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Discount Tire · 3 days ago

Functional Analyst-FICO

Scottsdale, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

5+ years exp

Discount Tire is a growing company with over 60 years of history, seeking a Functional Analyst - FICO to ensure business value through expertise in financial processes and SAP FICO modules. The role involves leading the analysis, design, and implementation of financial processes, while mentoring and training functional analysts and providing exceptional customer service.

AutomotiveLogisticsRetail

Responsibilities

Research, recommend and develop functional solutions for complex problems to drive desired business results

Identify, evaluate, and develop options for the enhancement of financial processes in SAP and across the enterprise

Ensure the successful implementation and ongoing effectiveness of processes

Lead the analysis, design, development, testing and implementation of the financial processes in the SAP system and integration points

Configure, deploy and maintain FICO modules

Provide leadership, direction and support to SAP configuration efforts; oversee the preparation of policies, procedures, process and functional specifications

Ensure the SAP application’s integration and functionality is clearly articulated; provide expert advice in determining a best practice approach in deploying components

Lead cross functional teams to address business or systems issues

Act as a liaison between the business and the development team to ensure functional requirements are understood and ensure development requirements integrated

Serve as a Finance Subject Matter Expert (SME), participates in related projects

Ensure instructional materials are accurate; provide subject matter expertise and support for end user training delivery

Develop FICO knowledge/competency in super users and subject matter experts throughout the business

Mentor and train functional analysts in gathering and documenting business requirements and specifications for technical solutions

Assist employees, vendor or other customers by answering questions related to financial processes, procedures and services

Complete work in a timely and accurate manner while providing exceptional customer service

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

SAP FICO modulesSAP configurationFinancial processesIntegration pointsSolution ManagerRetail environmentMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft VisioCoaching abilityOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsCollaboration skills

Required

This position requires a minimum five years of SAP configuration and implementation experience

Experience with SAP FICO modules, specifically General Ledger (FI-GL), Accounts Payable (FI-AP), Accounts Receivable (FI-AR), Bank Accounting (FI-BL), Asset Accounting (FI-AA), Cost Elements, Cost Centers, Profit Centers, Internal Orders, and Statistical Key Figures are necessary

Knowledge of the key integration points with all SAP modules and key design implications is required

Proven understanding of Solution Manager and best practices as applied to design and delivery of solution is necessary

Advanced level computer experience, including skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio is necessary

Strong organizational skills and initiative to improve processes is crucial

Ability to identify complex problems, review information to develop and evaluate options then implement solutions is essential

Demonstrated ability to communicate across all levels of the organization is necessary; must be able to clearly articulate ideas verbally and in writing

Ability to coach end-users is required

Proven ability to motivate self and others is necessary

The ability to work efficiently under pressure, accurately meet deadlines, present a professional demeanor and work well independently is essential

Proven ability to collaborate across the Company including the ability to manage and respond to different organizational situations while maintaining a positive and friendly attitude is essential

Maintaining confidentiality, treating others with respect and upholding Company values is key

This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Computer Science, or similar field or equivalent work experience