SAP Functional Analyst FICO

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled SAP Functional Analyst – FICO to join our global team in Chennai, India. The ideal candidate will provide functional expertise and operational support for SAP Financial Accounting and Controlling (FICO) modules. This role offers an opportunity to work on a global scope with a 24x5 shift schedule and requires on-call weekend work once a month to support critical operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• SAP FICO Functional Support:
  • Provide expert-level support and troubleshooting for SAP FICO-related issues, including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Asset Accounting (AA), and Controlling (CO).
  • Collaborate with business users to identify and resolve system issues in a timely manner.
• Business Process Optimization:
  • Analyze current financial processes and recommend SAP best practices for efficiency and accuracy.
  • Work with stakeholders to document and implement improvements.
• System Configuration and Customization:
  • Configure SAP FICO modules to meet business requirements, ensuring seamless integration with other SAP modules (e.g., MM, SD).
  • Coordinate with technical teams (ABAP, BASIS) for developing enhancements and custom reports.
• Testing and Validation:
  • Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and UAT for system updates and new configurations.
  • Ensure all changes meet organizational and compliance requirements.
• Documentation and Training:
  • Maintain up-to-date functional documentation for configurations, processes, and customizations.
  • Create and deliver training materials and user guides for global end-users.
• Collaboration:
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth financial operations and compliance.
  • Support financial audits and reporting requirements with relevant SAP data.
• On-Call Support:
  • Provide on-call weekend support once a month to address critical incidents and ensure business continuity.

Work Schedule

• Be available for a shifting work environment to ensure support coverage during 24x5 operations throughout the week.
• Participate in on-call weekend schedules at least once a month to provide critical support as needed.
• Work Schedule will be subject to change from time to time with regards to operational requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience as an SAP Functional Analyst specializing in FICO.
  • Strong understanding of financial and controlling processes, including integration points with MM, SD, and other SAP modules.
  • Experience working in a global environment is preferred.
• Technical Skills:
  • In-depth knowledge of SAP FICO configuration (GL, AP, AR, AA, CO).
  • Familiarity with SAP S/4HANA is a significant advantage.
  • Basic knowledge of ABAP debugging and workflows is a plus.
  • Understanding of financial compliance, tax configurations, and statutory reporting.
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with global teams.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities.
• Proficient in change management and process optimization.
• SAP FICO certification is highly desirable.
• SAP S4 HANA Implementation and Support Experience a Plus.

Required Skills:

• Ensures Accountability – Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Manages Ambiguity – Operating effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear.
• Decision Quality – Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Nimble Learning – Actively learning through experimentation when tackling new problem, using both successes and failures as learning fodder.
• Balances Stakeholders – Anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders.

Work Environment:

Working conditions are normal for an office environment.