Principal Business System Analyst

Description:A Day in Your Life at MKS :As a Principal Business Systems Analyst at MKS, you will have deep knowledge of SAP Finance (FI) and Controlling (CO) modules, strong functional and technical understanding, and proven experience in end-to-end implementations, rollouts, and support projects.Basic understanding of SAP Project System (PS) is also required, as cross-functional collaboration with PS-related processes is expected in this role.This position is on-site and must be within drivable distance to our location in Gurgaon or Bangalore, India.You Will Make an Impact By :- Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of SAP FICO solutions across global and regional projects.- Execute configuration and support activities across SAP FI components, including : General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Bank Configuration, Payment File Setup, Bank Communication Protocols (e., EBICS, SWIFT), Treasury, Tax, and Audit Processes.- Execute SAP CO configuration and support in : Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, Internal Orders, Product Cost Planning & Controlling, COPA.- Ensure proper integration and provide support for finance-related aspects of SAP Project System (PS), particularly in cost flow and settlement processes.- Work closely with business stakeholders and Business Relationship Managers to gather requirements and align SAP solutions with business goals.- Manage a large backlog of SAP FICO enhancements, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes.- Support and integrate with third-party applications including Kofax, Coupa, HFM, tax engines, and middleware platforms.- Oversee and contribute to SAP-related projects from initiation through closure, ensuring alignment with timelines and budgets.- Collaborate with IT teams and business users for testing, documentation, and user training.Skills You Bring :- Strong expertise of minimum 9+ years in SAP FICO best practices and configuration.- Basic understanding of SAP Project System (PS) with a focus on financial integration and cost settlement.- Solid understanding of SAP cross-module integration (MM, SD, PP, PS etc).- Experience preparing detailed functional specifications, test scripts, and training documentation.- Proficient in data migration using LSMW, and comfortable analyzing SAP data using Microsoft Excel.- Familiarity with ABAP concepts and the ability to work effectively with technical teams.- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.- Project management experience is a plus.Physical Demands and Working Conditions :- Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time.- Regularly requires good manual dexterity and coordination.- Ability to remain in a stationary position for 90% of the time.- Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.- Must be able to exchange accurate information.- Operates in a professional office environment.- Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.- Ability to observe documents and details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).- Noise level in the work environment is usually average.- In addition to the above responsibilities, the following are considered material job duties of the position:- Ability to take and follow directions and instructions.- Ability to interact with other employees, customers, suppliers, vendors, or the public, in a safe, professional, and respectful manner.- Access to sensitive and confidential business systems and software, personally identifying information, the companys financial information, and/or the ability to maintain physical security and safety.- Because this position involves the above material job duties, trustworthiness, reliability, and good judgment also are material job duties. (ref:hirist.tech)