Description
On behalf of one of our Clients, the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality safety products,we are currently searching for a: SAP FI/CO Business Analyst
Please note: this is a permanent role!
Position description: Successful candidate must have strong business experience coupled with high energy, drive and motivation to succeed. We are seeking a talented individual to report to the Manager of Business Process,Finance and Controlling (FICO) who is eager to contribute in a team-oriented environment and able to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment. The selected candidate will be able to effectively communicate complex concepts to all levels of the organization and the project team.
Responsibilities:
Working with the other Business Process Functional Teams, Application Development Teams, and Technology Services Teams, as well as stakeholders and the end users, to analyze, design, develop, modify, test, and implement software solutions and applications to satisfy company’s global business requirements in line with SAP’s Best Practice.
Researching the SAP system, using OSS, ASUG, and other resources to bring innovative solutions to business requirements and implement business process improvements.
Consulting with stakeholders and end users to determine business process and application development requirements and serving as their contact throughout the project, ensuring requirements and progress are communicated accurately to key stakeholders.
Working pro-actively with the business side to understand their strategic direction and how to support the execution of their strategies most effectively.
Understanding advanced, integrated business processes on a global scale.
Comprehending and performing challenging configuration tasks and testing; resolving complex user reported issues in a timely manner.
Successfully handling multiple projects, completing them on time, on budget and exceeding customer expectations.
Travel on average 25% (in exceptions could be higher).
Required skills:
In depth knowledge of the functionality of the SAP FICO modules, with emphasis on Finance, COPA, VAT and Reporting, as well as the related business processes. Working knowledge of the functionality of all of the other core SAP modules (SD,, MM, PP) and integration points.
Knowledge of product costing, workflow, toll manufacturing and shared services is a plus.
Knowledge of ABAP workbench, credit and dispute management as well as bank integration is desirable.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
Ability to recognize, respect and adapt to cultural differences.
Travel, as required, for end user training, education, conferences and on-site projects and implementations.
Preferred education:
Bachelor’s Degree/Master’s Degree in Information Science, Computer Science, or related discipline.
MBA.