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SAP FICO Functional Architect

About the role

As a SAP FICO Functional Architect you will play a crucial role in designing and implementing SAP solutions that enhance financial operations and drive business efficiency. With a focus on SAP FICO and related modules, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. This hybrid role requires a deep understanding of SAP systems and offers the opportunity to contribute to the company’s strategic goals.

Work model

Onsite – from the United States only

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

In this role, you will:

• Lead SAP FICO implementations, rollouts, migrations, and support activities including handling tickets, change requests, enhancements, and testing.

• Map business requirements into user stories/design documents and generate/validate Functional Requirement Specifications in accordance with approved IT Architecture.

• Lead end-to-end project phases including design, configuration, testing, cutover, post-go-live support, training, and documentation.

• Design and implement SAP FICO solutions to optimize financial processes and align with business objectives.

• Integrate SAP Taxation, Cost Center Accounting, and Profit Center Accounting for enhanced financial reporting and compliance.

• Provide expertise in SAP New GL and Classic GL to streamline general ledger operations.

• Implement SAP Internal Orders and Credit Management for efficient resource allocation and risk management.

• Deploy SAP Profitability Analysis and Product Costing to support strategic decision-making.

• Configure SAP Automatic Payments, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts Payable for improved cash flow and efficiency.

• Utilize SAP Asset Management for optimized asset utilization and lifecycle management.

• Facilitate workshops and training sessions to empower end-users with SAP FICO capabilities.

• Translate business requirements into technical specifications for SAP system enhancements.

• Collaborate with IT and business teams for seamless SAP integration.

• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure reliability.

• Support testing plans to validate SAP functionality and performance.

• Contribute to strategic goals by leveraging SAP solutions for innovation and excellence.

What you must have to be considered

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in SAP FICO and related modules with strong focus on SAP Taxation and Cost Center Accounting.

• Expertise in SAP Profit Center Accounting, New GL, and Internal Orders.

• Experience in SAP Classic GL, Credit Management, and Profitability Analysis.

• Proficiency in SAP Product Costing, Automatic Payments, and Accounts Receivable.

• Experience in SAP Accounts Payable, Asset Management, and comprehensive SAP FICO solutions.

• Familiarity with Supply Chain Management and Multi-Channel domains is a plus.

Salary and Other Compensation

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

• 401(k) plan and contributions

• Long-term/Short-term Disability

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer

The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.