Project Manager, Transaction Tax Transformation and Automation at Ryan Consulting

Boston, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Tax Automation, Data Transformation, Data Visualization, Robotic Process Automation, Tax Engine Deployments, Data Enablement, Process Review, Technical Leadership, Client Relationship Management, Software Development Life Cycle, ERP Knowledge, Communication Skills, Mentorship, Requirements Gathering, Solution Design

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Why Ryan? Hybrid Work Options Award-Winning Culture Generous Personal Time Off (PTO) Benefits 14-Weeks of 100% Paid Leave for New Parents (Adoption Included) Monthly Gym Membership Reimbursement OR Gym Equipment Reimbursement Benefits Eligibility Effective Day One 401K with Employer Match Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service Fertility Assistance Program Four-Week Company-Paid Sabbatical Eligibility After Five Years of Service The Manager, Tax Technology (“Project Manager”) manages the delivery of technology automation projects that are transformational to a client’s tax organization. These projects may include data transformation, data visualization, robotic process automation, tax engine deployments, data enablement and support, process review and transformation, and the development of custom solutions to automate various areas of tax determination and compliance. When delivering these types of projects, the Project Manager helps with managing project scope, tasks, project teams, timelines, budgets, resource allocation and reviewing deliverables set forth in the engagement agreement. The Project Manager oversees the primary phases of a standardized software development/implementation approach including requirements analysis, functional and technical design, process design and configuration, and the installation of enterprise-class tax automation solutions, including third party software. The Project Manager also maintains and supports existing client relationships, assists with business development activities by preparing proposals, and provides technical leadership and guidance to staff resources. Job Summary: The Manager, Tax Technology (“Project Manager”) manages the delivery of technology automation projects that are transformational to a client’s tax organization. These projects may include data transformation, data visualization, robotic process automation, tax engine deployments, data enablement and support, process review and transformation, and the development of custom solutions to automate various areas of tax determination and compliance. When delivering these types of projects, the Project Manager helps with managing project scope, tasks, project teams, timelines, budgets, resource allocation and reviewing deliverables set forth in the engagement agreement. The Project Manager oversees the primary phases of a standardized software development/implementation approach including requirements analysis, functional and technical design, process design and configuration, and the installation of enterprise-class tax automation solutions, including third party software. The Project Manager also maintains and supports existing client relationships, assists with business development activities by preparing proposals, and provides technical leadership and guidance to staff resources. Duties and responsibilities, as they align to Ryan’s Key Results People: Creates a positive team experience. Provides project management support to the delivery team as they configure tax automation software solutions and assumes responsibility for day-to-day project management duties. Creates and executes project workplans and enforces proper methodology and standards. Provides mentorship and technical training to staff as needed. Client: Manages day-to-day operational aspects of projects. Leads the creation of custom solutions for client tax automation and process needs. Leads the creation of client deliverable documentation, including creating, composing, and editing written materials. Manages technical delivery for projects including development of Alteryx workflows, tax engine or ERP configurations, and the development of a custom solution. Leads documentation and deliverables creation by the project team, confirming business and system processes performed for tax determination, and works with the team and clients to help review, define, and document existing and proposed transaction tax processes. Develops project workplans and timelines associated with project deliverables. Owns processes to track adherence to project timelines and budgets, helping drive project profitability and efficiencies. Manages and validates data gathering, extraction, and analysis of client data. Manages client data acquisition to support the tax technology services on a required basis. Travels to client locations to gather requirements, review processes, and perform other tax technology services as necessary. Provides management support to client service teams and clients. Prepares and distributes weekly project status reports to all project stakeholders. Provides project management support to the delivery team as they configure tax automation software solutions and assumes responsibility for day-to-day project management duties. Value: Leads projects to deliver solutions that are transformative in nature and eliminates challenging areas for clients throughout the transaction lifecycle (Tax Policy, Tax Determination, Compliance, Audit Support, Tax Planning) Leads new process designs for tax transformation which includes tax determination, data enablement supporting the tax organization and other transformational areas. Leads implementation, testing, maintenance, and support of software, based on technical design specifications. Leads or facilities architecture and code reviews. Performs initial review of technical design specifications, based on functional requirements and analysis documents. Reviews functional requirements, analysis, and design documents and provides feedback. Analyzes existing business and system processes. Documents business and system processes performed for tax determination. Leads development, installation, and configuration tax automation software solutions. Leads creation, execution, and documentation of testing scenarios. Performs other duties as assigned. Education and Experience: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Information Systems, Management Information Systems or Information Technology and Management, and a minimum of seven hours of Accounting. Five to seven years related tax automation and technology experience. Experience leading projects and supervising, coaching, mentoring and training staff as required. Experience leading requirements gathering and design workshops and documenting solutions for review by management. Strong solution minded and design skills required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. Experience with complex software development projects through all phases of the software development life cycle. Working knowledge of software such as Robotic Process Automation (RPA) tools (Automation Anywhere, UiPath, BluePrism), Data ETL tools (Alteryx, PowerQuery, Dataiku, Tableau Prep, Knime), and data visualization tools (PowerBI, Tableau). Experience with Generative AI & LLM is a plus. ERP knowledge specific to tax determination and finance. Experience with SAP ECC / HANA is a plus. Tax Technology software experience (OneSource Determination, Vertex O Series, Vertex Returns, OneSource Compliance) is also a plus. Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual must have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft® Word, Access, Excel, Outlook, and Internet navigation and research Certificates and Licenses: Valid driver’s license required. PMP is a plus. Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment: Standard indoor working environment. Occasional long periods of sitting while working at computer. Position requires regular interaction with employees at all levels of the Firm and interface with multiple external vendors and clients as necessary. Independent travel requirement: 15%+. Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran Can't find the perfect job here, but love everything tax.com? Click below and get set up in our Talent Community to be considered for future openings! At Ryan’s tax.com division, we fuse industry-leading tax expertise with cutting-edge technology development expertise and service delivery excellence. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, our team specializes in the development and deployment of business software designed to streamline and optimize management, compliance and operational tasks related to property tax, unclaimed property, transfer pricing, and indirect taxes as well as grants, credits, and incentives. Ryan’s tax.com division is a growing team of more than 400 dedicated members who specialize in software design, development, user experience, customer support, training, and more and work in conjunction with Ryan’s global team of more than 4,100 professionals. Your skills and expertise, coupled with Ryan’s award-winning workplace culture, will help lead us in the next era of excellence. Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Ryan LLC (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status). Job duties related to this role are to be conducted in a manner that adheres to privacy laws, as well as follows internal governance related to protecting confidential information and trade secrets, and to securing data and company records. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Accommodation Ryan, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination. It is our policy to take all employment actions and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sex (including pregnancy), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability, military status, status as a disabled or other protected veteran or any other protected status under applicable law. It is Ryan's policy to make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact our People Group at 972.934.0022 or peoplegroup@ryan.com if you are interested in applying and need assistance to submit your application, or if you are interested in a position and believe you may require a reasonable accommodation in order for you to perform its essential functions. Click here to view the entire EEO poster and supplement. *Notice to Canada Candidates – In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Ryan ULC will provide accommodation, accessible formats and communication supports for the interview upon request. Ryan welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities*. Please access our Privacy Notice in relation to this at the following link for additional information on how we protect and handle personal information. To change or modify any personal information previously provided, please click here to access our Data Subject Access Request form.

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Responsibilities

The Project Manager manages the delivery of technology automation projects that transform a client’s tax organization. This includes overseeing project scope, tasks, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation while maintaining client relationships and providing technical guidance.