Digital Functional Engineer

Philips Lighting Spain SL.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Signify, the new company name of Philips Lighting, seeks a senior Vertex tax expert to lead design, configuration, and deployment of Vertex solutions across global units. You will collaborate with Finance and IT to ensure compliant tax automation and accurate postings in SAP S/4HANA.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in Vertex tax and strong SAP S/4HANA tax experience, with global tax exposure and excellent stakeholder skills.

Qualifications

• 8+ years hands-on Vertex tax implementation experience.
• Strong SAP S/4HANA tax configuration and SD/MM integration.
• Experience in multinational tax environments.
• Knowledge of VAT, GST, and sales/use tax.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, config, and deployment of Vertex tax solutions.
• Collaborate with Finance, IT, and partners for tax automation and compliance.
• Manage end-to-end Vertex implementations, including requirements gathering, design, testing, and post-go-live support.
• Stay current with global tax regulations and Vertex updates.
• Support audits and tax reporting through system enhancements and data integrity.

Skills

Vertex tax

SAP S/4HANA tax

Global tax

VAT GST

Stakeholder mgmt

Lead cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting

CPA or SAP FI/CO

Tools

SAP Tax Service

SAP Localization Hub

Job description

About Signify Through bold discovery and cutting-edge innovation, we lead an industry that is vital for the future of our planet: lighting. Through our leadership in connected lighting and the Internet of Things, we're breaking new ground in data analytics, AI, and smart solutions for homes, offices, cities, and beyond. At Signify, you can shape tomorrow by building on our incredible 125+ year legacy while working toward even bolder sustainability goals. Our culture of continuous learning, creativity, and commitment to diversity and inclusion empowers you to grow your skills and career. Join us, and together, we’ll transform our industry, making a lasting difference for brighter lives and a better world.

More about the role

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, configuration, and deployment of Vertex tax solutions integrated with SAP S/4HANA across global business units.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Finance, IT, and external partners to ensure seamless tax automation and compliance.
• Provide subject matter expertise on indirect tax, transaction tax, and global tax determination logic.
• Manage end-to-end project lifecycle for Vertex implementations, including requirements gathering, solution design, testing, and post-go-live support.
• Analyze and optimize existing tax processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Stay current with global tax regulations and Vertex product updates to ensure ongoing system alignment.
• Support internal audits and external tax reporting requirements through system enhancements and data integrity initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of hands‑on experience with Vertex tax solutions (e.g., Vertex O Series, Vertex Cloud).
• Strong experience with SAP S/4HANA, particularly in the areas of tax configuration, SD/MM integration, and financial postings.
• Proven experience in global tax environments, preferably within multinational corporations.
• Solid understanding of indirect tax processes, including VAT, GST, and sales/use tax.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead cross‑functional initiatives.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or related field; advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CPA, SAP FI/CO) are a plus.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with SAP Tax Service, SAP Localization Hub, or other tax engines.
• Familiarity with cloud-based tax solutions and API integrations.
• Project management experience (Agile or Waterfall methodologies).
• Multilingual capabilities or experience working in diverse cultural environments.

Everything we’ll do for you

You can grow a lasting career here. We’ll encourage you, support you, and challenge you. We’ll help you learn and progress in a way that’s right for you, with coaching and mentoring along the way. We’ll listen to you too, because we see and value every one of our 27,000+ people. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a full spectrum of bright ideas. With a global workforce present in 70+ countries, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where every voice is heard and valued, helping us all achieve more together. Come join us, and together we can light up the future. We are Signify, the new company name of Philips Lighting, and we light up the world! Our purpose is to unlock the extraordinary potential of light for brighter lives and a better world. We’re committed to the continuous development of our employees, using our learning to shape the future of light and create a sustainable future. Join the undisputed leader in the lighting industry and be part of our diverse global team.

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