Functional Architect - SAP FICO

We are seeking a highly experienced Functional Architect with 13 to 16 years of expertise in SAP FICO and related modules. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Finance & Accounting and the Automotive Industry. This role requires working from the office during day shifts with occasional travel as needed. The candidate will play a crucial role in optimizing our financial processes and systems.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of SAP FICO solutions to meet business requirements.
• Oversee the integration of SAP Taxation, Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, and New GL functionalities.
• Provide expertise in SAP Internal Orders, Classic GL, and Credit Management to enhance financial operations.
• Implement and manage SAP Profitability Analysis and Product Costing to improve financial insights.
• Ensure efficient processing of SAP Automatic Payments, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts Payable.
• Manage SAP Asset Management to optimize asset lifecycle and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of SAP FICO with other business processes.
• Conduct thorough analysis of business requirements and translate them into effective SAP solutions.
• Provide guidance and support to end-users to ensure effective utilization of SAP FICO functionalities.
• Develop and maintain documentation for SAP FICO processes and configurations.
• Monitor and troubleshoot SAP FICO issues to ensure system stability and performance.
• Stay updated with the latest SAP FICO trends and best practices to continuously improve our financial systems.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards through effective SAP FICO implementation.

Qualifications:

• Strong background in SAP FICO with extensive experience in SAP Taxation, Cost Center Accounting, and Profit Center Accounting.
• In-depth knowledge of SAP New GL, Internal Orders, Classic GL, and Credit Management.
• Expertise in SAP Profitability Analysis, Product Costing, and Automatic Payments.
• Proficient in managing SAP Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Asset Management.
• Solid understanding of Finance & Accounting principles and practices.
• Experience from the Automotive Industry is preferred to provide relevant insights and solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex financial challenges.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Proactive in staying updated with the latest SAP FICO developments and best practices.
• Willingness to travel as required to support project implementations and stakeholder engagements.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Relevant certifications in SAP FICO are required to validate expertise and knowledge.

Certifications Required:

• SAP Certified Application Associate - Financial Accounting with SAP ERP
• SAP Certified Application Associate - Management Accounting with SAP ERP