Akshay Wakode
Tax Analyst EMEA VAT
Pune
Summary
VAT Specialist with over 4 years of expertise in EMEA and APAC indirect tax compliance, focusing on VAT and SST reporting, EU VAT regulations, ECSL, and Intrastat. Demonstrated success in end-to-end VAT compliance, audit support and VAT reconciliations with a strong emphasis on cross-border transaction analysis. Proven track record in process improvement, documentation framework development, and team training, alongside effective collaboration with business stakeholders. Skilled in ERP tools, driving standardization and consistently delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Tax Analyst
CaptoSoft Digital Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Pune
03.2024 - Current
- Led preparation, review, and submission of VAT/SST returns across EMEA and APAC, ensuring compliance with local regulations.
- Managed end-to-end VAT compliance documentation to maintain audit-ready records and robust internal controls.
- Prepared and reviewed periodic VAT returns, EC Sales Lists (ECSL), and Intrastat declarations, validating VAT numbers through VIES.
- Provided VAT advisory support on cross-border transactions and compliance requirements to internal teams.
- Supported VAT audits by compiling schedules, evidence, and reconciliation files for tax authorities.
- Identified compliance gaps and potential tax risks while implementing process improvements for standardization.
- Develop and implement SOPs for the Tax Residency Certificate (TRC) process, reducing double taxation exposure, and improving turnaround time.
- Contributed to process improvement initiatives aimed at standardizing VAT workflows and enhancing efficiency.
- Delivered VAT training and onboarding sessions for new team members to strengthen compliance quality.
Tax Associate
CaptoSoft Digital Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Pune
12.2021 - 03.2024
- Supported EU VAT compliance for entities in Europe through accurate VAT returns and reporting.
- Prepared and reviewed periodic and annual VAT returns according to EU VAT Directive and local regulations.
- Responded to VAT-related queries from accounting and business teams, offering practical compliance guidance.
- Calculated VAT liabilities across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring precise tax computation and reporting.
- Coordinated with internal stakeholders and external partners to address compliance issues effectively.
- Maintained VAT rulebooks, glossaries, trackers, exception logs, and correction trackers for quality control.
- Contributed to team knowledge-sharing initiatives and standardized documentation processes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Fergusson College
Pune, IndiaMBA -
DY Patil University
Pune, IndiaSkills
- EU VAT compliance (ECSL, Intrastat, and VIES validation)
- VAT and SST returns preparation and review
- Tax research and analysis
- Cross-border and intra-community transactions
- Vat reconciliations and variance analysis
- Tax audit support and audit-ready documentation
- Tax risk identification and mitigation
- Interpretation of EU VAT directive and local VAT rules
- End-to-end VAT compliance management
- Process improvement, Standardisation and SOP development
- Process automation support and control checks
- Data validation and quality reviews
- Stakeholder communication and cross-functional collaboration
- Training and mentoring junior team members
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Independent working and deadline-driven delivery
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Marathi
Native
Native
Certification
Mastering VAT in Europe - Udemy.
Accomplishments
Outstanding Performer Award.
Timeline
Tax Analyst
CaptoSoft Digital Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
03.2024 - Current
Tax Associate
CaptoSoft Digital Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
12.2021 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Fergusson College
MBA -
DY Patil University