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Job Title: JD Edwards Functional Consultant - Germany VAT Specialist
Experience: 8-15+ years
Location: Germany (Onsite)
Language - German and English Spoken candidates
Role Summary:
Seeking an experienced JD Edwards (E1) Functional Consultant with strong expertise in German VAT and European tax localization. The role involves leading VAT implementations, ensuring statutory compliance, and supporting finance processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead Germany VAT implementation/enhancements in JD Edwards
Map German VAT regulations to JDE functionalities
Configure VAT setup (tax rules, tax areas, explanation codes)
Support AP/AR tax processes and statutory reporting (incl. Intrastat)
Conduct requirement gathering and stakeholder workshops
Perform fit-gap analysis and solution design
Drive testing phases (CRP, SIT, UAT) and stabilization
Collaborate with technical teams for integrations/customizations
Prepare FDD/BRD documentation and provide user training
Support AMS, issue resolution, and enhancements
Mandatory Skills:
Strong experience in JD Edwards Finance modules:
o General Ledger (GL)
o Accounts Payable (AP)
o Accounts Receivable (AR)
Hands-on experience in VAT / tax configuration in JDE
Expertise in European localization (Germany preferred)
Solid understanding of German VAT and statutory reporting
Experience in implementation/rollout/AMS engagements
Preferred Skills:
Experience in Germany localization & Intrastat reporting
Exposure to tax engines/localization tools
Knowledge of O2C/P2P processes with tax impact
Experience in multi-country Europe rollouts
Languages:
German - Mandatory / Strongly Preferred
English - Fluent
Soft Skills:
Strong stakeholder management (Finance/Tax teams)
Ability to work in global, cross-functional environments
Excellent communication and documentation skills
