SAP - Senior Systems Engineer

This position is responsible to Perform lead role in defining the requirements and developing technology solutions to meet AutoZone business needs; Directs and coordinates complex systems integration, and infrastructure; serves as techno-functional expert for multi-platform systems and multiple technologies, concentrating on the SAP ecosystem (S/4 HANA, BTP, Ariba, CAR, ABAP) and supporting applications.

Roles and Responsibilities

• SAP Financial Module Management: Deploy, manage, and oversee the SAP Financial modules, such as Record to Report and Order to Cash including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Billing, Accounts Receivable, Asset Accounting, Controlling, Treasury, etc.
• Requirement Gathering and Analysis: Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements, analyze business processes, and translate them into SAP solutions.
• Implementation and Configuration: Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of SAP Financial solutions based on business needs and best practices collaborating with the System integrator partner.
• Testing and Quality Assurance: Develop test plans, conduct system testing, and ensure the quality and accuracy of SAP Financial configurations.
• User Training and Support: Provide guidance and training to end-users on SAP Financial functionalities and support them in using the system effectively. Coach and mentor other team members.
• Documentation: Create and maintain documentation related to SAP Financial processes, configurations, and user guides.
• Integration and Upgrades: Collaborate with other teams to ensure seamless integration of SAP Financial modules with other systems that includes PeopleSoft ERP and manage upgrades or enhancements.
• Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution: Address and resolve issues, perform root cause analysis, and provide ongoing support for SAP Financial systems.
• Solution Design: Develop and recommend SAP Financial solutions that align with industry best practices and meet business requirements.
• Compliance and Best Practices: Ensure adherence to financial regulations, compliance standards, and SAP best practices in the implementation and maintenance of SAP Financial systems.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in MIS, Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent required
• Minimum of 10 or more years of IT Industry experience
• Minimum of 5 years experience in SAP FSCM

In addition to meeting the above qualifications, any of the following are preferred:

• SAP Expertise: In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with SAP Financial modules such as SAP FI (Financial Accounting), SAP CO (Controlling), SAP FSCM (Financial Supply Chain Management), SAP S/4HANA Finance, BTP, CAR, etc
• Financial Domain Knowledge: Experience in migration of traditional General Ledger, Receivables and Payables management to SAP FSCM.
• Functional Knowledge: Expertise in several Finance areas including General Ledger Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Product Costing, Cost Profit Center Accounting, Internal Orders
• Experience with SAP Ariba, SAP FieldGlass, SAP Concur, SAP Vistex, High Radius, and Data migration and Automated testing tools.
• Configuration and Implementation: Proficiency in configuring SAP Financial modules according to business requirements. Experience in implementing SAP solutions, performing system upgrades, and providing post-implementation support.
• Leadership Skills: Ability to lead a team of technical and functional consultants, guide them in project tasks, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Requirement Gathering and Analysis: Gather business requirements, translate them into functional specifications, and work closely with stakeholders to ensure alignment between business needs and SAP solutions.
• Troubleshooting and Support: Ability to diagnose and resolve issues related to SAP Financial modules, provide user support, and conduct system testing and validation
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with stakeholders, present proposals, conduct training sessions, and create documentation.
• Continuous Learning: Keeping up-to-date with the latest SAP technologies, trends, and best practices in the financial domain to provide innovative solutions and recommendations.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications in SAP Financial modules can be beneficial, such as SAP Certified Application Associate - Financial Accounting (SAP FI) or SAP Certified Application Associate - Management Accounting (SAP CO).