SAP Finance Process Stream Architect - P2P

Overview

A SAP Finance Process Stream Architect Procure to Pay (P2P) is a specialized role focusing on the technical aspects of implementing SAP finance solutions to optimize financial processes within an organization. This role requires a deep understanding of SAP finance modules, such as SAP FI (Financial Accounting) and ARIBA combined with hands-on implementation experience, and the ability to align these solutions with the organization's financial strategies and goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Vision and Strategy: Own the value stream vision for business performance and customer experience, ensuring alignment with the organization's financial objectives
• Roadmap Management: Design and maintain the overall roadmap for SAP Finance and Indirect Procurement processes, planning and prioritizing work to meet strategic goals
• Process Optimization: Continuously assess and optimize financial processes within the SAP environment to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Quality Standards: Define and uphold the quality standards for financial processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal guidelines
• Stakeholder Management: Manage expectations of all stakeholders, including finance teams, IT staff, and executive management, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project goals
• Documentation and Compliance: Maintain comprehensive documentation of financial processes and ensure adherence to industry standards and best practices

Requirements

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Informatics, Computer Science, or a related field, combined with solid knowledge in Financial Accounting and Indirect Procurement
• SAP Expertise: Extensive experience with SAP finance modules, particularly SAP FI, SAP MM and ARIBA. Familiarity with SAP Fiori and SAP Business Technology Platform are advantageous
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to effectively manage complex financial processes, systems and issues
• Project Management: Proven ability to lead projects, manage timelines, and coordinate with various stakeholders
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with various levels of the organization and external partners
• Certifications: Finance-related SAP Certifications like SAP Certified are advantageous
• Industry Knowledge: Experience in retail industry is preferred to tailor SAP solutions effectively
• Leadership: Experience in leading development teams or managing cross-functional projects is highly beneficial
• Languages: excellent command of English (written and spoken)