SAP FICO Functional Consultant

FUNCTIONAL CONSULTANT: FICO

JOB PURPOSE

The Functional Consultant: FICO is responsible for configuring and testing SAP and other 3rd party FICO functions and module solutions, as well as troubleshooting and resolution of technical problems.

The Functional Consultant: FICO is responsible for writing functional and test specifications, as well as training and testing material.

The Functional Consultant: FICO is responsible for providing user support and assistance for 3rd level incidents, and resolving business as usual issues aligned to operations and service processes. 

KEY DIALS:

1. Make recommendations to optimise FICO processes, policies and procedures.
2. Adhere to all IT Governance Frameworks including policies, procedures, processes and standards.
3. Identify suitable solutions to new and existing business requirements (changes and projects), and ensure effective resolution of problems and incidents.
4. Produce portfolio and status reporting in a timely manner and aligned to the agreed communications plan for all relevant stakeholders.
5. Update and maintain known error database, knowledge base, configuration database as well as testing and training material, and implement a continuous improvement plan to improve the portfolio solutions.
6. Effectively manage and develop self to deliver on agreed individual and team objectives.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION

GENERAL:

• Functional knowledge of SAP FICO (GL, AR, AP, FA, PCA, CCA, New GL) including interfaces, data migration and integration
• Knowledge of SAP FICO integration with HCM
• Understanding of SAP development concepts, guidelines and architecture

COMPANY:

• Indepth knowledge of Pepkor Lifestyle policies, practices, processes and systems
• Understanding of the Pepkor Lifestyle and Finance operating model and value chain
• Express and implied ethical responsibilities

SKILLS:

• 3+ years SAP design and configuration experience
• 2+ years Agile experience (e.g. sprint planning, stand-up)
• Working with business process/activity owners in understanding business requirement and solution design
• Documenting functional and technical specifications

BEHAVIOURS:

• Personal resilience
• Energy and drive
• Customer orientation
• Team player
• Excellence orientation
• Innovative
• Influencing others
• Analytical