Description
SAP FI/CO Consultant required for a 12 month contract to be based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Job Purpose:
To lead the in-country Finance team on the SAP Project, through the build, test, and deployment stages of the system and processes (note that the design of the system is complete).
Ensure the in-country Finance team deliver a solution that meets the requirements specified, and is deployed effectively in-country
Develop a deep understanding of the process and system solution to be delivered through the SAP project, and ensure that that solution is effectively communicated and supported by the in-county Finance and user community.Responsibilities/Key Objectives:
The individual will be responsible for managing the in-country Finance team's contribution in the delivery of all aspects of the system (SAP) build, test and deploy phases.
To include:
Design & Build
Become familiar with solution design and understand all the clients specific processes (why we have designed the way we have)
Troubleshoot issues or confirm alternative solutions where the stated design needs modification due to technical constraints within SAP
. Bring changes and impact on agreed requirements and design to the appropriate decision making forum for resolution (ie In-country Deployment Lead, Finance and Supply Chain Managers).
Data
Review data cleansing activities to ensure that any Finance specific data object issues are resolved
Manage the in-country Finance team's support of data mapping workshops to ensure that Legacy data can be mapped to SAP required data objects, such that mock conversions can be executed