IS&T Early Career Functional Consultant

Are you highly organized, meticulous, and curious? At Apple, our teams don't just build products—they create experiences that redefine entire industries. It's the diverse perspectives and innovative spirit of our people that fuel everything we do, from innovative technology to elite environmental initiatives. Join Apple's Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) organization and be part of something bigger. At Apple, great ideas quickly evolve into world-changing products, services, and customer experiences. When you bring passion and dedication to your role, there's no limit to what you can achieve.

Our SAP Global Systems Team, part of the IS&T organization, is responsible for designing and delivering the core business and technical infrastructure that supports Apple's internal and external operations. We build and implement critical solutions that power functions like Finance, Sales, Retail, Services, and Operations. From SaaS platforms and iOS apps to advanced technologies like AI (including ML and NLP), IoT, and Blockchain—we leverage the latest tools to build industry-leading systems.

The SAP team develops and maintains high-performance logistics, sales, supply chain, finance solutions using the SAP S4 HANA platform and ECC/HANA applications, playing a key role in helping Apple maintain its position as a leader in customer support. We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven SAP Finance Consultant to help shape the future of our finance, costing, procurement and sales execution capabilities.

Description
The IS&T organization offers a variety of functional consultant opportunities in SAP Finance Team. This role spans new business initiatives and operational programs in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment. As a SAP Functional Consultant, you will:

- Work closely with multi-functional teams to gather and define requirements.

- Design solutions for Finance, Accounting, Taxation, planning and reporting processes using best in class SAP and related technologies

- Track and report project status updates to both technical and non-technical collaborators.

- Help drive project execution to ensure timely, on-budget delivery.

- Build and nurture relationships across departments to support team alignment and success.

As part of Apple's Early Career Community, you'll also have access to events and activities that support professional growth and foster meaningful connections with peers.

Minimum Qualifications
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate to diverse audiences.

Demonstrable ability to handle multiple priorities and coordinate complex projects across internal and external teams.

Chartered Accountancy degree.

Preferred Qualifications
Foundational understanding of business processes in order to cash (O2C) procure to pay(P2P) and record to report(R2R) functions.

Good conceptual understanding of all Accounting and Financial concepts

Basic understanding of Cost and Management reporting functions

Prior experience and end-user working knowledge in ERP systems and Financial tools during CA apprenticeship

Prior experience or certification in SAP or other ERP applications is a strong advantage.

Familiarity with emerging technologies such as Generative AI and cloud platforms.

Good ability to tailor and communicate information for various collaborators.

Quick learner with a passion for new technologies.

Professional experience in project management.

Outstanding attention to detail and time management skills.

Excellent analytical, quantitative, and interpersonal abilities.

Strong problem-solving attitude with the ability to think critically and adapt.

Works well within a team environment and supports colleagues in achieving common goals.

Willingness to learn and adapt to new situations and challenges quickly.

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