Senior Accountant

Sapiens is on the lookout for a Senior Accountant to become a key player in our Bangalore team. If you're a seasoned Accountant and ready to take your career to new heights with an established, globally successful company, this role could be the perfect fit.

Location: Bangalore

Working Model: Our flexible work arrangement combines both remote and in-office work, optimizing flexibility and productivity.

What you’ll do:

Job Title: Tax Accountant (India & APAC Tax Compliance)

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Tax Accountant to manage comprehensive direct and indirect tax compliance across India, Singapore, and other APAC regions. This role involves end-to-end responsibility for GST/VAT/Sales Tax filings, SEZ returns, TDS/TCS/WHT compliance, tax computations, and advance tax payments. The ideal candidate will also oversee the preparation of tax provisions, deferred tax schedules, and global tax reconciliations. In addition, the role includes managing income tax filings, transfer pricing documentation, annual statutory returns, and coordinating with external advisors and internal teams to ensure full compliance with domestic and international tax regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

·        Prepare and file monthly and annual indirect tax returns (GST, VAT, Sales Tax) for India, Singapore, and other APAC jurisdictions in compliance with local regulations.

·        Prepare and file SEZ-related returns including MPR (Monthly Performance Report), APR (Annual Performance Report), SERF, and other statutory filings.

·        Ensure accurate deduction, timely deposit, and filing of returns for TDS/TCS in India and Withholding Tax (WHT) in other jurisdictions.

·        Compute taxable income and manage timely payment of advance taxes for APAC entities, ensuring alignment with local tax laws.

·        Prepare and account for tax provisions, including MAT credit and deferred tax assets/liabilities. Maintain global tax reconciliation schedules and supporting documentation.

·        Prepare tax audit reports, schedules, and reconciliations. Coordinate with auditors and consultants to facilitate smooth and timely closure of audits.

·        Ensure accurate and timely filing of income tax returns, including related compliances such as MAT, FTC, and other statutory submissions.

·        Prepare and manage filing of TP documentation (including Form 3CEB and Master File). Collaborate with global tax teams on CBCR (Country-by-Country Reporting) and other group-level filings.

·        Manage and file statutory annual returns such as FLA (Foreign Liabilities and Assets), SFT (Statement of Financial Transactions), EL (Equalization Levy), and other regulatory filings.

·        Coordinate with external advisors in India and international jurisdictions on matters such as tax registrations, legal opinions, assessments, and timely submission of filings.

·        Maintain complete and accurate tax records, schedules, and reconciliation statements to support internal and external audits.

·        Work closely with internal finance, legal, and business teams to address and resolve tax-related issues.

Required Qualifications:

• Semi qualified inter CA / CMA / CPA or master’s degree in commerce, Taxation, or Finance.
• 5–8 years of experience in tax accounting, with exposure to both Indian and international tax systems.
• Strong knowledge of GST, TDS, Income Tax, and international tax compliance (especially APAC region).
• Proficiency in managing different regulatory portals.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines across different time zones.

About Sapiens:-

Sapiens International Corporation (NASDAQ and TASE: SPNS) is a global leader in intelligent insurance software solutions. With Sapiens’ robust platform, customer-driven partnerships, and rich ecosystem, insurers are empowered to future-proof their organizations with operational excellence in a rapidly changing marketplace. We help insurers harness the power of AI and advanced automation to support core solutions for property and casualty, workers’ compensation, and life insurance, including reinsurance, financial & compliance, data & analytics, digital, and decision management. Sapiens boasts a longtime global presence, serving over 600 customers in more than 30 countries with its innovative SaaS offerings. Recognized by industry experts and selected for the Microsoft Top 100 Partner program, Sapiens is committed to partnering with our customers for their entire transformation journey and is continuously innovating to ensure their success. For More information visit us on www.sapiens.com.

Sapiens is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive work environment that embraces individuals from diverse backgrounds.

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