Lead - Indirect Tax

Job Description About Us With electric vehicles expected to be nearly 30% of new vehicle sales by 2025 and more than 50% by 2040, electric mobility is becoming a reality. ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) is at the center of this revolution, powering one of the world's leading EV charging networks and a comprehensive set of hardware, software and mobile solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. We bring together drivers, businesses, automakers, policymakers, utilities and other stakeholders to make e-mobility a global reality. Since our founding in 2007, ChargePoint has focused solely on making the transition to electric easy for businesses, fleets and drivers. ChargePoint offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an all-electric future and a trillion-dollar market. At ChargePoint, we foster a positive and productive work environment by committing to live our values of Be Courageous, Charge Together, Love our Customers, Operate with Openness, and Relentlessly Pursue Awesome. These values guide how we show up every day, align, and work together to build a brighter future for all of us. Join the team that is building the EV charging industry and make your mark on how people and goods will get everywhere they need to go, in any context, for generations to come. Reports To Senior Manager, Revenue Accounting What You Will Be Doing - Support new tax legislation requirements - Subject matter expert for the Company in US sales tax matters - Perform ad-hoc technical research - Review category mappings and support Avalara codes in NetSuite - Assist with Avalara maintenance, exemption certificates, and return filings - Work with Avalara and taxing jurisdictions on amended returns and refunds - Maintain tax policy documents internally regarding indirect tax. - Manage the organization's compliance calendar for indirect taxes and confirm all taxes are filed on time. - Timely and accurately respond to indirect tax notices and be to the lead for all indirect tax audits and inquiries. - Prepare general ledger reconciliations for indirect tax accounts. - Assist with implementation of indirect tax strategies and projects. - Reconcile tax transactions utilizing industry standard systems such as Netsuite and Avalara - Review and approve sales tax returns in internal systems monthly. - Proactively follow up with various US state tax authorities to resolve discrepancies related to sales tax notices and refunds. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Legal, Accounting, Finance) to provide operational guidance and mitigate indirect tax risks. Requirements - Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting - 2-4 years of experience in a similar role - CPA or CA preferred - Strong attention to detail and process-oriented mindset - Driven to increase efficiency in assigned areas - A curious and hardworking nature, with the ability to think critically - Comfortable working with large amounts of data and a strong analytical skillset - In-depth experience with accounting and sales tax programs and proper settings - Experience with Avalara, Salesforce and NetSuite preferred - Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, in particular Excel, and tax research tools - Ability to cover the first 4 hours of California, US based working day Location Bangalore We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status. If there is a match between your experiences/skills and the Company needs, we will contact you directly. ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants only - Recruiting agencies do not contact.