Associate Principal

Job Title:
Associate Principal - SAP S4HANA FI

**Job Description**:

- We are looking for talent that wants to be a part of the transformative journey with us at Bristlecone _(

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ABOUT US:
Our transformative solutions in Digital Logistics, Cognitive Manufacturing, Autonomous Planning, Smart Procurement and Digitalization are positioned around key industry pillars and delivered through a comprehensive portfolio of services spanning digital strategy, design and build, and implementation across a range of technology platforms.

Bristlecone is ranked among the top ten leaders in supply chain services by Gartner. We are headquartered in San Jose, California, with locations across North America, Europe and Asia, and over 2,500 consultants. Bristlecone is part of the $19.4 billion Mahindra Group.

ROLE: Associate Principal - SAP

ROLE DESCRIPTION- The Finance Consultant RB 4 and RB 5 is an important role related to implementation of process and solutions related to diagnosis, analysis and transformation of the Finance functions in a project. The following are the Key Responsibilities With regards to Customer Projects Assists clients in the selection, implementation and support of SAP S4 HANA Finance and Financial Products. Architecting, designing and helping build successful implementations of SAP Finance for the Customer. Lead projects and or lead to implement new functionalities. Supervise and mentor project subordinates and manage client engagements. Use of SAP Best Practices.With regards to Bristlecone Practice Participate in suggesting or leading Process Improvement for the Practice. Understanding, analysing, explore and test new features introduced in S4HANA Finance with regards to Best Practices from SAP.Take training initiatives and collaborating with trainees at multiple locations.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE- For RB 5, Minimum 8 years of Functional experience in SAP Finance of which minimum 1 to 2 years in S4HANA Finance.For RB 4, Minimum 12 years of Functional experience in SAP Finance of which minimum 2 to 3 years in S4HANA Finance.In SAP ECC Controlling, Functional proficiency of any 2 out of the following, that is, Green field Implementations, Rollouts and Upgradation. In SAP S4HANA Controlling, Functional proficiency of any 1 of the following, that is, Green field Implementations, Rollouts, Conversion from ECC and Upgradation to newer Versions. Experience in SAP FSCM or Treasury Management or Fund Management would be an added advantage.

SAP CERTIFICATIONS- Certifications in SAP Controlling and SAP S4HANA Controlling, Financial Professional would be an added advantage. Optional Certification in SAP Finance and SAP S4HANA Finance.

PROCESS KNOWLEDGE- Process expertise in Controlling with end to end flow documents, that is from Source Module Source Document to Finance and up to Controlling. Deep and thorough process end to end knowledge in Controlling facets as below. General Ledger Accounts, Payable Account, Receivable Banking including Electronic Bank Statement Reconciliation New Asset Accounting New GL and Document Splitting, in case of ECCImpacts of Universal Journal, in case of S4HANA, on Finance Multiple Ledgers Additional Accounting Principles Finance Fiori Apps, in case of S4HANA Go live and Cutover steps from Legacy to SAP ECC or SAP ECC to S4HANA Optional PROCESS KNOWLEDGE as added advantage from basic to intermediate level Financial Supply Chain Management FSCM.

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE- Configuration of all the mentioned above facets of Finance. Integration with other modules and end to end flow of accounting documents.Ability to work on complex configuration scenarios. Able to write Functional Specifications for medium to complex customizations design influencing all aspects of integration, end results, security and authorization. End to end impact assessment and flawless solution design. Thorough functionality understanding of other modules of SAP MM, SD, PP, QM along with points of integration.

SOFT SKILLS- Excellent communication skills, verbal as well as written- Positive attitude with flexibility and maturity to work in a challenging client environment- Ability to drive project responsibilities in a dynamic and proactive manner- Ability to showcase three Mahindra RISE Pillars e.g. Accepting No Limits, Driving Positive Change and Alternative Thinking

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bristlecone is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Information Security Responsibilities:

- Understand and adhere to Information Security policies, guidelines and procedure, practice them for protection of organizational data and Information System.
- Take part in information security training and act while handling information.
- Report all suspected security and policy breach to Infosec team or appropriate authority(CISO).
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