Tax Specialist

At Franklin Templeton, were driving our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise thats both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential but also to contribute to our clients achievements.
Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!
About The Department

• The Global Corporate Tax group manages worldwide tax compliance, reporting, and advisory activities for Franklin Resources, Inc. The team partners across finance, accounting, and regional tax functions to ensure accurate filings and strong tax governance. Team members work in a collaborative environment with opportunities to build deep expertise in U.S. federal, state, and international tax while supporting a global financial organization.
  

How you will add value
Core Responsibilities

• You will prepare U.S. sales and use tax returns.
• You will provide data for indirect tax calculations across multiple countries.
• You will prepare quarterly sales and use tax information for outsourcing partners.
• You will support compliance by reviewing invoices, gathering data, and ensuring timely filings.
• You will monitor state tax rates and complete e?filings before deadlines.
• You will respond to sales and use tax audit queries.
• You will prepare or review U.S. federal, state, international, UK, and Asia Pacific tax returns.
• You will assist with tax accruals, provisions, and special projects.
• You will complete additional tasks assigned by the supervisor.
  

What will help you be successful in this role
Experience, Education & Certifications

• Bachelors or masters degree in accounting, finance, or tax.
• Three to four years of tax or accounting experience, ideally with U.S. corporate and international tax exposure.
• Strong understanding of tax accruals, financial statements, and accounting principles.
  

Technical Skills

• Experience with tax software such as One-Source RS or similar tools.
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft applications.
• Familiarity with tax and financial systems.
  

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and apply sound judgment.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to maintain knowledge of evolving procedures and requirements.
  

Work Shift Timings - 9:00 AM 6:00 PM IST
Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!
Our culture is shaped by our diverse global workforce and strongly held core values. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, theres a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.
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By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for lifes adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have them covered.
Highlights Of Our Benefits Include

• Professional development growth opportunities through in-house classes and over 150 Web-based training courses
• An educational assistance program to financially help employees seeking continuing education
• Medical, Life and Personal Accident Insurance benefit for employees. Medical insurance also cover employees dependents (spouses, children and dependent parents)
• Life insurance for protection of employees families
• Personal accident insurance for protection of employees and their families
• Personal loan assistance
• Employee Stock Investment Plan (ESIP)
• 12 weeks Paternity leave
• Onsite fitness center, recreation center, and cafeteria
• Transport facility
• Child day care facility for women employees
• Cricket grounds and gymnasium
• Library
• Health Center with doctor availability
• HDFC ATM on the campus
  

Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton
Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
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