Job Title
SAP VERTEX Consultant
Project
Global SAP S/4HANA Private Cloud Implementation
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 12 months (with possible extension)
Location: Remote (Candidates based in Europe preferred for time zone alignment)
Language: English (mandatory)
Project Overview:
The Program is a global SAP S/4HANA Private Cloud implementation for a leading client in the chemical industry. The program involves full-cycle SAP implementation, including finance, controlling, logistics, and other functional areas.Â
Role Overview:
We are looking for an experienced SAP VERTEX Consultant to lead the tax solution design, implementation, and integration activities related to VERTEX within the S/4HANA Private Cloud environment. The consultant will serve as the primary subject matter expert for indirect tax determination processes and ensure the correct configuration and optimization of VERTEX for the program.
Key Responsibilities:
– Lead the design, configuration, and deployment of VERTEX tax engine integrated with SAP S/4HANA.
– Gather and analyze business requirements for tax calculation and compliance, ensuring effective VERTEX implementation.
– Design and configure VERTEX to support multiple tax jurisdictions and complex tax scenarios, ensuring accuracy in indirect tax calculations (VAT, Sales & Use Tax, etc.).
– Collaborate with SAP Finance and Procurement teams to ensure seamless integration between VERTEX and SAP modules such as FI, MM, and SD.
– Provide technical support and troubleshooting related to VERTEX, including resolving tax calculation discrepancies.
– Support data migration and testing activities related to tax configurations and transactions.
– Conduct end-user training and documentation as needed.
– Advise on best practices for tax automation and compliance within the S/4HANA landscape.
Required Skills & Experience:
– Proven experience in SAP VERTEX implementation and configuration in an S/4HANA or ECC environment.
– In-depth knowledge of indirect tax processes, including VAT, Sales & Use Tax, and international tax requirements.
– Strong understanding of integration points between SAP FI, MM, SD, and external tax engines.
– Hands-on experience in designing and configuring tax determination and reporting within SAP.
– Experience working with VERTEX tax automation tools, including indirect tax solutions.
– Ability to independently lead functional discussions and deliver tax solutions in a global environment.
– Excellent English communication skills (written and spoken).
– Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; ability to work effectively in a remote setup.
Nice-to-Have:
– Experience with S/4HANA Private Cloud implementations.
– Prior exposure to tax processes within the Chemicals or Manufacturing industries.