Job Description
SAP FICO Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Reporting to: FICO Team Lead
Department: SAP Center of Expertise (COE)
Role Overview:
As an integral part of the SAP FICO and ERP support team, the SAP Finance and Controlling (FICO) Subject Matter Expert (SME) will support and enhance the existing SAP S/4HANA environment while leading the implementation of new solutions aligned with corporate objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day support for SAP FICO (Financial Accounting & Controlling).
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and propose enhancements and innovative solutions.
- Lead fit-gap analysis workshops and contribute to the development of the solution blueprint.
- Maintain and develop reports, forms, and configurations as required.
- Manage data cleansing, extraction, loading, and verification.
- Execute integration tests and provide final approval on business processes.
- Develop and deliver end-user training materials and sessions.
- Create test scripts and conduct solution testing, including security roles.
- Provide post-go-live support, troubleshooting issues, and implementing solutions.
- Extend SAP S/4HANA configurations to new business units and companies.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Education: Bachelor's degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Experience:
- 5+ years of SAP experience, including full-cycle implementations and ongoing support.
- Hands-on expertise in General Ledger and at least three of the following:
- Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Fixed Asset Accounting, Intercompany Accounting, Project Systems, Travel & Expense Management.
- Experience with SAP S/4HANA is required.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, month-end, and year-end closing processes.
- Certifications & Assets:
- SAP FICO S/4 Certification (preferred).
- Professional accounting designation (CPA, CMA, etc.) is an asset.
- Skills & Attributes:
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule as required.
- Knowledge of other SAP modules (MM, SD, PM, ETM) is a plus.