Module Expert-Banking Functional Consultant-Sa

Sap Fioneer; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 650 000 - 850 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services software company in Gauteng seeks a Banking Functional Consultant to deliver SAP Fioneer projects. This role encompasses sales, client interaction, and project delivery. Candidates must have at least 5 years of banking experience and an honours degree in a related field. Join a fast-growing team and accelerate your career with competitive compensation and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the banking domain.
• Experience specifically with SAP Fioneer Banking software suite.
• Client-facing service experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide SAP Fioneer Banking functional expertise to internal stakeholders.
• Participate in the development and implementation of the SAP Fioneer team strategy.
• Train and mentor junior resources.

Skills

SAP Fioneer Banking functional project experience

Working knowledge of domestic and international banking domains

Business Writing Skills

Presentation and Facilitation Skills

System Development Life Cycle knowledge

Quality Assurance and Risk Management

Innovative thinker

Education

Honours degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Job description

Overview

Do you want to become part of a new, fast‑growing organization aimed at conquering the huge software and services market for the financial services industry (FSI)?

As a spin‑off from SAP (a market leader in enterprise application software), SAP Fioneer builds on a heritage of outstanding technology and a deep understanding of corporate and consumer demands.

This gives us a head start to bring financial services to the next level with innovative software solutions and platforms.

We are helping companies in the financial services industry to achieve speed, scalability, and cost‑efficiency through digital business innovation, cloud technology, and solutions that cover banking and insurance processes end‑to‑end.

SAP Fioneer is a global company with subsidiaries in South Africa, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, UK, UAE, Canada, US, Brazil, Mexico, Japan, Australia, India, Singapore.

Our rapid growth, great team and lean organization make SAP Fioneer a great place to accelerate your career!

Role

The SAP Fioneer Banking Functional Consultant will play a leading role in the SAP functional team within the Banking Business Unit.

They will be responsible for both sales and delivery of SAP Fioneer banking related projects. This includes sales and pre‑sales activities of opportunity identification, pre‑sales presentation and proposal writing and submission.

The role requires the quality of client interaction including thought leadership and guidance on industry best practice, while also playing a key role in the delivery and implementation of the required functional solution.

They will follow project standards within established timeframes and at defined quality levels, and ensure projects are completed according to schedule and client specifications.

This position is client‑facing and requires travel to the client site as the project warrants.

The work performed is typically moderately complex.

Responsibilities and Deliverables

Your deliverables as a SAP Fioneer Banking Functional Consultant will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Providing SAP Fioneer Banking functional expertise to internal stakeholders
• Participating in the development and implementation of the SAP Fioneer team strategy
• Training and mentorship of junior resources.
• Maintaining, enhancing, and broadening knowledge and skills of SAP Fioneer Banking applications, industry best practices and developments
• Interacting with clients to provide them insights and possibilities within the Banking domain to help shape and craft their transformation journeys, with specific focus on the SAP Fioneer functional capabilities
• Consultatively interacting with clients to determine project requirements and needs analysis
• Presenting the Banking capabilities and specific solution required to the client, with specific focus on the functional capabilities of the SAP Fioneer Banking software
• Assisting in the preparation of proposals for clients in accordance with pre‑defined standards and procedures
• Establishing and/or assisting the client with controls based on the client’s business practices and processes; recommending best practices; reviewing setup with clients and gaining client acceptance
• Using subject matter knowledge to advise the client on the most suitable options, including when to make use of standard capabilities or when customisation is required
• Assessing and reporting risks during the project and participating in the development and implementation of mitigation plans
• Communicating project scope, status, and risks to all stakeholders
• Recording accurate and timely accounting of time spent on project related activities
• Following established project, departmental, company procedures and quality standards
• Follow established project management standards.
• Providing activities related to the management of assigned implementation projects to bring the project to a timely close and transition the client appropriately
• Completing post‑implementation tasks in a timely manner
• Updating internal documentation as applicable

Required Experience

• Minimum Honours degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering or related technology field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the banking domain, including specific experience in the SAP Fioneer Banking software suite
• Proven industry‑relevant track record of in‑depth knowledge of SAP Fioneer functional capabilities, implementations, associated standards, practices and regulations
• Client‑facing service experience required
• Engagement across stakeholders and ability to run information gathering and sharing sessions
• Experience with various project management disciplines preferred
• Experience with Core Banking Transformation programs at various levels

Skills

• SAP Fioneer Banking functional project experience, including but not limited to implementation, upgrade, and data migration
• A working knowledge of domestic and international banking domains
• Business Writing Skills (business cases, proposals)
• Presentation and Facilitation Skills
• System Development Life Cycle (Waterfall, Agile)
• Quality Assurance and Risk Management
• Innovative thinker

Advantageous Experience and Skills

• Banking industry experience and understanding
• Experience with Banking domain software platforms and vendors
• Exposure to core transformation journeys at a variety of levels (management, design, implementation)
• Exposure to cloud‑based technologies and solutions within the banking domain and associated transformation/migration programs
• Collaborative culture with smart people in a fast‑growing company
• Opportunity to shape the fast‑changing financial services landscape
• Flexibility to work and gain experience in different areas of the company as you grow your career
• Fast‑paced start‑up culture with an experienced team, strong brand and an enviable customer portfolio
• Competitive compensation package according to your level of expertise and skills