Job description
AppZen is seeking a talented and highly motivated Senior Product Manager to lead the development of automation solutions in the areas of European tax compliance and e-invoicing. This role will drive key initiatives, including automated VAT reclaim for T&E expenses, e-invoicing compliance across multiple jurisdictions, and broader tax digitization efforts. You will define the vision and roadmap for a platform that simplifies complex European tax regulations into seamless, scalable software products for global businesses.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the full product lifecycle from ideation through launch and iteration, focusing on European tax automation and e-invoicing modules.
- Translate evolving tax regulations (e.g., VAT, e-invoicing mandates like Italy’s SDI, France’s Chorus Pro, etc.) into actionable product features.
- Work closely with engineering, finance, tax, legal, compliance, and design teams to develop innovative, compliant solutions.
- Define and prioritize the product roadmap based on regulatory timelines, business value, and customer needs.
- Collaborate with external partners, government platforms, and tax advisors to ensure product compliance and technical feasibility.
- Identify opportunities to leverage OCR, RPA, APIs, and ML for data extraction, document validation, and compliance automation.
- Monitor emerging European tax trends and legislative changes to anticipate product adjustments.
- Set KPIs for product success (e.g., VAT reclaim rates, regulatory adherence, user adoption, e-invoice submission success rates).
- Ensure products meet the highest standards for security, privacy, auditability, and financial compliance.
Experience
- 5–8+ years of product management experience.
- Mandatory: 3+ years of hands-on experience with European tax technology, e-invoicing solutions, ERP tax modules, or VAT compliance software.
- Deep understanding of the European regulatory environment for electronic invoicing (e.g., Italy SDI, Spain SII, France Chorus Pro, PEPPOL standards).
- Experience delivering SaaS or enterprise software products with compliance or regulatory components.
- Familiarity with T&E platforms (e.g., SAP Concur, Coupa, Expensify) and/or ERP financial modules (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday).
- Proven track record of integrating with external tax authorities, government portals, or real-time invoice clearance systems.
- Background in tax technology consulting, Big 4 tax tech teams, or in-house tax/finance product roles (preferred).
Skills
- Strong technical fluency: able to work with engineers on APIs, document validation pipelines, and compliance integration architecture.
- Outstanding communication skills with the ability to explain regulatory concepts clearly across technical and non-technical audiences.
- Analytical and data-driven mindset; able to create and interpret dashboards tracking tax reclaim, filing success, and compliance KPIs.
- Ability to manage complex cross-functional initiatives across multiple jurisdictions.
- Expert prioritization skills in high-pressure, evolving regulatory landscapes.
Knowledge
- In-depth knowledge of VAT processes, T&E spend compliance, and e-invoicing obligations across major European markets.
- Awareness of upcoming tax digitalization initiatives (e.g., EU ViDA proposal).
- Familiarity with OCR technologies, digital signatures, e-invoice formats (XML, UBL), and data validation standards.
- Working knowledge of GDPR, financial data security, and electronic document archiving laws.
Preferred Qualifications
- Degree in finance, accounting, law, computer science, or a related field.
- Professional qualification in tax or accounting (e.g., CTA, ACCA, CPA) is an advantage.
Why Join Us?
- Help global companies unlock major operational efficiencies and compliance advantages.
- Own and shape key products that are mission-critical to business success.
- Work in a fast-paced environment with high ownership, autonomy, and visibility.
- Competitive salary, flexible remote work options, and excellent growth opportunities.
