Overview
The IT Finance Business Analyst plays a key role in designing and implementing technical solutions that address global business needs within the Finance domain. Reporting to the Business Applications Manager in IT, this role focuses on SAP FICO and its integration points with other platforms. The analyst partners closely with cross-functional teams to identify short and long-term solutions to current issues as well as opportunities for performance optimization and cost efficiency, ensuring solutions are aligned with business objectives and delivered on time.
Details
Duration: 6 months, extension possible – to be evaluated end of contract
Employment type: Contract
Location / Schedule: Full time & Fully remote, EST time zone
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with global and cross-functional stakeholders to assess business needs and define system requirements.
- Serve as the functional architect for SAP FICO configurations and related integrations with other modules (Manufacturing, SD, MM, COPA) as well as other systems (e.g., BPC, ESKER).
- Translate business requirements into functional specifications and work closely with development teams to implement solutions.
- Coordinate internal and external resources to support solution delivery and ensure alignment with global standards.
- Conduct system and integration testing to validate effectiveness and ensure user requirements are met.
- Prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation, including functional specs, user guides, and operating procedures.
- Support user training and change management activities to ensure successful adoption of new solutions.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders to manage expectations, report progress, and escalate issues when necessary.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Accounting, or a related field.
- Minimum of 12 years of experience in SAP FICO design, configuration, and support.
- Strong understanding of SAP General Ledger and its integration with other SAP modules.
- Experience with tools such as BPC, ESKER, COPA.
- Hands-on experience with SAP ECC 6 or S/4HANA; certification in S/4HANA and experience in SAP RISE is a plus.
- Experience in implementing e-invoicing and tax reporting systems for European countries (e.g., SDI, SII, MyDATA) is a plus.
- Proven ability to work autonomously and manage multiple moving priorities in a global environment.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Fluent in English, and Spanish; Portuguese is a plus.
Seniorities & Employment
- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Employment type: Contract
Job Function & Industries
- Job function: Information Technology
- Industries: Biotechnology, IT Services, and IT Consulting
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