SAP FI GL Tax consultant

Job Title: SAP FI GL Tax Consultant

Job Responsibilities:

1. Configuration and Implementation:
   

   • Configure SAP FIGL module focusing on taxrelated functionalities such as VAT withholding tax and sales tax.
     
   • Implement tax determination rules tax codes and tax procedures within the SAP system.
     
   • Ensure integration with external tax systems (e.g. Vertex Avalara) if necessary.
     

2. Tax Compliance and Reporting:
   

   • Ensure that tax configurations comply with local and international tax regulations.
     
   • Set up and maintain tax codes VAT returns and tax jurisdiction codes for accurate tax reporting.
     
   • Support the development of custom reports related to tax compliance and audit requirements.
     

3. Business Process Analysis:
   

   • Analyze and document the current tax processes and provide recommendations for improvement.
     
   • Work with finance teams to design and implement best practices for tax reporting and accounting.
     

4. Support and Maintenance:
   

   • Provide support for any taxrelated issues in the SAP FIGL module.
     
   • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to tax configuration and tax calculation errors.
     
   • Assist in monthend quarterend and yearend tax processing and reporting.
     

5. Training and Documentation:
   

   • Develop training materials for taxrelated processes in SAP FIGL.
     
   • Train endusers and key stakeholders on tax accounting functionalities and procedures.
     
   • Document all tax configuration settings and changes for future reference and audits.
     

6. Collaboration:
   

   • Collaborate with tax advisors external auditors and internal finance teams to ensure that tax compliance is maintained.
     
   • Work closely with SAP ABAP developers for any enhancements or customizations related to tax processing.
     
   • Interface with other SAP modules (e.g. SAP SD MM) to ensure accurate tax posting and reporting.
     

Job Requirements:

• Experience:
  

  • 58 years of handson experience in SAP FIGL with a focus on taxrelated configurations.
    
  • Experience with SAP tax reporting tax codes and tax determination procedures.
    
  • Experience in multiple SAP implementation projects including tax compliance aspects.
    

• Technical Skills:
  

  • Deep expertise in configuring SAP FIGL for tax purposes (VAT GST withholding tax etc.).
    
  • Knowledge of local tax regulations and global tax compliance.
    
  • Experience with tax integration tools like Vertex Avalara or similar.
    
  • Familiarity with SAP S/4HANA Finance and tax enhancements.
    

• Soft Skills:
  

  • Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities.
    
  • Excellent communication skills for explaining technical tax matters to nontechnical stakeholders.
    
  • Ability to work in a collaborative team environment with tax professionals and SAP consultants.
    

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAP FI or SAP S/4HANA certification.
  
• Indepth knowledge of international and local tax compliance.
  
• Experience in a multinational environment with exposure to global tax regulations.