Sr SAP FICO Lead - Denver CO - 3-day hybrid

Job Tittle - Sr SAP FICO Lead

Candidate Location - Denver CO - 3-day hybrid - Travel may be considered

Rate plus expenses

Start Date - Immediately

12 Months plus contract

Certifications: SAP certification in S/4HANA Finance is highly desirable

Main areas of responsibility:
The primary function of this position is to be responsible for implementing SAP FICO - General Ledger, Accounts Receivables and Fixed Assets functionality. The Specialist will lead the implementation of SAP Accounts Receivables and Fixed Assets as part of S/4HANA Finance Transformation project ensuring seamless integration with Third-party systems preferably with Kyriba.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in SAP S/4HANA Finance, particularly in General Ledger, Accounts Receivables and Fixed Assets, and a strong background in the financial services industry, preferably with experience in Seed Accounting.



Responsibilities:
Project Leadership: Lead the end-to-end implementation of SAP Accounts Receivables and Fixed Assets within the S/4HANA Finance Transformation project.
Requirement Analysis:
Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements
Ability to drive Design workshops independently with the client (Mandatory skill)
Must be able to prepare the Pre-read materials for the design workshops independently
Must be able to use Mural for the workshops
Must send out the Meeting Minutes of the Workshop (post each workshop that he/she leads)
Follow-up on the action items from the workshops
System Configuration: Configure SAP Accounts Receivables and Fixed Assets modules. Design solutions that maximize out of the box features of the product and minimize customizations. Provide technical guidance to product owners, functional teams, testing teams, compliance and other development team members
Integration: Ensure smooth integration with SAP modules like General Ledger and Kyriba as the link between SAP and banks for payments and statements.



Documentation: Must be able to create Functional Design Docs (FDD's) and Functional Specifications (to address Fit-gaps via RICEFW developments) independently. Ensure industry and technology best practices are followed for development work
Testing and Validation: Develop and execute comprehensive testing plans to validate system functionality and performance.
Training and Support: Provide training and support to end-users, ensuring they are proficient in using the new system.
Change Management: Lead change management initiatives to ensure smooth adoption of new processes and systems.
Post-Go-Live Support: Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting post-implementation to ensure system stability and user satisfaction.



Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Information Technology, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.

Experience:
Minimum of 12 - 15 years of experience in SAP Finance, strong in SAP S/4HANA Finance (GL/AR/AP/Fixed Assets/Bank Accounting).
Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of the financial services industry, with experience in Seed Accounting being a plus.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAP S/4HANA Finance, SAP Accounts Receivables and Fixed Assets and related modules.
Experience with SAP FICO and integration with Kyriba (preferred)
Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.



Travel: Be flexible to travel to Client place if needed

Preferred Skills:
Basic understanding and knowledge of SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP).