Sr. SAP Finance Architect, AWS SAP Team

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Sr. SAP Finance architect to lead the implementation of the Finance and Control (FICO) module for our organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for configuring, customizing, and deploying the FICO module to support our financial accounting and management accounting processes.

The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SAP Finance, with a strong understanding of end-to-end manufacturing and finance processes, including cost planning and actual costing. This role involves working closely with business stakeholders, IT teams, and implementation partners to design, configure, and support SAP solutions that drive financial transparency and operational efficiency.

Key job responsibilities
* Analyze and document business requirements related to financial accounting and management accounting processes.
* Design and configure the SAP FICO module to meet identified business requirements, including:
* General Ledger Accounting
* Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
* Asset Accounting
* Bank Accounting
* Cost Center Accounting
* Profit Center Accounting
* Product Costing
* Profitability Analysis
* Integration with other SAP modules (e.g., MM, SD, CO)
* Customize and develop SAP FICO solutions, including user exits, ABAP programs, and enhancements, to address gaps between standard SAP functionality and specific business needs.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance teams, auditors, technical consultants, and other functional consultants, to ensure seamless integration and data flow across modules.
* Conduct thorough testing, including unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing, to ensure correct configuration and functionality of the SAP FICO module.
* Develop and execute training plans to train end-users on the configured SAP FICO processes and functionalities.
* Ensure compliance with accounting standards, industry regulations, and internal control requirements.
* Provide post-implementation support, troubleshooting, and maintenance as needed.
* Document configurations, customizations, and best practices for future reference and knowledge transfer.

Basic qualifications

- 5+ years of specific technology domain areas (e.g. software development, cloud computing, systems engineering, infrastructure, security, networking, data & analytics) experience
- 5+ years of IT development or implementation/consulting in the software or Internet industries experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in implementing and configuring the SAP FICO module, with a strong emphasis on financial accounting and management accounting processes.
- Thorough understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and management accounting concepts.
- Strong functional knowledge of SAP FICO and its integration with other SAP modules (e.g., MM, SD, CO).

Preferred qualifications

- Knowledge of SAP systems (like SAP Business Suite, S/4HANA, SAP Business Warehouse, SAP HANA, SAP Business Objects, etc.) and their architecture and infrastructure needs
- Experience in SAP S/4HANA, SAP Cloud Platform, SAP Cloud ERP and Cloud ERP Private
- Experience in SAP clean core design concepts, including design and build using non-SAP technologies in domains such as Generative / Agentic AI, and data & analytics
- Knowledge of U.S. federal and international tax provisions with an understanding of or practical experience with tax laws in other countries
- Experience managing cross-functional projects and initiatives
- Familiarity with accounting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS), industry regulations, and internal control frameworks.
- Experience in implementing SAP FICO in the manufacturing or high-tech industry.
- Knowledge of advanced financial reporting and consolidation processes.
- Experience in project management and leading cross-functional teams.
- Certification in SAP FICO (e.g., SAP Certified Application Associate - Financial Accounting) is preferred.

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, WA, Seattle - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually