SAP - Project Systems - Senior - Consulting - Location OPEN

Ernst and Young; Palo Alto (CA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting leader is seeking a Senior in Technology Analysis to connect business needs with technical solutions. This role requires expertise in SAP Project Systems and involves translating complex requirements, leading project streams, and engaging with clients. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and 2 to 4 years of relevant experience, with a strong problem-solving mindset and technical proficiency.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work environment

Professional development programs

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of relevant experience with SAP ERP systems.
• Hands-on configuration experience in Project Systems.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Translate business requirements into technical specifications.
• Configure and implement SAP solutions.
• Lead project streams and engage with clients.

Skills

Analytical prowess

Influencing stakeholders

Problem-solving

Relationship management

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP ERP

SAP Project Systems

Job description

Location: Anywhere in Country

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Technology – Engineering & Systems Integration – Technology Analysis – Senior

SAP – Project Systems – Senior

The opportunity

EY's Agile Business Transformation enabled by SAP technology can help organizations address challenges in the digital era. Our EY SAP collaborative approach focuses on more than technology alone. We take a comprehensive, business-first view to address strategy, customer value, user experiences, processes, technology and operational impacts in tandem. is rooted in EY's SAP service line capabilities (Supply Chain, FICO, BPC, Data & Analytics, Customer, Tech/Arch and SuccessFactors) that are focused on helping clients improve performance and increase productivity.

As a Senior in Technology Analysis, you will be instrumental in connecting business needs with technical solutions. You will play a pivotal role in evaluating business models, eliciting requirements, and ensuring the technical teams deliver solutions that are in perfect harmony with business objectives.

Your key responsibilities

• Translating complex business requirements into detailed technical specifications
• Configuring and implementing solutions that align with business needs
• Identifying opportunities for service expansion and contributing to sales through RFP responses
• Expect to travel regularly and lead project streams while actively engaging with clients

Skills and attributes for success

To thrive in this role, you should be action-oriented and adept at delivering processes, solutions, and projects. Your influence will extend beyond project delivery, impacting sales and service offerings. Key skills include:

• On your typical engagement, you will work with the key stakeholders to understand their needs and advise on SAP system capabilities. You will initiate the requirement gathering, architect solutions, blueprinting, testing, complete the workflow and documentation, as well as the functional design of the solution. Liaise with the stakeholders and technical team to translate needs into business solutions and complete the configurations and/or integrations with SAP and non-SAP systems.
• Analytical prowess and decision-making based on a broad understanding of policies
• Ability to guide and develop junior team members
• Proven track record of complex problem-solving and relationship management

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A Bachelor's degree
• 2 to 4 years of relevant experience working with SAP ERP based systems preferably with exposure to multiple industries.
• At least one full implementation cycle focusing on SAP Project System module with hands-on configuration experience in some of the following areas:

• Project structural components (Project definition, WBS elements, Networks, Templates)
• Project planning, budgeting, milestones, billing, MRP.

Understanding of Project Systems integration points with other SAP Modules:

• Managerial Accounting (Overhead Accounting, Settlements, Result Analysis)
• Financial Accounting subcomponents (Asset Accounting, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable)
• Material Management
• Order to Cash
• Plant Maintenance
• Production Planning
• Human Resources

Conceptual knowledge of advanced topics such as Results Analysis methods, Event-Based Revenue recognition, or Resource Related billing

Building and Managing Relationships

Complex Problem-Solving

Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, client service and technical writing skills

Ability and comfort level researching client inquiries and emerging issues, including regulations, industry practices, and new technologies

A willingness to travel to meet client needs

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Prior consulting industry experience or deep functional experience
• SAP Certification/s
• C_TS412 SAP Certified Associate - SAP S/4HANA Project Systems
• Associates Experience with at least one full cycle implementation of your core module
• Additional qualifications that complement the role
• Additional SAP Finance certifications
• Prior industry experience in Accounting department

A proactive approach to professional development

The ability to adapt to diverse environments and cultures

What we look for

We seek individuals who demonstrate leadership, the ability to work independently, and a passion for making an impact. Top performers in our team are those who show a relentless drive for excellence, a collaborative spirit, and the ability to navigate complex challenges with innovative solutions.

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business.

EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.

EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities.