Senior Indirect Tax Analyst

Description & Requirements

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

Job Title: Tax Analyst

Department: Global Finance

Location: Hyderabad, India

Introduction to Function & Role

Join a collaborative and high-performing Global Indirect Tax team at Electronic Arts (EA), a world leader in interactive entertainment. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented, tech-savvy finance professional to support global VAT and Sales Tax compliance processes across EA Inc. and EA Swiss Sarl. The Indirect Tax Analyst will work closely with cross-functional teams based in the UK, US, and India, providing crucial support in tax filings, reconciliations, and automation initiatives.

This role will provide the right candidate with a solid foundation in global indirect tax and opportunities to contribute to transformation through process improvements and technology adoption.

Roles And Responsibilities

Indirect Tax Compliance:

• Prepare and file VAT returns, Intrastat, and EC Sales List declarations for multiple jurisdictions.
• Support Sales and Use Tax return preparation and reconciliation for North America.
• Assist in VAT revenue reconciliation, balance sheet recons, M-M1 analysis, and variance reviews.
• Prepare VAT offset journal entries and support VAT close activities.
• Perform indirect tax reconciliations, including journal preparation, Cadency workpapers and documentation of related accounting entries
  
  

Process Excellence & Automation

• Develop, maintain, and enhance Alteryx workflows to support tax return processes and reconciliations.
• Improve documentation of procedures and internal controls related to VAT and Sales Tax.
• Collaborate with the IT and Tax teams for system changes, validations, and audit trails (e.g., Omniflow, Oracle R12).
  
  

Key Attributes

• Strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Self-Starter with good conceptual knowledge
• Highly collaborative and proactive team player with a problem-solving mindset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and adaptable to a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Commitment to learning and applying new technologies and process improvement.
  
  

Job Requirements

• Education: Semi-qualified Chartered Accountant or Bachelor’s/master’s in commerce.
• Experience: Minimum 5-8 years of relevant work experience in VAT Accounting, Indirect Tax, or Compliance roles.
• Skills & Tools:
• Hands-on experience with Oracle R12 and Cadency (certification preferred).
• Exposure to Alteryx, Power BI, and HFM is an advantage.
• Strong command of MS Excel and familiarity with large ERP systems.
• Tax Knowledge:
• Proficiency in VAT Return preparation and review.
• Exposure to global indirect tax processes (especially EU/US).
• Experience in VAT-related statistical surveys and reconciliations is desirable.
  
  

About Electronic Arts

We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.

We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

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