SAP S4 ABAP Principal Consultant

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Job Description: As part of the Global Professional Services organization at Vertex, Inc., the Principal Technical Consultant is responsible for leading the technical components of SAP implementations. This includes all ABAP-related activities using the SAP Workbench. Development efforts may involve SAP User Exits, BADIs, BAPIs, and other SAP technologies that support the integration of Vertex solutions with SAP systems. A key focus of this role is to use SAP ABAP development tools and practices to further configure SAP or add to SAP ECC and / or CRM to optimize the Vertex applications with SAP applications. The consultant will participate in all phases of Vertex product and technology solution implementations and will collaborate regularly with cross-functional teams. This individual may also help identify additional value-added services that support Vertex's goals for revenue growth and profitability. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Serve as a senior SAP ABAP programmer with specialization in financial, procure-to-pay and order-to-cash processes. - Evaluate business requirements and design, develop, and debug custom SAP code. - Perform software testing, customer configuration and create custom documentation. - Execute tasks outlined in Vertex's client Statement of Work (SOW). - Lead technical aspects of SAP software implementations following Vertex's best practice methodology. - Act as the technical subject matter expert for SAP integration architecture supporting Vertex's global indirect tax products. - Collaborate with Developers to build, test, and release patches and enhancements. - Promote adherence to SAP integration architecture and standards aligned with Vertex products. - Assess customer needs and define system or software connector requirements. - Ensure thorough documentation of program development activities. - Stay current with SAP ABAP and future BTP advancements to optimize implementation. - Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff and lead project teams. - Collaborate with cross-functional Vertex teams to ensure customer satisfaction. EDUCATION AND TRAINING: - Four year Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent. - SAP Technology Certifications or Credentials recommended. - Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in SAP programming, testing, and debugging, including expertise in ABAP OOP, BADIs, BAPIs, EDI, Idocs, data dictionary, and workflow. - Minimum of 7 years of experience in interface design and development. Specialized Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Deep expertise in ABAP Objects, including classes, interfaces, data dictionary, structures/extensions, and function modules. - Proven ability to develop programs in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks effectively. - Experience implementing tax systems, with preference for Vertex and SAP solutions including Accelerator and Plus Tools. - Demonstrated leadership in SAP application development projects. - Strong understanding of SAP methodologies, principles, and development practices, with the ability to plan, schedule, and coordinate work to meet project milestones. - Solid experience in SAP SD, MM, and/or FI modules, preferably with a focus on tax-related functionality. - Familiarity with SAP business process flows, particularly Order to Cash and Procure to Pay. - SAP CRM and SRM experience a plus - Familiar with SAP Roadmap and emerging technologies (Brim,BTP, RISE, etc.) a plus - Exceptional interpersonal skills to engage effectively across all levels of the organization. - Must be able to maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information. - Must be able to work extended hours and travel to client sites as required. - Java and/or XML experience a plus. - Professional appearance and presentation required. Other Qualifications The Winning Way behaviors that all Vertex employees need in order to meet the expectations of each other, our customers, and our partners. - 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. COMMENTS: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this position. Other functions m

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