Functional/System Analyst Tax Management

Redtech is helping our client with a Direct Hire search for a Functional/System Analyst with Vertex Tax ManagementTitle - Functional/System Analyst with Vertex Tax ManagementLocation: Issaquah (Seattle), WA Schedule - Hybrid - Onsite 3 days/week - Apart from any religious or disability considerations, open availability is needed to meet the needs of the business.Background check & Drug Test - requires successful completion.Contract Pay Rate Range - $57-63/hr W2 + company paid medical insurance and PTOPay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.Benefits - (all are based on eligibility)Choice of 3 Medical/RX insurance plans from Regence (Blue Cross/Blue Shield). Premium is 100% company paid by Redtech for employee. Optional Dental/Vision coverage.Paid Time Off (PTO)401(k) plan with company matchCompany paid Life/AD&D insurance for employeePosition Summary This System Analysts role is responsible for: understanding the requirements of users; understanding requirements for team/domain specific systems including, but not limited to, Vertex O’Series, and tax management; performing technical system and data analysis; developing specifications representing both user interface and data interface requirements; interfacing with the vendor on technical issues, providing input into technical designs; and assisting with the configuration of Vertex.Job Duties/Essential Functions ● Analyzes and delivers complex cross-functional business requirements and process flows. ● Performs gap analysis between as-is and to-be processes, and makes recommendations on areas for continual process improvement. ● Executes and leads the development of technical specifications by collaborating with technical and non-technical teams, translating functional designs into technical designs, validating macro designs and reviewing micro designs ● Defines detailed technical requirement documentation aligned to the blueprints and technical designs prepared by System Architect. ● Designs, develops and executes testing protocols to include: unit testing, integration testing and system testing, as driven by the requirements. ● Performs systems and data analysis to understand functional design requirements and determine how the system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes. ● Assists teammates in growing and developing the skills necessary to grasp application concepts and tool suite. ● Manages, defines, drives and executes as needed, the implementation of configurations across applications and interfaces. ● Assists teammates in growing and developing the skills necessary to elicit and translate requirements into functional design. ● Identifies and resolves problems often anticipating issues before they occur or before they grow; develops and evaluates options and implements solutions. ● Develops and ensures adherence to establishment of standards, best practices, governances, and patterns. ● Responds to requests from IT and Business teams. Work from documented detailed business requirements in context of target business outcome. Business requirements must consider business processes, data, business-user and technology. ● Collaborates with both IT and Business partners to clarify requirements and to support development. Verify solution proposal for business requirement coverage. ● Supports delivery of projects and enhancements. Clarify requirements and perform supporting configuration as needed.Participate in and/or verify solution design. Coach business team on data activities and UAT. Be an advocate for Procurement and our partners, and facilitate good communication between the two organizations. ● Regular and reliable workplace attendance at your assigned location.Job DescriptionExperience, Skills, Education & Licenses/Certifications Required: ● 8+ years experience working as a Functional/Systems Analyst in any domain/applications with an emphasis on Functional Solutions. ● Experience with tax solutions (Vertex, Sabrix, Avalara) - Vertex is ideal● Proven track record for successful implementation, delivery of projects and working cross-functionally with business and IS.● Must possess excellent analytical skills and demonstrated ability to effectively troubleshoot and provide solutions. ● Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to negotiate and effectively engage with individuals at all levels of the organization. ● Must possess demonstrated strong communication skills, both verbal and written. ● Must possess a strong work ethic, demonstrated attention to detail and excellent time management skills. ● Must be available to work as needed to honor project commitments, meet deadlines, and support assigned business area needs (e.g., nights and weekends).● Familiarity XML technologies, including SOAP or REST web services, XML Schemas, XSLT, and XPathRecommended: ● Experience on SAP or other ERP implementation projects. ● Experience with tooling related to data analysis (SQL, SSIS, Data Profiling, etc.) ● Proficient in the use of the Google products: email, spreadsheet, document, presentation. ● Working knowledge of ServiceNow (Carts+) Portfolio & Program Management module. ● Past experience with AgileRedtech values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBT individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Redtech is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.