Solution Architect - SAP S4/HANA Finance (m/w/d)

METRO LOGISTICS; Düsseldorf; Vor Ort; EUR 80.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading international food wholesaler is seeking a Solution Architect – SAP S4/HANA Finance to design and implement optimal finance solutions. The candidate will work with cross-functional teams and have significant experience in SAP finance, particularly in General Ledger and subledgers. The position offers flexible work hours and numerous employee benefits, including health days and discounts.

Leistungen

Flexible working hours

30 days of holidays

Comprehensive training offer

Free gym and sports classes

Discounts in wholesale stores

Company pension plan

Support for childcare

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years in SAP GL, AA, AP, AR, VIM and DRC.
• Strong knowledge of Financial Accounting and Indirect Procurement.
• Retail industry experience preferred for tailored SAP solutions.

Aufgaben

• Collaborate with finance and IT teams for solution design.
• Lead project rollouts from design to implementation.
• Ensure solutions align with global template and compliance standards.

Kenntnisse

SAP General Ledger

Asset Accounting

Document Reporting

Accounts Receivable

Accounts Payable

Vendor Invoice Management

SAP Fiori

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s / Master’s in Business Informatics

Computer Science

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

METRO is a leading international food wholesaler which specialises in serving the needs of hotels, restaurants, and caterers (HoReCa) as well as independent merchants (Traders). METRO operates in more than 30 countries and employs over 85,000 people worldwide. In financial year 2023 / 24, METRO generated sales of €31 billion. METRO’s LUCA program aims to successfully upgrade METRO’s Finance to SAP S/4HANA to ensure business continuity and to avoid security and compliance risks. The LUCA program also enables METRO’s strategy to achieve standardization, harmonization, and centralization.

At METRO, we have set ourselves ambitious goals with our “sCore” growth strategy complemented by our Fundamentals. Our ONE METRO spirit emphasizes curiosity, determination, courage, drive, commitment, and trust.

Job Description

As a Solution Architect – SAP S4/HANA Finance within the LUCA program, you will design and implement SAP finance solutions to optimize financial processes, review business requirements to deliver effective and standardized solutions. You will have a focus on General Ledger, Statutory Reporting and Subledgers. The role requires deep expertise in SAP General Ledger, Asset Accounting, Document Reporting and Compliance as well as subledgers modules such as Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Vendor Invoice Management, combined with hands-on experience in implementation and application support.

Your Responsibilities

• Collaborate with finance, process, and IT teams to convert requirements into practical technical designs.
• Lead service management and project rollouts solutioning of business requirements, from solution design to implementation, while analyzing complex changes and troubleshooting issues.
• Ensure solutions align with Metro’s global template, enterprise architecture, SAP best practices, and compliance standards.
• Simplify and convey technical concepts to diverse audiences, including executives, business users, and technical teams.
• Oversee AMS partner delivery by reviewing and approving transports, documentation, and adherence to Metro standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s / Master’s in Business Informatics, Computer Science, or related field, with strong knowledge of Financial Accounting and Indirect Procurement.
• 10+ years in SAP GL, AA, AP, AR, VIM and DRC, with familiarity in SAP Fiori and SAP Business Technology Platform as a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; finance-related SAP certifications are advantageous.
• Retail industry experience preferred for tailored SAP solutions.
• Excellent English proficiency (written and spoken).
• Willingness and ability to travel as required.

What we offer

• Work-life balance: Flexible working hours with the option of mobile working in agreement with your line manager, 30 days of holidays.
• Training: A comprehensive training offer via our own training center or externally.
• Well-being: Health days with health checks and information about well-being, company medical care including preventive services such as flu shots, and an employee assistance program.
• Exciting life on campus: Free gym and sports classes, Rioba coffee bar, canteen with discounted meals for employees, and campus events.
• Discounts: Discounted Jobticket as well as discounts in our wholesale stores and at partner companies.
• Comfort: Good transport connections, free parking spaces, JobBike.
• Company pension plan: Contribution to your company pension.
• Family driven: Three daycare centers on campus and support for holiday camps for children of employees.