Overview
Well-rounded SAP Finance professional (ECC and S4) with a strong blend of configuration expertise, finance business processes knowledge, specifically tailored to the EMEA region's financial regulations in a live systems environment.
EMEA IT SAP Finance Implementation Specialist - is responsible for:
* Facilitating the transition to a global SAP finance model and successful implementation on a live system landscape (ECC and S4 Central finance) within the EMEA region.
* Providing ongoing support and optimization of the SAP FI-CO modules (GL, AP, AR, AA, PS).
* Analysing, developing, configuring, testing and deploying the GPI SAP finance solutions in close interaction with the EU Business Process Owner, the Global IT SAP team and the Local key users.
She/He reports to the IT Finance business Systems Manager
This role is based in Igualada (Barcelona, Spain)— Flexible work: 50% remote and 50% GPI site. Regular travels to the EMEA locations are required.
Attractive compensation and benefits.
The Job:
* Responsible for gap assessment and analysis, design, configuration, testing and support of the global GPI SAP Finance solution (ECC and S4) for the FI-CO modules for the EMEA region.
* Build in-depth process and configuration knowledge.
* SAP Finance modules (GL, AP, AR, AA) in-depth hands-on configuration knowledge is required.
* SAP S4 Central Finance (CFIN) and Fiori knowledge is a plus.
* Experience with tax requirement and local statutory reporting is required.
* Good understanding of integration points with SAP MM/SD/PP/PM modules
* Work in close interaction with internal US/EMEA IT team and consultants.
* Responsible from a rollout project standpoint:
* Design, Build, System Integration Test, User Acceptance Test, Cutover, and Hypercare phases.
* Supporting business in Data preparation/cleansing activities and managing the data load.
* Responsible for test approach and scenarios definition, organizing and executing the Testing phases.
* Deliver projects on budget, on time, and on value.
* Ability to drive change and ensure stakeholder alignment during project phases.
* Have good communication and interaction skills, including tact and diplomacy.
* Ability to escalate blocking points.
* Problem-solving
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
* + 5 years of professional experience in Functional SAP FI IM-PS and CO (S4 / ECC)
* Experience in implementing large IT transformation programs in complex and international environments.
* Demonstrate a good track record in SAP implementation projects.
* Strong understanding of Finance business processes.
* Working knowledge of LSMW is desired.
* ABAP troubleshooting and debugging skills is a plus.
* Proficient with Microsoft Office tools such as Excel and Words, MS Access is a plus.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Post-graduate studies (4/5 years): Master of Engineering, Master of Scientific disciplines, Master of Business Administration.
Fluent English ismandatory. Any other European language (French, Spanish, German) is a plus.
KEY (BEHAVIOURAL) COMPETENCES
* Strong Team player, and service-oriented
* Dynamic, results-driven
* Analytical, able to formalize solutions, good writing skills.
* Strong oral and written communication skills
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