Manager, Tax Technology

Ryan LLC; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Options

Award-Winning Culture

Generous PTO

14-Weeks Paid Leave for New Parents (M

Gym Membership or Equipment Reimburse.

401K with Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Fertility Assistance

Sabbatical after 5 years

Job summary

Ryan, LLC is seeking a Tax Technology Manager in the Plano, TX area to lead transformational automated tax projects for global clients. You will manage scope, timelines, budgets, and teams while delivering Alteryx workflows, tax engine configurations, and ERP integrations.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years in tax automation services, knowledge of tax tech tools, and strong project leadership. The role offers hybrid work options and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting, tax or IT.
• CPA or PMP designation is a plus.
• Solid knowledge of tax technology software and SDLC/Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and staffing for tax automation engagements.
• Develop Alteryx workflows and tax engine/ERP configurations; build custom solutions.
• Review client deliverables and assist with proposals, engagement letters, and billing.

Skills

Mentorship

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting/IT

CPA or PMP

Tools

Alteryx

PowerBI

UiPath

Automation Anywhere

OneSource Determination

Vertex O Series

SAP ERP (SD/MM/FI)

Job 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 works on technology automation projects that are transformational to a client’s tax organization. These projects may include tax engine deployments, data enablement and support (e.g. Alteryx, PowerBI, etc.), process review and transformation, and the development of custom solutions to automate various areas of tax determination, reporting, and compliance.

When delivering these types of projects, the Tax Technology Manager is responsible for managing project scope, tasks, project teams, timelines, budgets, resource allocation and reviewing deliverables set forth in the engagement agreement.

The Manager oversees the primary phases of a standardized software 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 Manager also maintains and supports existing vendor partnerships, client relationships, assists with business development activities by preparing proposals, and provides technical leadership and guidance to staff resources.

Duties and Responsibilities

People

Creates a positive team experience. Provides mentorship and training to staff as needed.

Client

Provides management support to client service teams and clients. Develops client workplans and timelines associated with project deliverables. Creates processes to track adherence to project timelines and budgets that enable Ryan to notify clients should any material variances be identified or predicted. Reviews documentation created 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 transaction tax processes. Performs technical delivery for areas that are appropriate at the Manager level including development of Alteryx workflows, tax engine or ERP configurations and in some cases the development of a custom solution. Reviews client deliverable documentation, including creating, composing, and editing written materials. Assists with client billing and financial forecasting. Prepares and distributes weekly project status reports to all project stakeholders. Develops templates and formats specifications for project deliverables for client review and approval. Creates and maintains master project resource contact lists for the delivery team and our client team to utilize as necessary. 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

Manages day-to-day operational aspects of projects. Defines project success criteria and creates the metrics to enable them to be measured. Creates, maintains, and executes communication plans and communication protocols. Creates, maintains, and executes project escalation and remediation policies. Creates and executes project workplans and enforces proper methodology and standards. Assists with Tax Technology business development activities (e.g., preparation of proposals and engagement agreements, and attending prospect calls and meetings). Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree from a four-year college or university and a minimum of five to seven years of experience providing tax automation services is required. Accounting, Tax, or Information Technology degrees are desirable. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is a plus. Understanding of software development methodology and project management (SDLC, Agile, etc.). Extensive knowledge of tax technology software solutions is required, either OneSource Determination or Vertex O Series. Working knowledge of emerging technologies used with Robotic Process Automation (RPA), such as Alteryx, PowerBI, UiPath, or Automation Anywhere. Extensive ERP knowledge specific to tax determination and finance. The ideal candidate has experience working with and designing SAP ERP Sales and Distribution (SD), Materials Management (MM) and Financial Accounting (FI) modules.

Work Environment

Standard indoor working environment. Must be able to perform duties, at times, in a Work From Home 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: 50%+.

Ryan offers outstanding opportunities to work in a dynamic, rapidly expanding tax services firm serving the world’s most respected Global 5000 companies. Our innovative work environment, accelerated growth path for high performers, competitive benefits package, and outstanding earning potential provide the most rewarding career experience available in the industry. Ryan employees are given the freedom to do their best work in the way they work best. With a clear understanding of expectations and accountabilities, our employees are given ownership of their time and flexibility to meet the demands of their professional and personal lives.

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.

Notice to Canada Candidates

Notice to Canada Candidates – In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Canadian Human Rights Act, Ryan ULC will provide accommodation, accessible formats and communication supports for the interview upon request.Ryan welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.

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