Job Description: We are seeking an experienced SAP FICO Contractor to join our dynamic team for a nationwide SAP S/4HANA implementation project. As a key member of our SAP implementation team, you will play a crucial role in configuring, customizing, and optimizing the SAP Finance and Controlling (FICO) modules to align with the organization's business processes. Responsibilities: 1. Module Configuration: Configure and customize SAP FICO modules to meet specific business requirements, ensuring seamless integration with other SAP modules in the S/4HANA landscape. 2. Implementation Support: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide expert guidance during the SAP S/4HANA implementation, offering insights into best practices and ensuring alignment with industry standards. 3. Business Process Alignment: Analyze and understand organizational finance and controlling processes, aligning SAP FICO functionality to enhance operational efficiency and financial reporting accuracy. 4. Data Migration and Integration: Oversee the successful migration of financial data from Legacy systems to SAP S/4HANA, ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate on integration points with other SAP modules. 5. Testing and Validation: Lead and participate in system testing, including unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing, ensuring the SAP FICO modules perform effectively in real-world scenarios. 6. Training and Documentation: Develop training materials and conduct training sessions for end-users and project team members. Create comprehensive documentation for configurations, processes, and procedures. 7. I ssue Resolution: Investigate and resolve SAP FICO-related issues, providing timely support to end-users and addressing system discrepancies to maintain smooth project progression. 8. Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and optimization within the SAP FICO modules to enhance overall system performance and user experience. Qualifications: - Proven experience as an SAP FICO Consultant with a focus on SAP S/4HANA implementations. - In-depth knowledge of SAP FICO module configuration, integration, and best practices. - Strong understanding of finance and controlling business processes. - Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA migration projects. - Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. - Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently. - Join our team and contribute to the success of this transformative SAP S/4HANA nationwide implementation project.
24/04/2024
Full time
Job Description: We are seeking an experienced SAP FICO Contractor to join our dynamic team for a nationwide SAP S/4HANA implementation project. As a key member of our SAP implementation team, you will play a crucial role in configuring, customizing, and optimizing the SAP Finance and Controlling (FICO) modules to align with the organization's business processes. Responsibilities: 1. Module Configuration: Configure and customize SAP FICO modules to meet specific business requirements, ensuring seamless integration with other SAP modules in the S/4HANA landscape. 2. Implementation Support: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide expert guidance during the SAP S/4HANA implementation, offering insights into best practices and ensuring alignment with industry standards. 3. Business Process Alignment: Analyze and understand organizational finance and controlling processes, aligning SAP FICO functionality to enhance operational efficiency and financial reporting accuracy. 4. Data Migration and Integration: Oversee the successful migration of financial data from Legacy systems to SAP S/4HANA, ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate on integration points with other SAP modules. 5. Testing and Validation: Lead and participate in system testing, including unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing, ensuring the SAP FICO modules perform effectively in real-world scenarios. 6. Training and Documentation: Develop training materials and conduct training sessions for end-users and project team members. Create comprehensive documentation for configurations, processes, and procedures. 7. I ssue Resolution: Investigate and resolve SAP FICO-related issues, providing timely support to end-users and addressing system discrepancies to maintain smooth project progression. 8. Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and optimization within the SAP FICO modules to enhance overall system performance and user experience. Qualifications: - Proven experience as an SAP FICO Consultant with a focus on SAP S/4HANA implementations. - In-depth knowledge of SAP FICO module configuration, integration, and best practices. - Strong understanding of finance and controlling business processes. - Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA migration projects. - Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. - Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently. - Join our team and contribute to the success of this transformative SAP S/4HANA nationwide implementation project.
Harvey Nash have partnered exclusively with the University of Sheffield as they continue revolutionise their solutions and solidify its position as a leading Russell Group university. IT Services at the University of Sheffield provide a full range of complex services that support all our staff and students. Working in a new product-led way, the department is undergoing a significant amount of change as it establishes itself as a key partner across the University. Reporting to the CTO you will line manage a team of SAP specialists who deliver both BAU and change for SAP. Currently on SAP ECC, we will be starting a major programme of work to change how we use SAP across Finance and HR, introduce new models and move progressively to S4/HANA. Essential criteria: Experience of delivering technology programmes of work which have interdependent high-level milestones of interrelated projects Proven experience of managing multi-disciplined technical teams Confident and capable people manager with proven experience of line management and mentoring of team members Proven knowledge and experience of managing SAP environments Experience of managing suppliers and delivery partners including managing the outputs and planning of the deliverables to time, cost & quality Experience of creating technology roadmaps to ensure the validity and security of the domain systems/applications - specifically SAP Proven experience managing successful technology transitions and migrations Proven experience of stakeholder management with both suppliers and internal stakeholders Demonstrable ability to motivate high performance in others What we offer A minimum of 41 days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more. Generous pension scheme. A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel. A commitment to your development access to learning and mentoring schemes A range of generous family-friendly policies + more! The University of Sheffield is a certified Disability Confident Employer. Disability Confident is a recognition given by the Government's Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to employers based in Great Britain who have agreed to take action to meet thirteen commitments regarding the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees. One of these commitments is to offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job. A false declaration of disability to obtain an interview will result in the invalidation of any offer made. If you consider yourself to have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 and would like your application to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, please make this visible in your application or send an email to the consultant (see below) Criminal record A basic DBS check will be needed for this role. More details on the checks can be found on the Government website. Possession of a criminal record is not an automatic bar to employment at the University of Sheffield. We recognise the value of steady employment in the rehabilitation process and examine each case in its own right. More information can be found on our Information for candidates page
19/04/2024
Full time
Harvey Nash have partnered exclusively with the University of Sheffield as they continue revolutionise their solutions and solidify its position as a leading Russell Group university. IT Services at the University of Sheffield provide a full range of complex services that support all our staff and students. Working in a new product-led way, the department is undergoing a significant amount of change as it establishes itself as a key partner across the University. Reporting to the CTO you will line manage a team of SAP specialists who deliver both BAU and change for SAP. Currently on SAP ECC, we will be starting a major programme of work to change how we use SAP across Finance and HR, introduce new models and move progressively to S4/HANA. Essential criteria: Experience of delivering technology programmes of work which have interdependent high-level milestones of interrelated projects Proven experience of managing multi-disciplined technical teams Confident and capable people manager with proven experience of line management and mentoring of team members Proven knowledge and experience of managing SAP environments Experience of managing suppliers and delivery partners including managing the outputs and planning of the deliverables to time, cost & quality Experience of creating technology roadmaps to ensure the validity and security of the domain systems/applications - specifically SAP Proven experience managing successful technology transitions and migrations Proven experience of stakeholder management with both suppliers and internal stakeholders Demonstrable ability to motivate high performance in others What we offer A minimum of 41 days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more. Generous pension scheme. A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel. A commitment to your development access to learning and mentoring schemes A range of generous family-friendly policies + more! The University of Sheffield is a certified Disability Confident Employer. Disability Confident is a recognition given by the Government's Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to employers based in Great Britain who have agreed to take action to meet thirteen commitments regarding the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees. One of these commitments is to offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job. A false declaration of disability to obtain an interview will result in the invalidation of any offer made. If you consider yourself to have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 and would like your application to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, please make this visible in your application or send an email to the consultant (see below) Criminal record A basic DBS check will be needed for this role. More details on the checks can be found on the Government website. Possession of a criminal record is not an automatic bar to employment at the University of Sheffield. We recognise the value of steady employment in the rehabilitation process and examine each case in its own right. More information can be found on our Information for candidates page
Experience: 20+ Years Mandatory to have: SAP S/4HANA Certification with Pre-sales experience in Finance Background. Key Objectives: To be part of the EMEA Solution team crafting innovative SAP solution Analysis of business requirements Provide a compelling proposition for Client's SAP customer for their Digital transformation journey. Design and implementation of full solutions. Identify integration issues and develop solutions to these issues. Coach and develop skills within a project team. Work effectively in mixed client and consultancy teams. Willing to travel across Europe for Client Workshops and Sessions Collaborate as a key member of the sales team to represent the solution offering to the client buyer. Skills/Knowledge/Experience Required: Enterprise Solution Architect Lead for SAP S/4HANA Finance, Management Accounting, Reporting & Compliance. ERP Transformation Solutioning for global customers, covering multiple industries. Extensive SAP implementation experience using integrated financials. Ability to design innovative finance solutions combining use of Digital Core, Cloud and SAP Cloud Platform elements. Understanding of the use of SAP technology to meet the opportunities of continuous and predictive accounting. Key experience areas of Shared Service Centre design, central finance systems, Receivables & Collections processes, cash, bank and treasury management Strong industry background using providing finance solutions. Minimum 3 to 4 end to end S/4HANA implementations S/4HANA Certification Track history of leadership Strong client facing Consultancy experience. Experience of working with multi-cultural team based across various geographies. Language skills - Fluent in English (written and verbal) Core Skills: Strong commercial background working in SAP Solution Pre-sales. Demonstrates excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing. Can conceptualize and communicate winning propositions - making complex ideas look simply. Bright, ability to rapidly pick-up new technologies, propositions and business areas Outcome oriented - maximizing balance of effort vs benefit to achieve objectives. Ability to work under own initiative and under tight time pressures - planning, prioritizing and controlling own workload. Precise approach to project management and procedures Ability to assert own ideas to clients and senior management. Is able to give strong coaching and feedback where needed to client team members. Continuous improvement - Inquisitive - self-teaching of relevant new business thinking and technology solutions. Proactively contributes to the body of knowledge. Uses a set of basic consulting tools. Is able to conduct one-to-one interviews with middle managers. Can contribute to a mixed workshop process. Role Competencies: Detailed knowledge of business requirements and solutions in their focus area (Technology, Industry or LOB) Mobilize and motivate a project team. Ability to organize and co-ordinate diverse groups in complex situations. Broad content experience across multiple lines of business Broad technical appreciation - including ALL key SAP functionality and technology; With ability to rapidly assess new technology solutions. Lead functional/technical architecture in complex SAP and non-SAP environments. Support the Programme Director to develop phasing strategy, plans, benefits case, org structures, risks and issues. Command the respect and confidence of other Solution Architects, Solution Directors and the Commercial Team Ability to develop HCLTech's methods and tools and contribute to Solution Team strategy. Manages design workshops on multiple area of expertise. Client Development: Can contribute technical or procedural sections to a proposal. Can present a proposal with the sales team. Can identify and escalate business development opportunities. Delivery Excellence: Able to effectively manage a team of client team members. Understands delivery within a fixed price model and able to operate effectively within those constraints. Can take ownership of sub-plans for specific IBP's and can plan own time to ensure project milestones are met. Able to take an issue, then plan and deliver a solution using own initiative, with little guidance. Identifies and escalates issues and risks within project structure. Can build strong relationships with consultants within the project. Able to receive feedback/coaching on performance from other members of the team positively. Have a strong understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies.
18/04/2024
Full time
Experience: 20+ Years Mandatory to have: SAP S/4HANA Certification with Pre-sales experience in Finance Background. Key Objectives: To be part of the EMEA Solution team crafting innovative SAP solution Analysis of business requirements Provide a compelling proposition for Client's SAP customer for their Digital transformation journey. Design and implementation of full solutions. Identify integration issues and develop solutions to these issues. Coach and develop skills within a project team. Work effectively in mixed client and consultancy teams. Willing to travel across Europe for Client Workshops and Sessions Collaborate as a key member of the sales team to represent the solution offering to the client buyer. Skills/Knowledge/Experience Required: Enterprise Solution Architect Lead for SAP S/4HANA Finance, Management Accounting, Reporting & Compliance. ERP Transformation Solutioning for global customers, covering multiple industries. Extensive SAP implementation experience using integrated financials. Ability to design innovative finance solutions combining use of Digital Core, Cloud and SAP Cloud Platform elements. Understanding of the use of SAP technology to meet the opportunities of continuous and predictive accounting. Key experience areas of Shared Service Centre design, central finance systems, Receivables & Collections processes, cash, bank and treasury management Strong industry background using providing finance solutions. Minimum 3 to 4 end to end S/4HANA implementations S/4HANA Certification Track history of leadership Strong client facing Consultancy experience. Experience of working with multi-cultural team based across various geographies. Language skills - Fluent in English (written and verbal) Core Skills: Strong commercial background working in SAP Solution Pre-sales. Demonstrates excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing. Can conceptualize and communicate winning propositions - making complex ideas look simply. Bright, ability to rapidly pick-up new technologies, propositions and business areas Outcome oriented - maximizing balance of effort vs benefit to achieve objectives. Ability to work under own initiative and under tight time pressures - planning, prioritizing and controlling own workload. Precise approach to project management and procedures Ability to assert own ideas to clients and senior management. Is able to give strong coaching and feedback where needed to client team members. Continuous improvement - Inquisitive - self-teaching of relevant new business thinking and technology solutions. Proactively contributes to the body of knowledge. Uses a set of basic consulting tools. Is able to conduct one-to-one interviews with middle managers. Can contribute to a mixed workshop process. Role Competencies: Detailed knowledge of business requirements and solutions in their focus area (Technology, Industry or LOB) Mobilize and motivate a project team. Ability to organize and co-ordinate diverse groups in complex situations. Broad content experience across multiple lines of business Broad technical appreciation - including ALL key SAP functionality and technology; With ability to rapidly assess new technology solutions. Lead functional/technical architecture in complex SAP and non-SAP environments. Support the Programme Director to develop phasing strategy, plans, benefits case, org structures, risks and issues. Command the respect and confidence of other Solution Architects, Solution Directors and the Commercial Team Ability to develop HCLTech's methods and tools and contribute to Solution Team strategy. Manages design workshops on multiple area of expertise. Client Development: Can contribute technical or procedural sections to a proposal. Can present a proposal with the sales team. Can identify and escalate business development opportunities. Delivery Excellence: Able to effectively manage a team of client team members. Understands delivery within a fixed price model and able to operate effectively within those constraints. Can take ownership of sub-plans for specific IBP's and can plan own time to ensure project milestones are met. Able to take an issue, then plan and deliver a solution using own initiative, with little guidance. Identifies and escalates issues and risks within project structure. Can build strong relationships with consultants within the project. Able to receive feedback/coaching on performance from other members of the team positively. Have a strong understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies.