SAP Key User Finance; m​/f​/d

SAP Key User Finance (m/f/d)

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KWS Berlin GmbH is looking for a SAP Key User Finance (m/f/d) in the Accounts Receivable Department with knowledge of English and/or German. This is a full-time 2 years limited position with possibility of extension at our location in Berlin.

• Acting as an interface between the business function, Global IT (and external service providers), and Global Key User to enable cross-functional alignment on IT solutions and processes
• Translating functional business requirements into technical system requirements
• Incident management and 2nd level user support. Monitoring and supporting development, testing, and implementation of change requests
• Preparing and conducting tests of system upgrades and system enhancements including reviewing, assessing, and releasing the documentation of functional system tests (UAT) for upgrades and enhancements
• Actively steering and managing the implementation of S/4
  
  HANA and other IT tools
• Documentation of business processes and process changes
• Supporting the definition, implementation, and enhancement of roles and authorizations of related systems
• Appropriate ticket resolution in accordance with defined service level agreements
• Adequate communication with internal end-users and external stakeholders
• Valid and up-to-date process documentation as well as identification of improvement areas
• Managing the maintenance of the IT systems in place (e.g., SAP modules for AR)
• Maintaining release tables
• Identifying and implementing automation potentials and solutions
• Resolving internal and external requests as per defined service level agreements
• Liaising with government authorities, business units and stakeholders at KWS
• Documenting and automating processes as per requirements
• Creating dashboard and reports within Power B.I. and similar
• Assist with the automation of processes such as cash allocation
• Support the department’s automation strategy together with relevant stakeholders
• Implement monitoring mechanisms to track the quality of automated processes
• Continuously assess emerging automation technologies and trends to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement in accounts receivable processes

• Preferably BA Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Economics, Statistics, or Data Science. Correlated areas will be considered
• Master’s Degree is considered an asset
• Prior experience in accounts receivable or finance is desirable
• Several years of relevant experience in the areas of finance and information technology
• Solid understanding of accounting practices and procedures
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze complex data sets and identify patterns, trends, and opportunities for optimization and automation
• Proficiency in ERP systems like SAP ECC and ideally S/4 Hana, automation tools and systems (e.g. MS Power Platform) as well as advanced skills in data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)
• Organized, detailed oriented, and able to work in a multicultural and diverse environment
• Knowledge in programming and scripting (coding) are essential
• Digital mindset and experience in supporting the digital transformation in finance
• Prior experience in the Agribusiness sector is a plus
• Excellent communication skills and team mindset
• Fluency in English is essential. Knowledge of German is desirable. Knowledge of other languages is an advantage
• We are an international team of open-minded people with diverse and cross-functional experience
• Interesting and challenging tasks and projects
• As a family business, we are guided by the values of closeness, reliability, vision and independence; this culture is lived in practice and ensures an open and friendly working atmosphere from day one
• The best of both worlds: KWS Berlin combines the security of a large, stable company with the passion of a start-up
• Our location in the heart of Berlin-Schöneberg is very modern; directly opposite the underground station Bülowstraße and with secured car & bicycle parking spaces
• We offer 30d holidays, flexible working hours, holiday and Christmas bonuses, company pension scheme, Job Rad and/or Jobticket
• True to our motto "Make yourself grow", we support the…