Sr IT Business Systems Analyst - SAP Finance

MKS Instruments, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 88,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

12 paid holidays

15 paid vacation days

6 weeks parental leave

Job summary

MKS Instruments, Inc. is seeking a Senior SAP FICO professional to lead end‑to‑end SAP FI/CO implementations and ongoing support for multi‑geography operations.

You will own design, configuration, and governance across GL, AP, AR, Tax, and Bank processes, with involvement in COPA and PS interfaces. You will collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable SAP solutions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of financial reporting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of SAP FI/CO experience with finance knowledge across multi-entity environments.
• Strong knowledge of GL, AP, AR, and Tax with project accounting exposure.
• Experience with end-to-end SAP implementations, rollouts, and ongoing support.
• Ability to bridge business requirements with SAP system architecture and ensure statutory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, configuration, and implementation of SAP FICO solutions across global projects.
• Configure SAP FI components: GL, AP, AR, Bank, Tax, and Audit processes.
• Configure SAP CO: cost center, profit center, internal orders, product cost planning & Controlling, COPA.
• Ensure integration with SAP PS and cost flow/settlement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and align SAP with business goals.
• Manage large SAP FICO projects delivering on time and within budgets.
• Integrate with third-party apps like VIM, Kofax, Coupa, and HFM.

Skills

SAP FICO

GL

AP

AR

Bank Configuration

EBICS

SWIFT

Tax

Audit

Project Accounting

PS (Project System)

Inter‑company & multi‑entity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce/Finance or MBA

CA certification preferred

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

VIM

Kofax

Coupa

HFM

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a Senior Business Systems Analyst at MKS, you will have deep knowledge of SAP Finance (FI) and Controlling (CO) modules, strong functional and technical understanding, and proven experience in end-to-end implementations, rollouts, and support projects.

You Will Make an Impact By

We are seeking a result-driven SAP FICO professional with extensive experience in financial accounting, project accounting, and SAP ERP implementations. The ideal candidate will bring strong functional and operational expertise across SAP FI modules (GL, AP, AR, Asset Accounting) along with hands‑on experience in Project Accounting and Revenue Recognition & Reporting. This role requires a finance subject matter expert (SME) who can bridge business requirements with SAP system architecture, support complex multi‑entity operations, ensure statutory compliance, and deliver accurate financial reporting in multi‑geography environments (USA, Europe, APAC).

Skills You Bring:

• Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of SAP FICO solutions across global and regional projects.
• Execute configuration and support activities across SAP FI components, including: General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Bank Configuration, Payment File Setup, Bank Communication Protocols (e.g., EBICS, SWIFT), Treasury, Tax, and Audit Processes.
• Execute SAP CO configuration and support in: Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, Internal Orders, Product Cost Planning & Controlling, COPA.
• Ensure proper integration and provide support for finance‑related aspects of SAP Project System (PS), particularly in cost flow and settlement processes.
• Work closely with business stakeholders and Business Relationship Managers to gather requirements and align SAP solutions with business goals.
• Manage a large SAP FICO project ensuring timely delivery and high‑quality outcomes.
• Support and integrate with third‑party applications including VIM, Kofax, Coupa, HFM, tax engines, and middleware platforms.
• Oversee and contribute to SAP‑related projects from initiation through closure, ensuring alignment with timelines and budgets.
• Collaborate with IT teams and business users for testing, documentation, and user training.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce/Finance or Masters of Commerce, MBA, CAs preferred.
• 5+ years of experience, with strong business and functional knowledge of SAP FI/CO, Treasury and tax application.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, and balance project delivery with support needs.
• Willing to work aligned to European time zones.

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience working on SAP S/4HANA platforms.
• Certification in SAP FI or SAP CO module.
• Familiarity with interface design, ABAP debugging and technical trouble shooting.

This position is onsite and candidates must be within commutable distance to Andover MA. Relocation benefits are not available for this position. We are interested in a qualified candidate eligible to work in the United States and will not be sponsoring work visas for this position, at this time. MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary Pay Range: $88,000 - $147,000 per year. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].

Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc. #LI-MH1 Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be “U.S. persons.” “U.S. persons” are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees. MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: [e-mail].

At MKS, it’s all about courage, big ideas, and a serious passion for innovation. Winning here is about exploring possibilities, taking action, and solving our customers’ toughest challenges. It’s not just a job – it’s what you make of it. While you shape your role and make it unique, we invest in you with on‑the‑job and formal training, as well as educational assistance. Curiosity is key at MKS - ask questions, own your path. Our success comes from celebrating the unique skills, diverse perspectives, and lived experience of employees from over 100 countries. The goal is to make sure that everyone feels that they belong. Diversity isn’t just a nice‑to‑have; making sure everyone feels included is a big deal for us. Our group of ~10,000 employees serves semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial markets. With over 3,800 patents, our products are enabling advancements in 5G, renewable energy & storage, artificial intelligence, cloud technology, and big data. We’re the behind‑the‑scenes support for some amazing technology. MKS Inc., enables technologies that transform our world. MKS Inc, Product Overview