Senior SAP Application Analyst (FICO & JVA)

Senior Application Analyst — FICO & JVA Finance & Accounting Technology | Denver, CO (Hybrid/Remote Considered) | Full-Time

About Our Client

Our client is a dynamic, values-driven energy company specializing in upstream unconventional oil and gas investments and production. Founded with a focus on visionary strategy, efficient execution, and high-performing teams, the company operates with a lean, agile structure across its U.S. operations, including a back-office hub in Denver, CO. They serve institutional investors and operate across the full upstream value chain — from exploration through production — and are currently undergoing a significant SAP S/4HANA enterprise transformation in partnership with a Big 4 consulting firm. Their culture emphasizes integrity, accountability, and long-term sustainable value creation.

Job Description

This is a high-impact, techno-functional role sitting at the intersection of SAP technology and upstream oil and gas business operations. As the Senior Application Analyst for FICO and JVA, you will be the primary internal expert driving SAP S/4HANA configuration and support for Finance, Controlling, and Joint Venture Accounting — serving as the critical link between the company''s back-office business teams and its IT/implementation partners.

You''ll play a hands-on role in an active SAP S/4HANA implementation (Phase Zero underway, go-live targeted April 2027), working daily with stakeholders in accounting, finance, legal, and HR to gather requirements, translate them into functional specs, configure solutions, and ensure the system supports real operational needs. The team runs lean by design — this role demands someone who is equally comfortable in a config session as they are facilitating a business requirements workshop.

This position reports into back-office technology leadership and will collaborate cross-functionally with EY implementation consultants, internal business units, and external AMS support partners. The right candidate is a self-directed professional with deep SAP FICO/JVA expertise, upstream energy experience, and the business acumen to operate as a trusted advisor to non-technical stakeholders.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Configure, support, and enhance SAP FICO and JVA modules throughout the implementation lifecycle and into steady-state operations.
• Serve as the internal subject matter expert for SAP FICO and Joint Venture solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and upstream industry best practices.
• Partner with business stakeholders in finance, accounting, legal, and operations to understand processes, capture requirements, and translate them into functional specifications and solution designs.
• Support and manage system integrations with third-party upstream applications and financial platforms.
• Troubleshoot system issues, coordinate root cause analysis, and drive resolution in collaboration with technical teams and implementation partners.
• Lead and support testing activities including unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Develop training materials and support end-user onboarding and change management initiatives.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Support reporting, analytics, and data governance efforts related to upstream financial operations.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline upstream business processes and improve system performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams and EY implementation consultants as an internal project driver.

Required Experience & Skills

• 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst or SAP Application Analyst with hands-on support of FICO and JVA modules.
• Strong understanding of upstream oil & gas FICO and JVA business terminology and operational workflows.
• Demonstrated ability to gather requirements, write functional specifications, and independently configure SAP systems.
• Experience supporting or leading SAP implementations or major system enhancements.
• Proficient in SQL, scripting, and data analysis.
• Familiarity with integration tools, APIs, and third-party upstream application connectivity.
• Experience with change management, testing methodologies (UAT, integration), and system lifecycle practices.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills — able to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities with advanced attention to detail.
• Ability to operate independently with limited supervision in a fast-paced, lean team environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience in SAP S/4HANA implementations (as opposed to legacy ECC environments).
• Upstream natural gas experience preferred over oil; Texas-specific operational exposure is a plus.
• Familiarity with Workday HCM/ERP or other enterprise platforms in an oil and gas context.
• Experience working alongside Big 4 consulting implementation teams.
• Background supporting AMS (Application Managed Services) environments post-go-live.

Education

Bachelor''s degree in Information Systems, Business, Engineering, Accounting, or a related field required.

Pay & Benefits Summary

• Salary Range: $134,000 – $262,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Hybrid or remote work arrangements considered for the right candidate (Denver-based preferred; relocation support may be available).
• Travel requirement: approximately 5% in steady state; higher during active implementation phases.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunity to play a defining role in a high-visibility enterprise transformation at a growing energy company.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you''re a seasoned SAP techno-functional professional with upstream energy experience and a drive to own meaningful work — we want to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your career with a company that values expertise, accountability, and results.

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SAP S/4HANA | FICO | JVA | Joint Venture Accounting | Upstream Oil & Gas | SAP Application Analyst | Denver | Finance Transformation | ERP Implementation | Techno-Functional