Data Architect jobs in Kalamazoo, MI

Req ID:278777

NTT DATA Services strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a SAP FICO Solution Architect to join our team in Kalamazoo, Michigan (US-MI), United States (US).

We are looking for a Strong SAP FICO Subject matter expertise / Solution Architect experienced in delivering solutions for Corporate Finance applications.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Act as an SAP FICO solution architect & SME with accountability for the design and implementation of E2E solutions in the Accounts Payable, Financialreporting, Business Planning and Consolidationand related supporting functions.
• Owns the PTP / Accounts PayableSolution and drives process standardization / Automation across the organization.
• Experience in Leading both internal team and external service provider team through the various stages of project implementation
• Responsible for Business Requirement gathering, functional specification development and test case management.
• Responsible for managing E2E PTP Process/applications and integration with SAP ECC or S/4 HANA.
• Responsible for good working relationships with various cross functional teams like Business Teams, Change Management team, IT Support team, Testing Team, Development team, security team and Admin team.
• Responsible for managing active relationships with Concerned business teams like Finance team, Procurement team, Tax team and any supporting teams.

CAREER EXPERIENCE:

• 15 Yrs. of experience in managing / delivering SAP FICO processes with strong Account Payables functional and configuration experience.
• Strong experience in delivering Corporate Financesolutions.
• Strong relationship management skills (both internally as well as externally)
• Knowledge of Procurement Processes, Accounts Payable Process and Vendor Payment process(s)and associated systems and technology (SAP, E-Invoicing Solution)
• Ability to work in diversified and global teams.
• Good blend of Project Management and Business Process / functional capabilities
• Experienced with project management methodologies and tools.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong SAP experience with past demostrable expertise in SAP FICO
• Deep understanding of integration between SAP and Non-SAP applications (e.g., SAP ECC, S4HANA, SAP Integration Suite, ARIBA, Coupa, Tango etc)
• Experience leading the deployment of Procure to Pay SAP ECC and/or S4HANA integrations to E-Invoicing solutions with regional and global focus.
• Experience with SAAS, PAAS solutions and On-Prem Solutions.
• Experience in OCR and Invoice Management solutions like OpenText, Medius, Coupa, Basware, Readsoft, Tungsten and Ariba Suite
• Experience working with other Finance tools and platforms like SAP BPC or SAP Analytics Cloud, Blackline, Workiva etc.
• Monitor and understand invoice (electronic) Legal compliance mandates and support related system projects and integrations globally.
• Strong communication skills, ability to prioritize and balance multiple priorities.
• Good analytical and logical skills to analyse data and design/implement flexible business solutions by solving complex problems.
• Good understandingof cross functional SAP ECC capabilities and supporting the procure to pay workstream, ARIBA Functionalities, Master Data Maintenance and Reporting capabilities.
• Good understanding on Tax, VAT and Withholding tax functionalities
• Possess critical thinking skills, quantitative and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Self-Starter, driven with high business process acumen.
• Positive attitude with the ability to work across different business stakeholders and technical teams to accomplish complex tasks.

About NTT DATA Services

NTT DATA Services is a recognized leader in IT and business services, including cloud, data and applications, headquartered in Texas. As part of NTT DATA, a $30 billion trusted global innovator with a combined global reach of over 80 countries, we help clients transform through business and technology consulting, industry and digital solutions, applications development and management, managed edge-to-cloud infrastructure services, BPO, systems integration and global data centers. We are committed to our clients' long-term success. Visit nttdata.com or LinkedIn to learn more.

NTT DATA Services is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regarding to race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter so that we may connect you with the appropriate team.