Sandeep Godasi
San Francisco
Summary
Tax Technology lead with 19+ years of IT and Tax Technology experience, including 7+ years specializing in global indirect and direct tax automation across ERP platforms. Proven success leading tax system implementations, integrations, and process transformations across SAP S/4HANA, Oracle, Workday, NetSuite, and tax engines (Vertex, ONESOURCE, Avalara, SOVOS, CCH). Expert at translating complex tax compliance needs into scalable technology solutions supporting Sales & Use Tax, VAT, GST, WHT, and Income Tax globally. Skilled in cross-functional collaboration, automation, and strong understanding of AI/ML business models and their indirect tax implications.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal System Engineer
Modern Tax Inc
CA
02.2024 - Current
- Leading SAP S/4HANA integration with Vertex O Series for global tax automation across manufacturing and commercialization teams.
- Designed and implemented global indirect tax flows supporting U.S., U.K., and Canada operations.
- Delivered EMEA/APAC tax code override for multi-chain cross-border transactions.
- Supported production and HyperCare phases ensuring system stability and tax compliance across jurisdictions.
- Partnered with finance and engineering teams to enhance indirect tax configuration and system automation.
- Automated end-to-end vendor tax exemption process to issue exemption certificates to vendors automatically once approved by tax team.
- Supported new business models and built custom solutions for VAT recovery by ensuring tax compliance.
Sr. Manager, Finance/Tax System & Solutions (Tax Technology Lead)
VMware Inc
Palo Alto, CA
06.2018 - 01.2024
- Directed global tax technology strategy and implementation for indirect and direct tax compliance across 7 countries.
- Spearheaded SAP S/4HANA and Oracle EBS integrations with Vertex O Series and Avalara, ensuring accurate tax determination and reporting.
- Managed design and deployment of Zuora-Avalara and NetSuite-Vertex integrations for M&A entities. Led upgrade from Vertex Q to O Series (v9.0) and implemented e-invoicing via SAP DRC and third-party tools.
- Oversaw automation initiatives leveraging RPA for VAT returns, income tax reporting, and state apportionment.
- Supported implementation of Corp Tax software for income tax compliance and reporting (ASC 740).
- Collaborated with global finance, accounting, and IT to ensure end-to-end tax compliance and system alignment.
- Served as Tax SME for Oracle-to-SAP migration, tax engine upgrades, and multi-entity tax governance.
- Mentored and trained analysts, driving standardization and documentation of global tax processes.
Manager, Indirect Tax Automation & ERP Integration
Deloitte Tax Technology Consulting
11.2005 - 06.2018
- Delivered 45+ global tax technology implementations across industries (Technology, Manufacturing, Retail, Oil & Gas).
- Designed global indirect tax solutions integrating SAP ECC/S4 with Vertex, ONESOURCE, and Taxware.
- Led blueprinting, gap, and rollout for large-scale ERP-tax engine integration across 80+ countries.
- Partnered with ABA and IT teams to design custom tax logic, user exits, and testing frameworks.
- Managed client relationships, SLAs, and change management ensuring timely global go-lives.
- Implemented SAP Native Tax and GST solutions for India, APAC, and EMEA regions.
Education
MBA - Finance & Taxation
Symbiosis University
IndiaBachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Taxation
Andhra University
IndiaICWA - undefined
Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India
IndiaEnrolled Agent - undefined
Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
USASkills
- Tax Engines: Vertex O Series, ONESOURCE, Sabrix, Avalara, SOVOS, CCH
- ERP Platforms: SAP ECC & S/4HANA (FI, SD, MM, BRIM), Oracle EBS, Workday Financials, NetSuite, Zuora, Ariba, Concur
- Automation & Analytics: Alteryx, RPA, Power BI, Excel (Advanced), SQL (Basic), Project
- Documentation & Collaboration Tools: JIRA, Confluence
- Compliance: Global VAT/GST/Sales & Use Tax, E-invoicing, ASC 740, Corp Tax
- Certifications: Vertex O Series Certified, Vertex Chair Flow Accelerator Certified, ONESOURCE Indirect Tax Certified Implementer
Accomplishments
Global Tax Automation: Integrated Vertex O Series achieving 95% automation in global tax processes.
Tax Compliance Implementation: Implemented tax solutions across 67 countries resulting in 20% efficiency boost.
ERP Integration Leadership: Directed ERP-tax engine integrations, improving tax determination accuracy by 30%.
System Migration Success: Spearheaded Oracle-SAP migration, enhancing system performance by 25%.
Certification
- Vertex O Series Certified
- Vertex Chair Flow Accelerator Certified
- ONESOURCE Indirect Tax Certified Implementer
Timeline
Principal System Engineer
Modern Tax Inc
02.2024 - Current
Sr. Manager, Finance/Tax System & Solutions (Tax Technology Lead)
VMware Inc
06.2018 - 01.2024
Manager, Indirect Tax Automation & ERP Integration
Deloitte Tax Technology Consulting
11.2005 - 06.2018
ICWA - undefined
Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India
Enrolled Agent - undefined
Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
MBA - Finance & Taxation
Symbiosis University
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Taxation
Andhra University