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Tax Solution Lead

Your role and responsibilities

We are seeking a skilled TAX Solution architect to play a key role in configuring, implementing, and supporting TAX processes within the Central Finance (CFIN) system. The TAX Solution architect will collaborate closely with business stakeholders, process owners, and technical teams to ensure seamless integration of TAX functions within the CFIN framework. This role requires deep functional knowledge of TAX processes, as well as the ability to translate business requirements into system configurations that optimize efficiency, accuracy, and business performance.This position requires close coordination with Deployment team, Functional architects and external vendors, to maintain and evolve the TAX architecture, ensuring it meets business needs and complies with ABB's standards.The work model for the role is: #LI-OnsiteThis role is contributing to the Finance Services business Finance Process Data Systems division in Bangalore, India.You will be mainly accountable for:-\tTAX Process Configuration: Configure and maintain TAX processes such as include indirect taxes, direct taxes, tax reporting, tax reconciliation, and compliance with local and global tax regulations within the Central Finance (CFIN) system, ensuring alignment with business needs and industry best practices.-\tRequirements Gathering & Analysis: Collaborate with business stakeholders and process owners to thoroughly understand their requirements, document functional specifications, and translate these into system configurations.-\tSystem Integration: Facilitate seamless integration of TAX processes within the CFIN system, as well as with other enterprise systems (ERP, SAP TC, etc.), ensuring smooth data flow and automation of processes across platforms. -\tUser Support & Training: Provide ongoing functional support to end-users, addressing issues, offering solutions, and conducting training to ensure optimal utilization of the system and full understanding of TAX processes. Testing & Validation: Participate in testing and validation activities for new configurations, enhancements, and fixes, ensuring they meet business and functional requirements.-\tProcess Optimization: Regularly monitor and evaluate TAX processes to identify opportunities for automation, efficiency improvements, and best practice implementation within the CFIN system. Documentation & Compliance: Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for TAX system configurations, process flows, and integration points, ensuring compliance with internal standards and regulatory guidelines.-\tCollaboration with Technical Teams: Work closely with IS architects, developers, and technical teams to ensure that functional requirements are correctly implemented and aligned with system design specifications.-\tTroubleshooting & Issue Resolution: Provide expert troubleshooting support for TAX-related system issues, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to resolve any challenges promptly. Continuous Improvement: Stay informed about the latest industry trends, best practices, and system updates to continuously enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of TAX processes within CFIN.-\tProject and New Demand Management: Take ownership of configuring new demands or changes in system functionality, ensuring proper alignment with system design documentation and business requirements. TAX-Related Data Management: Oversee the management and accuracy of TAX-related data within the system, ensuring data integrity, consistency, and compliance with business rules across all TAX processes.

Qualifications for the role

Education: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Finance, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field. Relevant certifications in FICO or SAP TC - SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA, SAP CFIN, or IT architecture.Proven experience (5+ years) in TAX processes, with a strong background in system configuration and implementation within SAP or similar ERP environments (GCM, SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA, SAP CFIN).Strong functional knowledge of TAX processes, including indirect taxes, direct taxes, tax reporting, tax reconciliation, and compliance with local and global tax regulations. Experience in configuring TAX processes in SAP or similar ERP systems, with a solid understanding of integration points and data flows across systems. Familiarity with Central Finance (CFIN) and integration with other finance-related modules.Experience with requirements gathering, business analysis, and documentation of functional specifications.High level understanding of Sales & Purchase Tax, VAT (Value-added Tax), Withholding Tax, and Deferred Tax compliance with local tax authorities. Knowledge in Indirect Taxation. Knowledge on Tax Harmonization. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and technical teams.A strong focus on continuous improvement and automation, with a passion for driving innovation within enterprise systems.Experience in managing relationships with external vendors and third-party service providers to ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions. Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic work environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

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