SAP Finance - Technology Consulting - Funds and Grant Management - Manager Job Secaucus New Jersey USA,IT/Tech

Location:

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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 play a pivotal role in managing and delivering complex technical initiatives. You will face challenges that require innovative problem-solving and analytical skills, providing you with opportunities to grow and learn in a dynamic environment. This role is based in [Location], with regular travel required to meet client needs.

Lead design, configuration, and deployment of SAP Funds Management and SAP Grants Management solutions for government clients.
Define and implement funds control, budget availability control, commitment management, and budget execution processes.
Provide subject matter expertise on budget formulation, budget execution, and financial compliance requirements.
Facilitate requirements gathering, design workshops, and solution validation sessions.
Lead integration between SAP Funds Management and SAP Financial Accounting (FI).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams supporting Budgeting, Grants Management, Procurement, Project Systems, and Treasury.
Ensure accurate financial postings, reporting, and reconciliation across integrated SAP modules.
Manage SAP functional consultants and project resources.
Oversee project planning, staffing, deliverables, quality assurance, and risk management.

Skills and attributes for success

To thrive in this role, you will need a blend of technical and interpersonal skills. Your ability to build relationships and communicate effectively will be crucial in delivering exceptional client service.

Strong analytical skills to develop solutions to complex problems.
Proven ability to manage engagement economics and resource planning.
Experience in leading teams and managing change effectively.
Ability to identify opportunities for additional services and lead specific RFP responses.

To qualify for the role, you must have:

Bachelor's degree required (4-year degree) in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems or related field.
8+ years of SAP S/4 Implementation experience.
5+ years of hands-on experience with SAP Funds Management and Grants management.
Strong experience with SAP Financial Accounting (FI), including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Accounting, and Financial Reporting.
Experience leading SAP implementation projects and managing functional teams.
Strong understanding of government budgeting, appropriations, funds control, and public sector financial operations.
Excellent client-facing, communication, and leadership skills.

Ideally, you'll also have:

Experience in managing client relationships and expectations.
A strong background in technology analysis and implementation.
Certification in SAP Financial Accounting (Preferred).

What we look for

We seek individuals who are not only technically proficient but…