Key Responsibilities
Details
Requirements Gathering & Business Process Analysis
Objective: Understand and document business needs and map them to SAP functionalities.
- Conduct workshops with Finance/Controlling stakeholders to gather detailed requirements.
- Analyze and document current business processes (AS-IS) and define the future state (TO-BE).
- Identify gaps between standard SAP functionality and business requirements.
Solution Design & Configuration
Objective: Translate business needs into SAP FICO configuration.
- Configure SAP FI modules: General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Asset Accounting (AA), Bank Accounting, and Tax.
- Configure SAP CO modules: Cost Centers, Profit Centers, Internal Orders, COPA (Profitability Analysis), and Product Costing.
- Design functional specifications for custom developments (RICEFW: Reports, Interfaces, Conversions, Enhancements, Forms, Workflows).
- Ensure compliance with business controls, legal standards, and audit requirements.
Integration & Cross-Module Coordination
Objective: Ensure seamless integration between FICO and other SAP modules.
- Collaborate with teams from MM (Materials Management), SD (Sales & Distribution), PP (Production Planning), and HR for end-to-end process alignment.
- Configure and support inter-module data flow (e.g., Purchase to Pay, Order to Cash, Record to Report).
- Handle inter-company transactions, tax calculations, and currency translations.
Testing & Quality Assurance
Objective: Validate functionality and ensure system stability.
- Prepare test plans and conduct Unit Testing, Integration Testing, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
- Identify and resolve defects or issues arising during testing cycles.
- Support end-users in executing test scenarios.
End-User Training & Documentation
Objective: Ensure users can operate the system effectively.
- Develop training materials, user manuals, and quick reference guides.
- Conduct formal training sessions and hands-on workshops for business users.
- Provide knowledge transfer to support teams.
System Upgrades & Continuous Improvement
Objective: Enhance system capabilities and adapt to evolving business needs.
- Evaluate and implement new SAP releases, patches, and enhancements.
- Work on SAP S/4HANA migration or upgrades if applicable.
- Drive process improvement initiatives and system optimization.
Production Support & Issue Resolution
Objective: Maintain system integrity post-go-live.
- Provide day-to-day support for FICO-related issues.
- Monitor system processes (e.g., month-end/year-end closing).
- Troubleshoot integration and data issues with other modules or third-party systems.
Governance & Compliance
Objective: Align SAP system operations with internal policies and external regulations.
- Ensure internal controls and segregation of duties are enforced in SAP.
- Support SOX, GDPR, and other compliance audits.
- Maintain audit trails and documentation.
Qualifications
Role Summary
A skilled SAP FICO Functional Expert who will be responsible for the design, implementation, and support of SAP Finance and Controlling (FICO) solutions. He/she will work closely with business stakeholders to understand financial processes and deliver SAP-based solutions that align with organizational goals.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in SAP FICO configuration and support
- Exposure to integration with other modules (MM, SD, SuccessFactor, etc.)
- Experience with SAP implementation methodologies (e.g., ASAP, Activate)
- Experience with S/4HANA Finance (Public Cloud)
Certifications (Preferred)
SAP Certification in FICO
Skills & Competencies
- Proficient in writing functional specifications and coordinating with technical teams
- Strong understanding of financial business processes and accounting principles
- Familiarity with taxation, localization and reporting requirements
- Knowledge of financial compliance frameworks (IFRS)