SAP - Finance - Manager - Consulting

Position: SAP - Finance -  Manager - Consulting - Location OPEN
Location:

Anywhere in Country

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** The opportunity*
* EY's Agile Business Transformation enabled by SAP technology can help organizations address challenges in the digital era. Our EY SAP collaborative approach focuses on more than technology alone. We take a comprehensive, business-first view to address strategy, customer value, user experiences, processes, technology and operational impacts in tandem.

Join our dynamic team where you will bridge the gap between business needs and technical solutions. You'll be instrumental in analyzing business models and processes to capture requirements that translate into technical specifications.

Your role will be pivotal in ensuring that the system architecture solutions align with business objectives.

** Your key responsibilities*
* As a Manager in Technology Analysis, you will manage and deliver high-quality processes, solutions, or projects with a focus on risk management. Your responsibilities will include continuous process improvement, innovation, and leveraging best practices. You will oversee professional employees or supervise teams to achieve complex technical initiatives. Expect to maintain billable client charging, lead delivery streams, manage projects, and engage with external clients daily.

Travel may be required based on client needs.

+ Lead the translation of business requirements into technical specifications.

+ Evaluate and ensure alignment of technology solutions with business objectives.

+ Drive continuous improvement and innovation in processes and solutions.

** Skills and attributes for success*
* To thrive in this role, you'll need a strong foundation in managing processes and solutions with an emphasis on quality and risk management. Your ability to engage in research and apply best practices will be key to driving innovation.

+ Lead and deliver quality SAP projects or work streams. You will initiate the requirement gathering, architect solutions, blueprinting, testing, complete the workflow and documentation, as well as the functional design of the solution. Liaise with the stakeholders and technical team to translate needs into business solutions and complete the configurations and/or integrations with SAP and non-SAP systems.   

+ Consistently deliver quality client services. Monitor progress, manage risk and ensure key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes.

+ Establish relationships with client personnel at appropriate levels.

+ Demonstrate strong decision-making skills in developing solutions for complex problems.

+ Modify policies and establish procedures within the scope of work.

+ Possess a functional understanding of system development lifecycle and technology business architecture frameworks.

** To qualify for the role, you must have*
* + A bachelor's degree.

+ 4 to 6 years of SAP ERP experience, including at least three full lifecycle implementations across Finance modules (e.g., AP, AR, GL).

+ Proven experience managing SAP projects or work streams, including coordination of project-based team members; exposure to hybrid onshore/offshore delivery models is a plus.

+ Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, client service, and technical documentation skills.

+ Solid understanding of SAP Finance leading practices, industry benchmarks, and advisory experience within finance and technology functions.

+ Hands-on expertise in SAP S/4

HANA FICO, including one or more of the following:

+ CO (Cost Center Accounting, Internal Orders, Product Costing, COPA)

+ FI (General Ledger, Accounts Receivable) and FSCM (Bank Account Management, In-House Cash, BCM)

+ Treasury

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Experience with system configuration and development of functional specifications.

+ Familiarity with RFP processes and Phase 0 activities.

+ Working knowledge of Agile and ASAP methodologies.

+ Ability to independently research and address client inquiries, including regulatory and industry trends

+ Strong relationship management skills.

+ A flexibility and willingness to travel to meet client needs; travel is estimated at 40-60%.

** Ideally, you'll also have*
* + Prior consulting experience.

+ SAP certification(s), including P_S4

FIN - Financials in SAP S/4

HANA for SAP ERP Finance Experts.

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Experience with at least three full lifecycle implementations in a core SAP Finance module.

+ Additional SAP Finance certifications and/or prior accounting or finance industry experience.

+ Experience leading cross-functional teams.

+ A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

** What we look for*
* We are seeking top performers who demonstrate a blend of analytical prowess and creative thinking. Ideal candidates will possess a passion for technology and innovation, with a proven track record of translating complex business needs into effective…