Senior SAP Finance Analyst - Config, Upgrades & Training

McBride

Manchester

On-site

GBP 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

McBride, a leading international FMCG business, seeks an SAP Analyst to join its IT team in the UK. You will assimilate business requirements, design solutions and configure SAP modules with minimal supervision, delivering end-to-end process solutions.

You will collaborate with SAP Analysts on upgrades, provide 3rd line support, coach colleagues, and may travel to other McBride locations. A Finance or IT degree and 5+ years SAP configuration are preferred.

Qualifications

Educated to degree level, specifically a Finance or technical IT related degree is an advantage.
5+ years working in an IT department / team.
5+ years SAP configuration and applications development.
Working in a project management discipline, e.g. PRINCE2.
Producing solutions for a manufacturing organisation is an advantage.

Responsibilities

Assimilate business requirements and design and agree appropriate solutions, specifying detailed changes to application systems and / or specifications for bespoke programs.
Carry out SAP applications configuration (with minimal supervision) with adherence to internal policies and procedures.
Delivery of designated packages of work to support an overall project, from general systems technical development to, for example, producing; 'current state, blueprint and testing documentation.
If required, act as a Team Leader on specific project work.
Work with other SAP Analysts to ensure integrated end to end process solutions.
Testing and implementation of SAP upgrades and service packs.
Input into team activities in line with development and support plans, as directed by the Manager of that applications area.
Preparation and delivery of high-quality internal customer education and training.
Develop and maintenance of all supporting systems and customer documentation.
Provide coaching and support for other team members, promoting good team working generally.
Provide 3rd line internal customer support when 2nd line SAP support cannot address the customer's issue. Therefore, generally ensure a consistent, high level of support is provided to the business community promoting adherence to the GIS Service Level Agreement (SLA).
Contribute to team discussions and team meetings.
If needed travel to other McBride locations to carry out work.
Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of specific SAP team area(s) and internal business processes.
Contribute to business process design and maintenance using subject matter expertise.