SAP ABAP FI/CO Developer/Designer m/f (UK)

Our Client a large international Consultancy is looking for a SAP ABAP FI/CO Developer/Designer:

Job Role Perform full range of support and development activities at Pan-European level of the relevant application.

Job Responsibilities

Perform analysis of business requirements and translate them into proper system solutions Make accurate delivery plan and cost estimates based on business requirements (ADRs) Monitor and resolve incoming Production Remedy SAP support calls Consider system performance and possibilities for harmonisation/standardisation when designing solutions to business requirements, identifying production issues Adhere to SOX guidelines by following the established design (ADR log) and test (Mercury) procedures Maintain quality design specifications Careful recording and categorisation of work tasks (ACTs) Perform thorough testing at various stages of the development with formal test logs/evidence Record time against correct activity types and on time

Competencies / Skills / Attributes

Communication Identifies and keeps informed all parties interested in the development taking place. Explains technical information to non-specialists without using jargon. Documents decisions clearly. Keeps communication channels open within geographically dispersed team members.

Analytical Skills

Needs to be a first-class problem solver – able to boil complex problems down to their constituent elements, and then formulate and evaluate a range of alternative solutions. Must have excellent conceptual design skills – an instinctive feel for which solutions ‘fit’ and which need rethinking.

Technical Skills

Shows broad understanding of own area and acts as key source of expertise in this field. Maintains and regularly updates knowledge of processes, products and best practice principles in own area. Able to identify appropriate technical solutions. Must have a good understanding of key system design principles (documentation, testing, ADR procedure, SDLC, etc.).

Service Focus

Helps the customer to understand and define their requirements. Considers situation from customer perspective and tailors communication accordingly. Sensitive to customer satisfaction, always looks for ways of improving level of service.

Personal Responsibility and Achievement Orientation

Exhibits desire to make things happen. Obtains results, guaranteeing quality and timeliness, even in case of setbacks. Able to multi-task effectively, and cope with pressures from multiple directions. Seizes opportunities and maintains a positive approach.

Teamwork and Co-operation

Actively contributes to teamwork, sharing experiences and ideas. Shares information as a member of the group by keeping the other members informed of everything, which is relevant or useful for the group. Provides personal support to other team members in times of trouble.

Experience & Specific Job Requirements Minimum of 8 years of SAP FI/CO - application experience within the module including configuration, design, testing, compliance & implementation (full Project lifecycle experience on at least 2 Full Project LifeCycles) SAP FI/CO with a comprehensive understanding of the core modules of FI and CO (CCA, PCA, IOA, COPA), who is prepared to work with the Finance team in Support as well as Projects and development requests for the Business Must demonstrate excellent knowledge in the area of SAP Plants Abroad Demonstrates Excellent Integration knowledge with MM and SD Experience in as many of the following areas as possible is desirable: - Latest versions of SAP R/3 releases - Rolling out template solutions - SAP HR / Payroll - Experience of SAP R/3 upgrades and implementation Update documentation repository and call handling system to reflect changes made during call resolution Work closely with the customer to identify possible improvements to existing design and suggest appropriate solutions Provide knowledge, expertise and guidance to the customer in order that potential for new work is seized upon Provide expert input into the design and implementation of new additions or improvements to existing solution Liaise with customer and provide accurate estimate of work involved when required Identify and make the customer aware of any changes which may impact overseas sites and resolve appropriately Create detailed functional and technical designs that meet user requirements to facilitate onshore/offshore ABAP work Liaise with offshore technical resources to ensure accurate and timely delivery Provide guidance to Business users to ensure that thorough testing is carried in resolving all call types Escalate and report progress of major incidents/issues to Applications Support team lead Ensure that existing processes and procedures are adhered to at all times Keep users informed of progress on call resolution Communicate with the Businesses Users in an appropriate and constructive manner at all times Continually look at ways to improve service to customer
Ability to present at a Senior Level Strong knowledge of all relevant processes and procedures Customer Service skills Excellent Presentation Skills Practical business experience including international experience in FI/CO application Excellent communication skills – ability to interpret business issues to provide support solution Ability to prioritise and escalate issues Analytical mindset with an strong eagerness to learn Team player, prepare to work with off shore management in a virtual team Prepared to travel extensively within Europe