SAP FICO Vertex Consultant - Manager - 64135941

Cognizant Technology Solutions•Austin, TX

58d•Hybrid

About The Position

Cognizant Technology Solutions is currently seeking a highly skilled Vertex Consultant who will be catering to North America customers and involves supporting proactive and reactive business opportunities such as managed services and transformation. The individual will be closely working with our onsite sales / delivery teams, and participate in solution discussions, and workshops. We are looking for a seasoned SAP FICO Consultant with a minimum of 10 years of consulting experience and hands-on expertise in Vertex tax configuration and integration. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in in taxation processes, and a proven track record of delivering end-to-end implementations in complex, multi-system landscapes.

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of consulting experience including SAP FICO.
Strong knowledge of Vertex tax configurations, processes, and third-party interface setup.
Experience working with complex interfaces, data flows, and validation mechanisms.
Demonstrated leadership in coordinating cross-functional teams and delivering best-practice solutions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including documentation and executive-level presentations.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge in SAP
Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or related field.
CPA or CPA-equivalent certification is a plus.
Prior experience in high-tech or software industries.

Responsibilities

Lead and execute full lifecycle implementations of Vertex tax solutions, including configuration and integration with SAP.
Design and configure tax processes within Vertex, ensuring compliance with business and regulatory requirements.
Set up and manage connectivity between Vertex and third-party systems, including data flow and validation processes.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, identify gaps, and design scalable tax solutions.
Provide expertise in SAP tax configuration, especially in FICO modules, and ensure seamless integration with Vertex.
Manage on-site and offshore teams to deliver project milestones on time and within scope.
Conduct workshops, prepare documentation, and deliver presentations to both technical and business stakeholders.
Support project management activities including planning, risk mitigation, and stakeholder communication.
Identify opportunities to enhance team capabilities and improve delivery efficiency.