SAP FICO Consultant

Our clients use SAP software to run their businesses. We redefine the way that they think about their business and show them the smart way to use SAP to find the hidden value in their organizations. Our employees are business process innovators with strong SAP experience, and we currently are looking to expand our select pool of Advisors to meet our growing business needs.

• • A successful SAP FICO Business Advisor will have a deep understanding of FI and CO. They would have started their career in a Finance or Controlling role (Assistant/Controller, CFO, etc.) for a company that used SAP, so they have knowledge of how SAP works for the business. This advisor would have strong configuration experience and have been on several projects. They will a range of experience in the FI and CO modules. They will be responsible for educating and guiding our clients on standard best practices in their SAP environment.

Business Skills:

• • Must possess a passion for standing up in front of a group of people and educating them on how SAP works in a Business Role.
  • Advanced understanding of finance and accounting principles (best practices) in an SAP environment.
  • Proven experience with change management at all organizational levels.
  • Effective facilitation skills that lead to team buy-in and sustainability with the client.
  • The ability to challenge teams (internal and external) / hold people accountable.
  • Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.

Soft Skills:

• • Must be personable and confident and be able to leverage and navigate relationships strategically
  • Advocate for the customer, ensuring the customer is obtaining the support they require
  • Should quickly connect with people and be able to coach clients and teams to success
  • Must have strong problem-solving skills and be able to respond to situations with a sense of urgency
  • Ability to handle change and make mid-course corrections when needed

SAP Skills:

• • SAP Organizational Structure
  • FI/CO Master Data
  • Finance Experience in:
  • General Ledger (GL)
  • Accounts Payable (AP)
  • Accounts Receivable (AR)
  • Banking
  • Fixed Assets (FA)
  • Controlling Experience in:
  • Cost Center Accounting
  • COPA
  • Product Costing
  • Profit Center Accounting
  • Reporting Experience in:
  • Budgeting
  • P&L and Balance Sheet
  • Consolidations
  • Management Reporting
  • Experience putting robust financial reporting in place
  • Experience Providing end-user support
  • Completed 3 full life-cycle SAP Implementation projects
  • At least 10 years experience with SAP FI/CO
  • Experienced with SAP best practices
  • SAP certification a plus

There will be a travel component to the role once travel is an acceptable practice.