VP, Business Applications

Company: SOVOS
Location: Minnetonka
Posted on: January 17, 2022

Job Description:

Build your future with Sovos.Digital technology has forever changed business. Now, it's transforming tax. Sovos software was built for the digital future of tax, with complete, connected offerings for tax determination, continuous transaction control compliance, tax reporting and more. Sovos supports more than 20,000 customers, including half of the Fortune 500, operating in over 70 countries. Our SaaS products and proprietary Sovos S1 Platform integrate with a wide variety of business applications and government compliance processes. Our 2,300 employees throughout the Americas and Europe are building the future of global compliance software with a culture of commitment to keep our promise to customers.The Work You'll Do:There are so many exciting things you can point to when you talk about Sovos. You'd probably mention how the digitization of tax is impacting companies around the globe. - And how we are a leader in the Saas and cloud-enabled software tools that solve those problems. You would likely talk about how we are growing rapidly, both organically and through acquisition. - What most people don't talk about - is how all of the processes come together to make these things happen. - Hopefully, that's where you come in.The VP, Business Applications, is a technical leader responsible for leading the strategy, architecture and roadmap execution for our internal business system ecosystem, to enable Sovos to do business efficiently and well. This leader works closely with all Sovos functions to align systems to strategy and optimize business processes through system implementations and automation.This leader requires a developed understanding of Sovos' key business systems (including Salesforce and NetSuite platforms) and ability to execute on short-term improvements and longer-term transformation.We are a global, private equity-backed, fast-growing, SaaS technology company. Are we the right place for you to contribute and grow? Don't check all the boxes below? Apply anyway. We hire the right people, not the "right" resumes.What will you do?Grow and lead team of IT business systems analysts and architects to design solutions, plan and develop projects, and execute on deliverablesUsing Agile methodologies, ensure team leverages internal SDLC, including end-to-end stress testing, change management and release communication processes, deploy new technologies, new functionality and changes to existing functionality Support a global deployment of Sovos' business system ecosystem for 3,000+ users spanning multiple functional areas (sales, customer support, accounting, etc.). and geographies Accountable for business system strategy and architecture as well as implementations and maintenance of multiple technologies and applications, including Salesforce, NetSuite and connected applicationsAdvocate for and lead adoption of new technologies and best practicesWork cross-functionally with business owners to optimize processes and translate the business needs into technical design Provide technical sponsorship and leadership for business system program and projects, including integration of acquired companiesOwn relationships with third-party software vendors and technical consulting teams to ensure exceptional support, optimize budgets and maximize system functionalityProvide strong leadership, guidance, and management to continuously improve service levels, process controls and employee engagementWhat we are looking for from you:Progressively responsible management experience with day-to-day operations within internal business systems and strategy; experience in end-to-end processing and user experience Demonstrated leadership qualities, business acumen, executive presence, and ability to empower others to achieve excellence and achieve results Strong interpersonal, presentation and negotiating skills to quickly establish rapport and credibility at all levels within the client, prospect, partner and Sovos organizations, including C- and board-level. Insatiable desire for continuous improvement and optimization; balance of gut-feel judgement and logical analysis; ability to make difficult decisions; a "starter-finisher" in executing initiativesAbility to structure commercial aspects of vendor and partner relationships for internal applications and achieve win-win negotiation resultsStrong overall work ethic and tolerance for ambiguity with desire to operate in a practical, hands-on environmentExcellent written and oral communication skillsExperience implementing or adopting standards in a matrix setting highly desirableDue to client contractual obligations, we ask a successful candidate to complete a background check and drug test prior to hireWhat Does Sovos Offer You?The tools to enhance your life - because we want you to enjoy your life outside of workMyTime flexible time off (No worrying about accruing time or running out of sick days - If you need time off, take it.)Paid family leaveTuition reimbursement401k matchMedical, dental and life insurance Company-seeded and matched health savings accountProgressive wellness programSovos is an equal opportunity employer, and those seeking employment with us are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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