Job title: sr. sap fico analyst
Company: Randstad
Job description: job summary:
What we expect
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Typically, the FICO Analyst works as a team member in the development of technical or business solutions within their functional area. Under limited supervision, the FICO Analyst works on projects of average difficulty, usually involving single platforms. The FICO Analyst is responsible for analyzing customer business goals, objectives, needs, and existing infrastructure and applies principles, concepts, and techniques of skills in developing solutions and strategies.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Responsible for FICO activities to support the implementation of a large ERP program from project initiation to final operational stage; Activities will include design & documenting, data conversions, configuration, testing, end user training, and reporting progress on activities related to the program
- Review and approve FICO configuration changes and provide documentation as required by the change management process
- Document functional specifications and work closely with ABAP resources to perform thorough testing for system enhancements and corrections during project phases & steady state support
- Provide back-up support for other functional areas and share knowledge with teammates and business representatives
- Work closely with Basis and ABAP resources to maintain custom programs, batch jobs, and security updates
- Develops and maintains one or more defined communication channels and/or stakeholder groups, acting as a single point of contact
- Determines organizational FICO functionality needs in line with business needs and strategic direction
- Contributes to risk-based audit of existing and planned technology systems. Identifies IT risk in detail, assesses and tests the effectiveness of control measures and assists in preparing formal reports in order to provide independent assurance on an organization’s information security, integrity and resilience
- Actively support FICO functionality in SAP as required by the service level agreement
- Complies with application support processes, and ensures FICO requests & incidents for support are dealt with according to agreed procedures
- Engages with business resources, technical resources, and project managers or Project Management Office, to ensure correct products are produced, in a timely fashion
- Contributes to the creation and review of a systems capability strategy which meets the strategic requirements of the business
- Takes responsibility for investigative work to determine requirements and specify effective business processes, through improvements in information systems, data management, practices, procedures, organization, and equipment
- Analyzes business processes; identifies alternative solutions, assesses feasibility, and recommends new approaches, typically seeking to exploit technology components
- Responsible for ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures and overall information management strategy
- Maintains an awareness of the global needs of the organization, and promotes the benefits that a common approach to IT deployment will bring to the business as a whole among information systems and business management
- Maintains awareness of opportunities provided by new technology/functionality to address challenges or to enable new ways of working
- Promotes and ensures use of appropriate techniques, methodologies, and tools
Who we are looking for
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Programming/Systems or Computer Science or another related field. (Or equivalent work experience)
- Relevant SAP Certifications are preferred
- Demonstrated experience in the design, development, and implementation of software systems, preferably Manufacturing Industry. Record of accomplishments in integrating and servicing large business.
- Broad base of FICO configuration experience including implementations and production support in a manufacturing environment
- Qualified candidates must have 3+ years production support experience including offshore/on-shore staffing models with 6-8 years of overall FICO SAP experience
- FICO sub-module experience to include GL (General Ledger), AR (Accounts Receivable), AP (Accounts Payable), AM (Asset Management), BL (Bank Accounting), PC (Product Cost), CCA (Cost Center Accounting) at a minimum; PA (Profitability Analysis), PCA (Profit Center Accounting), integrating with BCS (Business Consolidation System), and PS (Project Systems) experience a plus
- Experience with sales tax software interfaces such as Vertex and Sabrix
- Completed multiple successful full-lifecycle SAP implementations
- Experienced with SAP’s Solution Manager, Master Data Management (MDM), and GRC tools
- Familiar with integration points to other SAP modules
- Familiar with system tools for creating RICEF items: CATT, LSMW, ABAP Query & Report Writer
- Experienced in scoping, requirements gathering/definition, configuration, testing, cutover, and support
- Well-developed system problem solving skills having solved complex business problems within or across functional areas in SAP
- Experienced with the management of business demands, progress reporting, and status utilizing a service desk ticketing system such as Service Now
- Skilled with Microsoft Office tools, specifically Excel, Word, Visio, and Project
- Experienced with enterprise application configuration and support, IT Service Management concepts and ITIL framework
- Demonstrated experience in facilitating organizational change management initiatives related to modernization of processes and systems
- Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with service providers and consulting resources to complete projects on time and on budget
- strong ability to take responsibility and consistently meet deadlines
- Ability to simultaneously contribute to multiple projects and works streams; high level of flexibility to accommodate changing priorities
location: ATLANTA, Georgia
job type: Permanent
salary: $120,000 – 130,000 per year
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Responsible for FICO activities to support the implementation of a large ERP program from project initiation to final operational stage; Activities will include design & documenting, data conversions, configuration, testing, end user training, and reporting progress on activities related to the program
- Review and approve FICO configuration changes and provide documentation as required by the change management process
- Document functional specifications and work closely with ABAP resources to perform thorough testing for system enhancements and corrections during project phases & steady state support
- Provide back-up support for other functional areas and share knowledge with teammates and business representatives
- Work closely with Basis and ABAP resources to maintain custom programs, batch jobs, and security updates
- Develops and maintains one or more defined communication channels and/or stakeholder groups, acting as a single point of contact
- Determines organizational FICO functionality needs in line with business needs and strategic direction
- Contributes to risk-based audit of existing and planned technology systems. Identifies IT risk in detail, assesses and tests the effectiveness of control measures and assists in preparing formal reports in order to provide independent assurance on an organization’s information security, integrity and resilience
- Actively support FICO functionality in SAP as required by the service level agreement
- Complies with application support processes, and ensures FICO requests & incidents for support are dealt with according to agreed procedures
- Engages with business resources, technical resources, and project managers or Project Management Office, to ensure correct products are produced, in a timely fashion
- Contributes to the creation and review of a systems capability strategy which meets the strategic requirements of the business
- Takes responsibility for investigative work to determine requirements and specify effective business processes, through improvements in information systems, data management, practices, procedures, organization, and equipment
- Analyzes business processes; identifies alternative solutions, assesses feasibility, and recommends new approaches, typically seeking to exploit technology components
- Responsible for ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures and overall information management strategy
- Maintains an awareness of the global needs of the organization, and promotes the benefits that a common approach to IT deployment will bring to the business as a whole among information systems and business management
- Maintains awareness of opportunities provided by new technology/functionality to address challenges or to enable new ways of working
- Promotes and ensures use of appropriate techniques, methodologies, and tools
qualifications:
- Experience level: Experienced
- Minimum 6 years of experience
- Education: Bachelors
skills: * SAP Applications (6 years of experience is preferred)
- SAP FICO
- SAP implementation
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate’s education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled.
Expected salary: $120000 – 130000 per year
Location: Atlanta, GA
Job date: Wed, 06 Mar 2024 03:57:45 GMT
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