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Job Title: Associate Principal - SAP S4HANA FI: ()ABOUT US: Bristlecone is the leading provider of AI-powered application transformation services for the connected supply chain. We empower our customers with speed, visibility, automa

Job Title: Associate Principal - SAP S4HANA FI : () ABOUT US : Bristlecone is the leading provider of AI-powered application transformation services for the connected supply chain. We empower our customers with speed, visibility, automation, and resiliency - to thrive on change. 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 DESCRIPTION: FICO Consultant. 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. Analyze existing functionalities in the client system and propose improvement thereby translating them into effective solutions and business opportunities.Analyze present landscape for best fit solution and strategy to the new Version. Supervise and mentor project subordinates and manage client engagements.Use of SAP Best Practices.With regards to Bristlecone PracticeLiaising with Pre Sales Team to help grow the Business around Finance in line with Organizational Strategy and or Practices Goals. Ability to devise and or lead Go To Market strategies for SAP Finance to assist Sales and Alliance teams in expanding Bristlecones footprint globally.Build Assets, Pre Configured Solutions and Accelerators to reduce the overall cost to serve. Participate in Assessment, Scoping and Estimation activities for RFQs.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.Submit White Papers in the area of Finance. Take training initiatives and collaborating with trainees at multiple locations. Build strong business relationships with potential clients. 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.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.Support and CR Development is secondary in priority. Experience in SAP FSCM or Treasury Management or Fund Management would be an added advantage.SAP CERTIFICATIONSCertifications 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 ReconciliationNew Asset Accounting New GL and Document Splitting, in case of ECCImpacts of Universal Journal, in case of S4HANA, on Finance Multiple Ledgers Additional Accounting PrinciplesFinance 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 levelFund Management Financial Supply Chain Management FSCMTreasury Management Revenue Recognition or Revenue Accounting and Reporting Central Finance Financial Closing Cockpit 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 lead and conduct Design workshops in front of an audience comprising of CXOs, Business and IT teams.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). . Understand and adhere to the additional information security responsibilities as part of the assigned job role.

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