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Avalara · 23 hours ago

Onboarding Specialist

Avalara is a leading company in tax compliance solutions. As an Implementation Specialist, you will manage customer implementations of tax automation solutions, ensuring successful onboarding and solution adoption through project management and collaboration.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)ComplianceFinancial ServicesSoftwareTax Preparation
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Responsibilities

Lead multiple customer implementations, ensuring agreement on goals and industry best practices
Guide customers through planning, configuration, and deployment of Avalara's tax automation suite
Provide product training and end-user support to provide a successful go-live experience
Monitor and document critical implementation milestones, deadlines, potential risks, and all related customer communications
Be a primary contact for customer inquiries during onboarding, ensuring follow ups and issue resolution
Collaborate with partners to coordinate project deliverables, and main resources
Report main implementation metrics, including task progress, target dates, risk indicators, and customer engagement
Maintain accurate and up-to-date implementation records in internal systems to support visibility and cross-departmental reporting
Follow Avalara's standardized implementation procedures and best practices
Participate in continuous improvement programs and undertake additional tasks as assigned

Qualification

Customer EngagementSalesforceERP ImplementationProject ManagementAI TechnologiesJiraGainsightTroubleshooting ToolsSalesUse TaxLearning FocusCustomer Relationship ManagementAPI KnowledgeCommunication SkillsCollaboration Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields: Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or Business with an information systems or accounting focus
Equivalent practical experience in software implementation, ERP, or e‑commerce systems is also acceptable
Demonstrated commitment to a focus on learning and professional growth
Experience managing customer relationships
Embrace an AI-first approach, applying technology to enhance customer experiences and refine processes
Familiarity with Sales and Use Tax concepts
Proficiency in Salesforce, Jira, Gainsight, Troubleshooting & Ticketing Tools
Experience installing and configuring multiple ERPs, such as WooCommerce, BigCommerce, Sage, Dynamics, Salesforce, NetSuite, and QuickBooks
Prior exposure to software implementation or experience in tax-related roles
Knowledge of APIs

Benefits

Paid time off
Paid parental leave
Private medical, life, and disability insurance

Company

Avalara is a cloud-based platform that provides tax compliance software and automated solutions.

H1B Sponsorship

Avalara has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (26)
2024 (34)
2023 (36)
2022 (37)
2021 (39)
2020 (26)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$841.01M
Key Investors
BlackRockSusquehanna Growth EquityWarburg Pincus
2025-11-11Private Equity· $500M
2023-01-01Private Equity
2022-10-19Post Ipo Debt· $0.04M

Leadership Team

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Scott McFarlane
CEO
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Megan Higgins Knislis
SVP Global Partners
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