SAP FICO Analyst

Glanbia Business Services (GBS)

SAP FICO Analyst

A vacancy has arisen for a SAP FICO Analyst at Glanbia Business Services. This is a permanent position and will report to the IT Finance COE Manager.  This role can be based in Kilkenny OR Dublin

Key Elements of the Role

• Participate in relevant implementations and continuous improvement initiatives, including design, configuration, testing and implementation.
• Provide SAP expert knowledge in the functional areas of Finance and Controlling to respond to business requirements, and position potential solutions.
• Develop relationships with Business Power Users to drive the effectiveness of the SAP solution.
• Acquire knowledge of emerging functionality / solutions, and contribute to their successful implementation within the businesses where appropriate.

Requirements:

Qualifications

Qualified Accountant or Bachelor’s Degree in business, finance or IT

Skills & Experience

• At least three year’s SAP implementation and configuration experience – must have participated in at least one full implementation in the role of SAP FICO configuration consultant.
• Ideally SAP experienced in FICO module on version ECC 6.0. in some of the core modules GL, AP, AR, TRM, CCA, PCA, COPA, PC etc.
• Strong cross-functional SAP knowledge e.g. knowledge of integration points into FI & CO.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Experience with integrating other business systems with SAP.
• Basic ABAP coding knowledge, while not essential would be an advantage.
• Ideally a Qualified Accountant with relevant Finance experience.
• Experience in addressing key business issues with IT solutions.
• Ability to display a high degree of professionalism in dealing with business managers and users.
• Flexibility to undertake international travel where required.

Competencies

• The energy, enthusiasm and drive to make it happen.
• A team player who has the ability to motivate others, making it fun while getting the job done.
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced, innovative environment where the focus is on continuous improvement and the challenge to make it better.
• Excellent communications skills including listening skills a distinct advantage.