Financial Analyst

Job Description - Advisor, Finance Technology & Transformation (MER00045IO) Advisor, Finance Technology & Transformation Group : Mercedes-Benz Group AG Description About Us Mercedes-Benz USA LLC is responsible for the sales, marketing, and service of all Mercedes-Benz and Maybach products in the United States. Our people demonstrate a strong commitment to our corporate values, and our products and employees reflect this dedication. We are seeking high-performing, diverse professionals to join our team and uphold these standards. Job Overview The Advisor, Finance Technology & Transformation role is responsible for managing both project delivery and operational support for the SAP and non-SAP Finance landscape. This role ensures stable day-to-day operations while driving the execution of enhancements, transformations, and innovation initiatives aligned with MBUSA business priorities. This position requires strong hands‑on configuration experience in Finance and Controlling, including integration with purchasing, sales, and dealer systems. It also demands expertise in Vistex and dealer incentive/commission systems, along with the ability to support hybrid ecosystems across SAP and non-SAP platforms. The role partners closely with business stakeholders, functional and technical teams, and managed service providers to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions while fostering an AI‑first and automation‑driven mindset to continuously improve processes and decision‑making. Key Responsibilities Operations & Service Management Partner with business stakeholders, MSPs, and delivery teams to clarify requirements, prioritize work, and ensure transparent communication on status, risks, and next steps Manage day‑to‑day support across SAP and non‑SAP finance applications, including incident management, escalation, and resolution Oversee backlog intake and execution using Agile/SAFe methodologies Drive problem management and root cause analysis (RCA) with sustainable corrective actions Ensure stability, performance, and continuous improvement across finance systems landscape Finance Process & Systems Support Vehicle and parts accounting Accounts payable (AP) and non‑production material (NPM) purchasing Controlling, tax processes, and financial reporting Provide expertise in dealer incentive programs and sales compensation processes, including Vistex solutions Support integration of SAP with non‑SAP finance and incentive platforms Ensure seamless system integration across upstream and downstream applications Support month‑end and year‑end close activities and audit requirements Product Management & Project Delivery Lead and support end‑to‑end project delivery for finance system enhancements, integrations, and transformations Collaborate with business, CoCs, and IT to define requirements, solution design, and implementation roadmaps Manage project scope, timelines, risks, and dependencies to ensure successful delivery Drive MBUSA‑specific demands across SAP, Vistex, and non‑SAP platforms Contribute to business case development and value realization tracking Innovation & AI‑First Mindset Champion an AI‑first and automation‑led approach to finance processes and system capabilities Identify opportunities for intelligent automation, analytics, and decision intelligence (e.g., predictive insights, Copilot use cases) Drive simplification, standardization, and scalability through digital innovation Partner with data and AI teams to enable finance‑driven insights and business value Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, Financial accounting, or related field (or equivalent experience). Relevant experience in SAP FICO, with exposure to SD,MM and Sales Incentives modules. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Experience: 7+ years of SAP FICO functional experience supporting Financial Accounting, Order‑to‑Cash (OTC), and Procure‑to‑Pay (PTP) processes. Functional Expertise: Strong SAP FICO knowledge with integration across SD/MM Experience with customizations, master data, and reporting Familiarity with ALE/EDI (IDocs), Fiori, and S/4HANA Technical & Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze and resolve complex financial discrepancies across logistics and finance systems Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills with a forward‑looking mindset Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to tailor messaging to different audiences Strong partnership and relationship‑building capabilities Leadership & Mindset: Self‑driven, proactive, and continuous improvement mindset Ability to lead discussions, influence outcomes, and motivate cross‑functional teams EEO Statement Mercedes-Benz USA is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that appreciates and leverages the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, national origin, religion, marital status, veteran status, physical or other disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Location: United States of America, Georgia, Atlanta – One Mercedes-Benz Drive, Atlanta 30328 #J-18808-Ljbffr