The EMEA IT SAP Financials Business Process Architect (EMEA SAP FI-CO BPA) is responsible for supporting the planning and execution of the IT Strategy for the EMEA Region. The role involves driving the adoption of a global model based on the US SAP ECC system, rolling out the solution in European companies. Reporting to the EMEA IT ERP Program Lead, the architect executes assigned activities, analyzes, develops, and deploys the GPI SAP solution in collaboration with EU Business Process Enablers and Local Referents. The role also contributes to evolving the platform to meet new requirements aligned with the IT strategy.
This position can be based in Spain or Poland.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Carrying out the rollout of the GPI US SAP system in Controlling and Finance in the EMEA region.
2. Developing in-depth process knowledge to support current business and operational processes, including Product Costing, Sales & Profitability Controlling (CO-PA), Project System Controlling, Finance (GL, AP, AR, AA, SL), Operational and Group Reporting, and integration with SAP S/4HANA Central Finance.
3. Ensuring smooth communication between business and IT departments and working closely with internal US/EMEA IT teams and external partners.
4. Supporting S/4HANA migration post ECC rollout, application maintenance, troubleshooting, documentation, and user training.
5. Participating in projects and reporting to the Program Lead.
6. Facilitating stakeholder negotiations, modeling business processes, designing systems, supporting data cleansing, and managing testing and implementation activities.
The ideal candidate will:
* Have at least 7 years of professional experience in SAP CO and 5 years in SAP FI.
* Possess experience in implementing large IT transformation programs in complex, international environments.
* Demonstrate a strong track record in SAP design and customization, preferably within Printing/Packaging or Consumer Products industries.
* Have a solid understanding of financial business processes and technical knowledge of EDIs, LSMW, BAPIs, BADIs, and SAP enhancement methods. Knowledge of WinShuttle and ABAP debugging is advantageous.
* Be familiar with S/4HANA in their area of expertise.
* Be fluent in English; additional European languages are a plus.
* Exhibit qualities such as being a change agent, team player, results-driven, analytical, communicative, rigorous, autonomous, and reliable.
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