Group SAP FICO Consultant
*Job Summary:*
We are seeking an experienced SAP FICO (Financial Accounting and Controlling) Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in SAP FICO modules, with expertise in configuring, implementing, and supporting financial processes within SAP ERP systems. The SAP FICO Consultant will work closely with clients and internal teams to analyze business requirements, design solutions, and ensure the successful delivery of SAP FICO projects.
*Key Responsibilities:*
- Implementation and Configuration:
– Lead and participate in the implementation of SAP FICO modules, including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Asset Accounting (AA), Cost Element Accounting, Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, Internal Orders, and Profitability Analysis (CO-PA).
– Configure and customize SAP FICO modules to meet business requirements.
– Define and document functional specifications for custom developments, reports, and interfaces.
- *Business Process Analysis:
– Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand and analyze financial and controlling processes.
– Identify gaps between current processes and SAP FICO capabilities and propose effective solutions.
– Conduct workshops and training sessions to gather requirements and demonstrate system functionality.
- System Integration:
– Ensure seamless integration of SAP FICO with other SAP modules (e.g., SD, MM, PP) and external systems.
– Design and implement interfaces, data migration strategies, and data conversion processes.
- Support and Maintenance:
– Provide ongoing support for SAP FICO modules, including troubleshooting, resolving issues, and performing system enhancements.
– Monitor system performance and recommend improvements to optimize financial processes.
– Conduct regular system audits to ensure data integrity and compliance with financial regulations.
- Project Management:
– Manage project timelines, deliverables, and resources to ensure successful project completion.
– Coordinate with cross-functional teams and external vendors to deliver high-quality solutions.
– Prepare project documentation, including functional specifications, test scripts, and user manuals.
- Training and Knowledge Transfer:
– Train end-users and key stakeholders on SAP FICO functionalities and best practices.
– Provide knowledge transfer to internal teams to ensure sustainable support and maintenance.
- Compliance and Reporting:
– Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, and internal controls.
– Develop and maintain financial reports, dashboards, and analytics to support decision-making.
Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
– Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as an SAP FICO Consultant, with at least 2 full lifecycle implementations.
– In-depth knowledge of SAP FICO modules and integration with other SAP modules.
– Strong understanding of financial accounting principles, cost accounting, and management accounting.
– Proficiency in SAP FICO configuration, customization, and support.
– Experience with SAP S/4HANA is a plus.
– Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
– Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
– SAP FICO certification is preferred.