Serve as the Project Manager on assigned third-party tax software implementations (Vertex, Avalara, Sovos, Thomson Reuters, ADP, Billsoft) and custom software development projects
Manage assigned system integration projects that involve major ERP and billing systems, such as SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, JD Edwards, etc
Requirements analysis and design for indirect tax software implementations
Manage programming for custom system interfaces and modification of preexisting interfaces
Manage testing and support of assigned system go-live projects
Develop and deliver key project documentation including requirements documents, design documents, and test plans
Help develop and lead staff to enable them to perform core project activities
Participating in Sales meetings and Proposal Development meetings
Network and develop key relationships both within Grant Thornton and externally
Other duties as assigned

Bachelor's degree in related technical field
Must have one of the below credentials:
Project Management Professional, Six Sigma, Lean or equivalent certification
Master’s degree in accounting, Tax Business Administration, Finance or Information Systems Tax
Certified Member of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation
Equivalent accounting certification or law license in home country (e.g., Chartered Accountant)
Five years of experience with SAP/Oracle functional and/or technical experience
Two years of Oracle EBS/ERP Cloud/SAP ABAP Design and Development experience
Deep technical understanding of SAP or Oracle. This includes understanding the customization path in the solutions, the table structures, and the core functional Order-to-Cash and Procure-to-Pay streams
SAP Namespace development a plus
Experience writing documentation for ERP implementations
Experience managing and developing team members for these types of implementations
Experience in public accounting is a plus
Strong computer skills required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to travel as needed

Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.
Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

Global Indirect Tax Automation Manager, Tax Technology

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