SAP FICO Configurator

Overview:
Reporting to the FICO Team Lead PMO and based in Apex, NC, this position is responsible for the hands-on development of specialized IT application technology, implementation, configuration and support for the installed SAP R/3 modules, including staff development and support for new SAP R/3 projects. This position supports the integrated business system requirements in Financial Accounting and Controlling (FICO) for all locations globally. In addition to SAP, Vertex, Serrala FS2, HFM, FloQast, e-invoicing solutions, E-GR, Guepardo reporting package, Concur and other interfaced systems need to be supported.

Responsibilities

• Provides support, planning and configuration efforts for the Financial Accounting and Controlling (FICO) functional areas in the SAP business system as well as data cleanup and migration. Includes GL, AP, AR, Asset Accounting, Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, Internal Orders, CO-PA.
• Defines and plans initiatives for the SAP business system and provides improvement of the use of technology with a specific area of business.
• Provides a keen understanding and functional knowledge of the FICO business requirements, and the integration of all SAP business system modules and bolt-on solutions.
• Supports corporate-sponsored initiatives for specific projects and/or business areas.
• Coordinates new development and enhancements including those requiring ABAP and SAP script.
• Supports application support for bolt-on software products such as Vertex, FloQast, HFM, Serrala FS2, Concur, E-GR,and the Guepardo reporting package
• Coordinates documentation and training updates and maintenance.
• Responsible for analysis, development, testing and implementation of interface systems and data conversion.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Coordinates supplemental training development and classroom delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in technology or business strongly preferred. May consider relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• 5+ years' experience in SAP R/3 application implementation and support for SAP R/3 FICO and related modules in a discrete manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of SAP application design, development, and implementation with skills required to coordinate said tasks.
• Knowledge and experience in information systems support in an SAP environment with a proven record of accomplishment in the planning, development and implementation of projects on time and budget.
• Experience and knowledge of 3rd party bolt-on systems and interfaces to SAP preferred
• Knowledge of business processes in areas of Finance and Accounting.
• Knowledge and exposure to contemporary tools and technologies in the manufacturing area would be a plus.
• Preference to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to support a global organization.
• Travel ~10% required.

Personal skills

• Highly organized and energetic individual.
• Sense of prioritization; self-motivated; resilient in high pressure environment.
• Self-directed, goal oriented
• Positive attitude and results oriented.
• Solid Communication, analytical and presentation skills
• International, multicultural exposure and experience preferred
• Solid English communication required (oral and written). Additional language skills in any of these languages: Spanish, German, French, Portuguese or Chinese preferred