Understanding functional requirements thoroughly and analysing the client’s needs in the context of the project
Envisioning the overall solution for defined functional and non-functional requirements, and being able to define technologies, patterns, and frameworks to realize it.
Determining and implementing design methodologies and tool sets
Enabling application development by coordinating requirements, schedules, and activities.
Being able to lead/support UAT and production roll outs.
Creating, understanding, and validating WBS and estimated effort for given module/task, and being able to justify it.
Addressing issues promptly, responding positively to setbacks and challenges with a mindset of continuous improvement
Giving constructive feedback to the team members and setting clear expectations.
Helping the team in troubleshooting and resolving of complex bugs
Coming up with solutions to any issue that is raised during code/design review and being able to justify the decision taken.
Carrying out POCs to make sure that suggested design/technologies meet the requirements.

Total experience: 7.5+ years leads process transformation, designing, configuring, and implementing SAP Finance & Controlling (FI/CO) solutions, acting as a liaison between business and IT, managing projects, providing expert guidance on best practices (like GL, AP, AR, Asset Accounting, Profitability), mentoring junior staff, and ensuring system alignment with business goals and compliance, often requiring strong stakeholder communication.
Should have done multiple full lifecycle implementations, significant S/4HANA experience often required
Must have deep expertise in General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Asset Accounting (AA), Profitability Analysis (CO-PA)
Should have understanding of global accounting standards (GAAP, IFRS) and industry-specific regulatory requirements
Should have cross-functional Knowledge; strong understanding of integration points with MM, SD, PP modules
Should have technical familiarity with SAP best practices, statutory/tax requirements, and potentially integration tools
Should be able to guide and mentor junior consultants, fostering knowledge transfer
Should have excellent communication, problem-solving, leadership, and client-facing skills
Experience in mergers and acquisition and large projects is a plus

Senior Staff Engineer, SAP-Financial Management

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