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  Lead the product through all stages of the product's life cycle including Prioritization, definition, User stories, definition of done, and post release activities.

• Determine and maintain system/software connector requirements through an in-depth understanding of customer and partner needs

• Evaluating and prioritizing product enhancements to differentiate Vertex Connectors

• Partner with engineering on all Agile ceremonies

• Work with Microsoft ecosystem leaders to represent connector products.

• Support rollout plan for new features/functionality, release updates and track cross-functional implementation of plan collaborating with marketing, consulting, and support teams.

• Assist with product promotional activities, product training/educational tools and marketing direction to sales teams and other strategic channels (e.g., distribution channels).

• Act as a primary contact to clients and/or partners as required.

• Lead or participate in other projects or duties as assigned.

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  Implementation and / or support experience in Microsoft Dynamics Finance and Operations

• Ability to setup new features and functions in Microsoft Dynamics financials, and able to relate that to tax integration touch points / use case.

• Articulate customer needs / pain points into meaningful user stories / requirements and Acceptance criteria.

• Perform functional testing, document, able to communicate clearly with various internal and external stakeholders.

• Suggest best practice approach for internal teams specific to tax integration touchpoints

• Ability to manage projects and make decisions across multiple opportunities and/or priorities.

• Strong presentation skills for external and internal presentations to various sized audiences.

• Metrics-oriented and customer focused, with a strong interest in speaking with customers regularly.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Quick learner with a "roll up the sleeves" approach and incredible attention to detail.

• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and handle complex problems with minimal supervision.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages is required.

• Ability to manage job related and personal stress effectively.

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  Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing or related discipline or equivalent work experience Or equivalent combination of education and/or experience

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  Experience working in the transaction tax field (sales tax, consumer use tax, VAT, returns or payroll), the public accounting field or equivalent is preferred but not required.

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  MBA, CPA, or equivalent experience a plus

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  Communicate with Clarity - Be clear, concise and actionable. Be relentlessly constructive. Seek and provide meaningful feedback.

• Act with Urgency - Adopt an agile mentality - frequent iterations, improved speed, resilience. 80/20 rule – better is the enemy of done. Don’t spend hours when minutes are enough.

• Work with Purpose - Exhibit a “We Can” mindset. Results outweigh effort. Everyone understands how their role contributes. Set aside personal objectives for team results.

• Drive to Decision - Cut the swirl with defined deadlines and decision points. Be clear on individual accountability and decision authority. Guided by a commitment to and accountability for customer outcomes.

• Own the Outcome - Defined milestones, commitments and intended results. Assess your work in context, if you’re unsure, ask. Demonstrate unwavering support for decisions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this position. Other functions may be assigned, and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.