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Sr. Systems Engineer | SAP S/4HANA Financial Lead

AutoZone

AutoZone

Software Engineering, Accounting & Finance
Memphis, TN, USA
Posted on Apr 5, 2024

Performs lead role in defining the requirements and developing technology solutions to meet AutoZone business needs; Directs and coordinates complex systems integration, and infrastructure; serves as techno-functional expert for multi-platform systems and multiple technologies, concentrating on the SAP ecosystem (S/4 HANA, BTP, Ariba, CAR, ABAP) and supporting applications.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities:

  • SAP Financial Module Management: Deploy, manage, and oversee the SAP Financial modules, such as Record to Report and Order to Cash including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Billing, Accounts Receivable, Asset Accounting, Controlling, Treasury, etc.
  • Requirement Gathering and Analysis: Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements, analyze business processes, and translate them into SAP solutions.
  • Implementation and Configuration: Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of SAP Financial solutions based on business needs and best practices collaborating with the System integrator partner.
  • Testing and Quality Assurance: Develop test plans, conduct system testing, and ensure the quality and accuracy of SAP Financial configurations.
  • User Training and Support: Provide guidance and training to end-users on SAP Financial functionalities and support them in using the system effectively. Coach and mentor other team members.
  • Documentation: Create and maintain documentation related to SAP Financial processes, configurations, and user guides.
  • Integration and Upgrades: Collaborate with other teams to ensure seamless integration of SAP Financial modules with other systems that includes PeopleSoft ERP and manage upgrades or enhancements.
  • Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution: Address and resolve issues, perform root cause analysis, and provide ongoing support for SAP Financial systems.
  • Solution Design: Develop and recommend SAP Financial solutions that align with industry best practices and meet business requirements.
  • Compliance and Best Practices: Ensure adherence to financial regulations, compliance standards, and SAP best practices in the implementation and maintenance of SAP Financial systems.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Minimum requirement of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent (with at least 7 or more years of work experience)
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in SAP FSCM

Equivalent Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School diploma/GED or associate degree required
  • 10 or more years of experience required in Information Systems/Technology


Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to meeting the above qualifications, any of the following are preferred:

  • SAP Expertise: In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with SAP Financial modules such as SAP FI (Financial Accounting), SAP CO (Controlling), SAP FSCM (Financial Supply Chain Management), SAP S/4HANA Finance, BTP, CAR, etc.
  • Financial Domain Knowledge: Experience in migration of traditional General Ledger, Receivables and Payables management to SAP FSCM.
  • Functional Knowledge: Expertise in several Finance areas including General Ledger Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Product Costing, Cost & Profit Center Accounting, Internal Orders
  • Experience with SAP Ariba, SAP FieldGlass, SAP Concur, SAP Vistex, High Radius, and Data migration and Automated testing tools.
  • Configuration and Implementation: Proficiency in configuring SAP Financial modules according to business requirements. Experience in implementing SAP solutions, performing system upgrades, and providing post-implementation support.
  • Leadership Skills: Ability to lead a team of technical and functional consultants, guide them in project tasks, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Requirement Gathering and Analysis: Gather business requirements, translate them into functional specifications, and work closely with stakeholders to ensure alignment between business needs and SAP solutions.
  • Troubleshooting and Support: Ability to diagnose and resolve issues related to SAP Financial modules, provide user support, and conduct system testing and validation.
  • Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with stakeholders, present proposals, conduct training sessions, and create documentation.
  • Continuous Learning: Keeping up-to-date with the latest SAP technologies, trends, and best practices in the financial domain to provide innovative solutions and recommendations.
  • Certifications: Relevant certifications in SAP Financial modules can be beneficial, such as SAP Certified Application Associate - Financial Accounting (SAP FI) or SAP Certified Application Associate - Management Accounting (SAP CO).

Knowledge and Skills:

  • Retail industry knowledge
  • Overall applications/technology stack health and oversight
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
  • Knowledge of process mapping
  • Written and oral communication skills including interaction with business partners, vendors, System integrators and technical staff
  • Knowledge of networking concepts and communication protocols
  • Knowledge of architecture concepts and frameworks
  • Knowledge of systems integration
  • Knowledge of appropriate security design and implementation

Competencies:

At AutoZone building competency framework is the foundation of our talent strategy and is what drives our performance. AutoZone accordingly selects and develops talent based on each of the following competencies: analyze issues and make effective decisions, advance the business, engage, coach, and build a diverse workforce, build partnerships, improve service quality and processes, execute effectively, demonstrate personal leadership, and demonstrate functional and technical agility.