and deliver process improvements and automation initiatives that materially increase accuracy, speed, or scalability of entity accounting (RPA, ERP configuration, reporting pipelines, templates, or tooling) * Resolve technical accounting questions and apply US GAAP, IFRS, and local GAAP judgment — escalate to central technical accounting teams when needed with well-formed recommendations * Provide coaching and mentorship to more junior accounting teammates, and lead cross-functional projects and working groups to improve operating models * Act as a subject-matter expert for entity-level reporting requests, internal and external audits, regulatory inquiries, and management escalations QUALIFICATIONS * Professional accountancy qualification (CA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with 9+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant controllership exposure * Deep hands-on experience with monthly and year-end close, statutory financial statement preparation, external audits, regulatory filings, and variance analysis * Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS, and experience applying local GAAP and converging treatments across frameworks * Demonstrated experience owning internal control programs (SOX or similar) and executing control design and remediation * Track record of delivering automation or process simplification at the entity level (ERP, reconciliation tooling, reporting pipeline improvements) * Strong technical and problem-solving skills, advanced Excel ability, and experience with financial systems (e.g., Oracle, Workiva, Blackline, or similar). Familiarity with SQL and BI tools or scripting is a plus. * Excellent stakeholder management — ability to partner with Tax, Treasury, Legal, FP&A, and regional teams to drive timely, risk-mitigated outcomes * High integrity, sound professional judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to operate under tight deadlines * Experience leading or mentoring junior finance professionals and managing external advisors or service providers NICE TO HAVE * Knowledge of (or experience in) the technology or payments industry * Oracle suite * Hubble and SQL

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.     Job location : Bangalore Work mode : Hybrid : 4 days work from office   Why we're hiring: WPP is on a global transformation journey for its accounting and finance departments. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic team with a great learning environment. We are looking for a State & Local Tax Manager to join the Tax team in our Bangalore or Mumbai offices.   What you'll be doing: The State & Local Tax Manager is a key player supporting the state and local tax compliance and reporting areas that are under the team’s responsibility. This role reports into the Vice President of State & Local Tax and will involve supporting and assisting the team where applicable.   Role Responsibilities included: * Oversee and mentor a team of four Tax Seniors * Review state & local tax returns for US legal entities (corporations, partnerships, LLCs) * Review state tax modifications for combined and separate tax returns * Review state apportionment calculations * Review state extensions and quarterly estimated tax payments calculations * Oversee e-filing of state & local tax returns, extensions, and estimates * Review state current and deferred tax provision calculations, state blended deferred tax rate, and return-to-provision adjustments for all US subsidiaries * Assist with completion of other tax provision schedules including state tax reserves * Assist with state income tax audits and respond to state tax notices * Manage information requests from other internal and external teams   What you'll need: * Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in Accounting or Taxation. * Seven(7) or more years of experience into SALT * Strong working knowledge of US state & local tax rules and tax reporting obligations. * Advanced Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. * Strong problem solving and organizational skills; high level of attention to details. * Self-motivated, comprehends and responds constructively to instructions. * Capable to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously. * Experience using Corptax required     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-Hybrid  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.