SAP FICO Consultant (Intercompany Process Management)
SAP FICO Consultant (Intercompany Process Management)
Remote, Travel, Carlsbad, CA
Duration:- 6- 12 Months
Key Responsibilities:
- SAP FICO Configuration and Support
- Configure and maintain SAP FICO modules, including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), Asset Accounting, and Controlling (CO).
- Develop and implement intercompany processes within SAP FICO, focusing on intercompany transactions, billing, reconciliation, and eliminations.
- Customize and support end-to-end financial and controlling processes to ensure efficient and accurate intercompany data flow and reporting.
- Intercompany Process Management
- Design and optimize intercompany billing and reconciliation workflows, ensuring alignment with company policies and compliance requirements.
- Configure and support intercompany profit/loss elimination processes for consolidated financial reporting.
- Establish and implement best practices for intercompany transactions to improve data accuracy, streamline reporting, and reduce reconciliation efforts.
- Cross-Module Integration
- Collaborate with SAP teams across modules (such as MM, SD, and PP) to integrate intercompany processes within SAP S/4HANA and ensure seamless data flow.
- Support the integration of SAP FICO intercompany functionalities with other financial systems to provide accurate consolidated data and reporting.
- Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution
- Act as the subject matter expert for intercompany issues within SAP FICO, providing root-cause analysis and resolution for process discrepancies.
- Conduct system testing for intercompany configurations and ensure accuracy during integration, user acceptance testing (UAT), and production.
- Documentation and Compliance
- Create and maintain detailed documentation for intercompany processes, configurations, and customizations, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards (IFRS, GAAP).
- Support audit requirements by documenting intercompany transaction processes, reconciliations, and controls to maintain compliance.
- User Training and Support
- Provide training to finance teams on intercompany processes, ensuring users are well-versed in SAP FICO intercompany workflows and best practices.
- Develop user guides, training materials, and quick-reference documents to support end-users in daily intercompany transactions.
- Continuous Improvement and Optimization
- Identify opportunities to streamline and automate intercompany processes, improving efficiency and data accuracy across reporting cycles.
- Stay updated on SAP s latest FICO features, updates, and industry trends related to intercompany transactions and integration.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor s degree in finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or a related field. MBA or equivalent experience preferred.
Experience:
- 10+ years of experience as an SAP FICO consultant, with a focus on intercompany processes.
- Proven experience in intercompany billing, reconciliation, and eliminations within SAP FICO.
- Strong background in configuring SAP FICO modules, with a particular emphasis on intercompany financial accounting and controlling functions.
Skills:
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in SAP FICO configuration, particularly in General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Asset Accounting, and Controlling.
Strong knowledge of intercompany billing, reconciliation, and consolidation processes.
Familiarity with SAP S/4HANA, SAP SD, and SAP MM modules for intercompany integration.
Soft Skills:
Excellent problem-solving skills, with an ability to troubleshoot complex intercompany issues.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, especially with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Certifications: SAP FICO certification is preferred; certifications in SAP S/4HANA or Intercompany Processes preferred.