Senior Product Manager – European Tax & E-Invoicing Automation
Job Summary
Job Description
AppZen is seeking a Senior Product Manager to lead the development of automation solutions for European tax compliance and e-invoicing. The role involves driving initiatives such as automated VAT reclaim and multi-jurisdictional e-invoicing compliance. The Product Manager will define the vision and roadmap for a platform that simplifies complex European tax regulations into scalable software products. Key responsibilities include owning the product lifecycle, translating tax regulations into features, collaborating with various teams, prioritizing the roadmap, and ensuring product compliance and technical feasibility.
Must have:
- 5-8+ years of product management experience.
- 3+ years with European tax tech or e-invoicing.
- Deep understanding of European e-invoicing regulations.
- Delivering SaaS/enterprise software with compliance.
- Strong technical fluency with APIs and architecture.
- Excellent communication for regulatory concepts.
- Analytical and data-driven mindset.
- Manage complex cross-functional initiatives.
- Expert prioritization skills in evolving landscapes.
Good to have:
- Familiarity with T&E platforms (SAP Concur, Coupa).
- Familiarity with ERP financial modules (SAP, Oracle).
- Experience integrating with external tax authorities.
- Background in tax tech consulting or Big 4.
- In-depth knowledge of VAT, T&E, and e-invoicing.
- Awareness of EU tax digitalization initiatives.
- Familiarity with OCR, digital signatures, XML/UBL.
- Working knowledge of GDPR and data security.
Perks:
- Unlock major operational efficiencies.
- Own and shape key mission-critical products.
- Fast-paced environment with high ownership.
- Competitive salary.
- Flexible remote work options.
- Excellent growth opportunities.
7 skills required
Job Details
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.
Similar Jobs
Looks like we're out of matches
Set up an alert and we'll send you similar jobs the moment they appear!
Similar Skill Jobs
Looks like we're out of matches
Set up an alert and we'll send you similar jobs the moment they appear!
Jobs in London, England, United Kingdom
Looks like we're out of matches
Set up an alert and we'll send you similar jobs the moment they appear!
Product Management Jobs
Looks like we're out of matches
Set up an alert and we'll send you similar jobs the moment they appear!
