Tax Analyst

Yext (NYSE: YEXT) is the enterprise agentic marketing platform. Built on the world's most comprehensive structured data platform for local businesses, Yext gives brands and their partners the visibility intelligence to win every moment of discovery – across AI and traditional search. Yext's API-first architecture connects structured data to APIs, MCP servers, and generative interfaces, so partners and developers can build purpose-built experiences on the same infrastructure powering Yext's own products. Thousands of brands and digital marketing partners in financial services, healthcare, retail, hospitality, and food rely on Yext to manage, measure, and optimize visibility at scale. For more information, visit yext.com .

Yext is expanding its International Operation Center and is looking for a talented and dynamic Tax Analyst to be part of the tax function based in India. The Tax Analyst will report to the Senior Tax Analyst in Hyderabad and work very closely with the tax team located in the US. The candidate is critical in defining and managing the processes for local tax filings and requirements, and will assist the US team on direct and indirect tax related tasks. The Tax Analyst will need to interact directly with other finance members across the organization as well as with external tax advisors. The ideal candidate is someone who’s self-motivated, a quick learner with excellent organizational and communication skills, and demonstrates strong initiative, ownership and passion.

What You’ll Do

Work with external service providers and internal tax team members to accurately and timely file all local Indian direct and indirect tax returns; maintain and monitor local tax filing calendar

Prepare, collate, and review global indirect tax returns(VAT/GST) across EMEA, APAC, and Canada regions in coordination with external advisors,ensuring compliance with local filing deadlines.

Assist in monthly tax account reconciliations, calculations, journal entries and tax return preparations

Develop knowledge of both Direct and Indirect Tax laws and apply to the business and keep up-to-date with changes

Develop in-depth knowledge of tools and applications supporting Tax processes

Assist the US tax team with inputs / preparations of the quarterly and annual US GAAP ASC740 Income Tax Provision calculations for the Yext India entity

At times assist with tax audits including gathering information, and assembling responses to auditor inquiries

Proactively identify areas for process improvements and implement solutions to automate existing workpapers and streamline processes

Assist in SOX process implementation for Yext India entity

What You Have

Minimum 2-4 years of relevant working experience in handling local Indian direct/indirect tax calculations, filings, and requirements

Solid understanding of accounting in the general ledger and financial statements, US GAAP accounting knowledge a plus

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent computer skills and advanced Excel skills (Pivots, SUMIFS, INDEXMATCH, etc.)

Self-starter who is able to be self-reliant and motivated to take on tasks and demonstrate the ability to work with service providers to drive tasks and projects to completion

Sense of responsibility, initiative and high-quality work standards

Strong willingness to work flexible hours with global business from time to time

Must be able to multitask, work efficiently under tight deadlines and proactively track and report progress

Self-motivated to apply learned experiences and leverage best practices

Bonus Points

Prior experience / knowledge with US Sales Tax/European VAT or other global indirect taxes a plus, keen interest in international taxes including emerging taxes, e.g., Digital Services Taxes

Experience with Netsuite ERP system/Zuora billing system/Avalara sales tax software a plus

Chartered Accountant / MBA with Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Prior working experience at Big 4 Public Accounting Firms or in house tax function of a US multinational companies

Perks and Benefits

At Yext, we take pride in our diverse workforce and prioritize creating an engaged and connected working environment. Our ambitious mission is to transform the enterprise with AI search, and we know that to achieve that, we need a global team of innovators, visionary thought leaders, and enthusiastic collaborators passionate about making a meaningful impact in the world and contributing to an extraordinary culture.

We believe that people do their best when they feel their best — and to feel their best, they must be well-informed, fuelled, and rested. To ensure our employees are at their best, we offer a wide range of benefits and perks, including:

Performance-Based Compensation : We offer an attractive bonus structure and stock options for eligible positions.

Comprehensive Leave Package : Our leave package includes Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Sick Leave, Casual Leave, Bereavement Leave, National Holidays, and Floating Holidays to ensure a healthy work-life balance.

Health & Wellness Offerings : We provide medical insurance with 7L coverage , including enhanced parental and outpatient department (OPD) coverage for you, your spouse, two dependent children, and two parents (as applicable and subject to eligibility requirements).

Relocation Benefits: We offer relocation assistance and an allowance to eligible candidates to help ease your transition.

World-Class Office & Building Amenities: Our office has a top-notch infrastructure, including gaming rooms, a plush pantry, and breakout areas.

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Yext is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a results-driven, engaging culture where every employee has the opportunity to contribute to the success of the Company, perform at the highest possible level, and grow their skills and capabilities. Yext welcomes employees and applicants of all backgrounds and demographics, and does not engage in discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic recognized under applicable law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. The Company believes a broad variety of life experiences across the Yext team is critical to its mission to help every business in the world be visible everywhere customers search. By seeking out fresh perspectives and fostering a positive interview experience and employee experience, Yext can remain at the forefront of innovation, and better serve its customers.

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