Vertex Tax Consultant - Global Rollout (Outside IR35)

Skillsbay; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tax consultancy is seeking an experienced Vertex Tax Consultant to support a global Vertex tax rollout. The candidate will lead hands-on implementation and configuration, ensuring accurate tax determination. This role requires strong experience with indirect taxes and ERP integration, particularly with Oracle. The position is hybrid, requiring two days on-site work per week in London. Responsibilities include supporting global rollout activities and troubleshooting tax calculation issues.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Vertex Tax Consultant.
• Hands-on implementation and configuration experience required.
• Strong understanding of VAT, GST, and Sales & Use Tax.
• Experience with global or multi-country tax rollouts.
• Able to work independently in a delivery-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation and configuration of Vertex tax solutions.
• Configure indirect tax rules, rates, jurisdictions, and exemptions.
• Support global rollout activities, including country-specific tax requirements.
• Integrate Vertex with ERP platforms like Oracle and SAP.
• Troubleshoot tax calculation issues and support UAT.
• Provide documentation and post-go-live support.

Skills

Vertex implementation and configuration

Understanding of indirect taxes

ERP integration experience

Independent working

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Job description

Contract Length: 6 months (extension likely)

Location: London - 2 days on-site per week (hybrid)

IR35 Status: Outside IR35

Start: ASAP

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Vertex Tax Consultant to support a global Vertex tax rollout, with a strong focus on hands-on implementation and configuration. The consultant will work closely with finance, tax, and ERP stakeholders to ensure accurate tax determination across multiple regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead implementation and configuration of Vertex tax solutions (O Series/Cloud)
• Configure indirect tax rules, rates, jurisdictions, and exemptions
• Support global rollout activities, including country-specific tax requirements
• Integrate Vertex with ERP platforms (Oracle/SAP/other)
• Troubleshoot tax calculation issues and support UAT
• Work with business and technical teams to ensure compliant tax outcomes
• Provide documentation, knowledge transfer, and post-go-live support

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Vertex Tax Consultant
• Hands-on Vertex implementation and configuration experience (not advisory only)
• Strong understanding of indirect taxes (VAT, GST, Sales & Use Tax)
• Experience supporting global or multi-country tax rollouts
• ERP integration experience (Oracle preferred)
• Able to work independently in a delivery-focused environment