SAP Functional Consultant

Short Description:
SAP Functional Consultant CNT


Under minimal supervision, is responsible for all
aspects of the Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC) in relation to SAP
Config activities.
must have FULL FICA with multiple years with utility exp. Must have min of 8yrs

Complete Description:
PRIMARY
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES



1.
Implements
software solutions for which in-depth configuration and integration is
required; drives substantial interaction with vendor resources and integrates
applications with complex interfaces based on specifications provided.


2.
Participates on
an Application Development and Support team as well as project teams under the
direction of their Lead SAP Configurator, Manager or Project Managers. Functions as Technical Lead on projects; may
lead multiple concurrent projects.


3.
Subject matter
expert in multiple business unit areas, including those relevant to projects
and application support assignments.


4.
Considered a
subject matter expert in their technical discipline; mentors and guides junior
staff. Develops and drives standard
practices within their team; collaborates with Business Systems Analysts and/or
Business Partners to develop software specifications.


5.
Acquires and
maintains appropriate technical skills and mentors junior staff. Participates in developing and driving
standard practices within their team.


6.
Supports the
request and analysis phases of SDLC by assisting with documentation and
estimates. Executes the design,
development, and implementation phases of SDLC by producing the prescribed
deliverables; reviews deliverables produced by junior staff.


7.
Liaises with
business partners and business unit leads to conduct analysis and design
efforts for future enhancements and configuration to meet changing policy and
legislative requirements.


8.
Maintains
awareness of current trends in the business marketplace with a focus on product
and service development, delivery and support, and applying key
technologies. Examine trends in
information systems training, materials and techniques. Coordinate system
changes by identifying system requirements, definition, testing, training and
implementation as well as provide specifications to work management systems,
third party remittance, IT, and other areas of the organization.


9.
Participates in
business process modeling sessions, while assisting in the collection and
consolidation of required information and data in the development of analysis
documentation in accordance with the SDLC methodology. Supports the creation of business process
procedures for assigned business unit(s).


10.
Develops strong
business and system knowledge relating to functional areas and assigned
business unit(s). Supports the
maintenance and evolution of the logical data model and business process model
for assigned business unit(s). Provides
input and direction on business unit technology strategies.


11.
Provide training
and guidance and oversee work of staff/AMS contractors to ensure quality
results.


12.
Development,
growth, and mentoring of SAP Configurators.


13.
Should be able to perform budget, forecast, and
calculate the actuals for project and maintain financials.





SUPERVISION


Direct Supervision: Provides
no Direct Supervision but may be assigned a leadership role that could include
overseeing junior and/or contract resources in absence of a manager or a lead.


Indirect Supervision: None


QUALIFICATIONS


Education


Required: Bachelor s
degree in Information/Computer Science, Business Administration, Engineering,
Mathematics, Information Systems, or equivalent discipline


Preferred: Master s
degree in Information/Computer Science, Business Administration, Engineering,
Mathematics, Information Systems, or equivalent discipline.





Licenses/Certifications



Required: At
least one SAP professional configuration certification in a specific discipline
(e.g., CRM, DM, Billing/Invoicing, FICA, FI/CO, HCM, HR/PY, SC) preferred in
addition to the requirements above.


EXPERIENCE


Direct Experience


Required: Eight
(8) years of SAP configuration experience performing the duties of systems
analysis, design, and development and Ten (10) years of SAP configuration
experience in FICA and Billing/Invoicing
performing the duties of systems analysis, design, and development


Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)



Required:


Strong knowledge of business software applications and
hardware technologies. Stays current
with IT industry trends and emerging technologies; suggests and leads
application of modern technologies.


Implementation experience with SAP FICA functional and
integration with billing and CRM, including data modelling. Should have
experience working with billing & Invoicing.


Demonstrate an overall understanding of FI-CA
functionality


Understanding in Setup of Main & Sub transaction
Experience in analyzing issue in Billing & Invoicing process


Detailed configuration experience in many of the
following FI-CA components:


o
Dunning


o
Payments
(including Cash Desk and Returns)


o
Account
Determination


o
Settlement/Clearing
Rules


o
Collection
Agencies


o
Write-Offs /
Value Adjustments


o
Refunds


o
Security Deposits


o
Installment Plans


o
BRF+ Dunning will
be an added advantage


o
Life Cycle of an
Open items


o
Payment Plan
Knowledge


o
Tax


o
Knowledge of
Batch jobs


o
Knowledge of
Interface to Payment Gateways


o
Setup of Org
Structure, GL setup & Integration


Good Experience in Invoice Layout & Bill Print.


Should be conversant with all Data models covering
Technical and business Master data.


Should have required integration knowledge with other
functional areas like Billing, FICO and CRM.


Ability to
conduct workshops and work with a solution architect team to prepare the
solution design documents.


Extensive experience in business processes in ISU Data
models. Strong understanding in Device Management configurations and should
have lead Device management solution including ISU Data modelling for at least
one implementation project.


Experienced in handling projects based on ASAP and
Agile methodologies.


Requirement gathering, Business process design, SAP
configuration, RICEFW Functional design Systems and Integration, Testing
Resolving production issues



Strong verbal,
written, analytical, and interpersonal skills.



Understands
project plans and is able to clearly articulate their role, project goals, and
timelines. Develops project plans for
small projects; partners with Project Managers to develop project plans for
large projects and assists Manager with resource management.



Creates and
reviews technical design specifications and possesses knowledge of development
tools and technologies in support of the Information Technology
Architecture.



Proficient in the
agile methodologies and If needed should be able to perform the role of scrum
master.



Need to have
working knowledge with AMS such as review and approve the deliverables from the
AMS and facilitate meetings between AMS and Business through regular periodic
calls as needed.





Preferred: Drives
continuous process improvement for SDLC, maintenance, application support, and
technology architecture.


Leadership Competencies:





Takes Ownership & Acts with
Integrity


Drives Business Excellence for
Customers Builds
Collaborative Relationships


Develops People and Teams Cultivates
Innovation & Embraces Change

Skills:

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