Specialist: SAP Functional

Wanted

Job Purpose

To support clients with high complexity requirement analysis and systems configuration, implementation, and support of respective SAP modules. This role uses consulting skills, business knowledge, and SAP solution experience to effectively integrate SAP technology into the clients business environment in order to achieve client expected business results.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in IT, Finance or similar AND 5-7 years' experience in SAP Functional Financial Accounting and Management Accounting (FICO), of which 2-3 years is at a functional specialist level.

ALTERNATIVE #

Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND Relevant IT Qualification (s) / Certification (s), AND at least 10 years’ experience in SAP Functional Financial Accounting and Management Accounting (FICO), of which 2-3 years is at a functional specialist level.

Minimum Functional Requirements

• Applicable degree or equivalent NQF 7: Information Tech, Computer Science, B-Com, Finance, Management, Engineering or related. 


• At least 5 years SAP experience and knowledge of key integration points between SAP modules, of which minimum of 2 years is at functional specialist level.


• SAP FICO analysis, design configuration experience.


• Experience and knowledge of key integration points between SAP modules.


• SAP FICO functional training or certification.


• SAP Financial Accounting and Management Accounting Configuration Skills

Added Advantage

• Experience in S4HANA


• Experience in SAP Flexible Real Estate Management

Job Outputs:

Process

• Perform high complex tasks during the implementation and support of various SAP modules to enhance the business functionality and overall performance, while maintaining customer satisfaction.


• Carry out high complex assignments requiring the development of new or improved procedure.


• Analyse requirements, perform configuration enhancements, and testing in various SAP Modules such as Finance, Human Resources, Procurement, Revenue Management, Governance, Application Lifecycle Management, cloud solutions, etc.


• Analyse the current business processes and scenarios of the client and recommend/develop solutions to meet the client's need.


• Support the successful implementation of SAP applications, providing development expertise, presentation, and advise on SAP products to clients.


• Perform in-depth analysis of the current business processes and scenarios of the client then recommend or configure solutions to meet the client's needs according to industry best practices.


• Acts as liaison with client for troubleshooting: investigate, analyse, and solve SAP related application problems and map client business requirements, processes and objectives and develop necessary product modifications to satisfy clients' needs.


• Incident Resolution for severity 2 and 3 issues and assist with Business escalations for issues raised.


• Be observant and engage on possible violations of procedures and standards of conduct and escalate where necessary.


• Execute specialist input through investigation and opportunities within the product process including risk concern.


• Maintain a thorough knowledge of the organisation and adhere to all organisational standards.


• Take accountability for delivery of contracted work outputs within agreed parameters, quality standard and client service targets.


• Apply practical and applied knowledge and act authoritatively on methods, systems and procedures to identify trends and potential risks. (I)


• Communication of situational interpretation and judgement of work outputs and queries in area of specialisation. (I)


• Correctly apply policies, practices, standards, procedures and legislation in the delivery of work outputs. (I)


• Draw on own knowledge and experience to diagnose symptoms, causes and possible effects in order to solve emerging problems. (I)


• Initiate process and procedural change, implement the change and provide guidelines and support related to new requirements as a result of the change. (I)


• Plan for value-added process improvements, initiatives and services to deliver on operational strategy and objectives. (I)


• Provide specialist input through the investigation of opportunities for operational and process, product and risk optimisation. (I)

Governance

• Ensure that completed work adhere to relevant policies, procedures, governance and legislative requirements and report on deviations and discrepancies.


• Implement and provide input into the development of governance, compliance, integrity and ethics processes within area of specialisation. (I)

People

• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives. (I)


• Search for, integrate and share new knowledge attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job. (I)


• Provide guidance and leadership to junior resource within area of work/expertise.

Finance

• Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure cost effectiveness and reduction of financial costs.

Client

• Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.

• Ensure own understanding and adherence to customer service delivery and provide specialist support to meet or exceed customer expectations.

Behavioural competencies

Technical competencies

• Functional Policies and Procedures


• Efficiency improvement


• Reporting


• Data Collection and Analysis


• IT Knowledge


•  IT Strategy and Planning


• System Thinking


• Problem Analysis and Judgement


• Business Knowledge  


• Business IT Systems

Compliance Competency

Employment Equity

The Employment Equity policy of SARS will be considered as part of the recruitment and selection process and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an oath of secrecy, pre-employment screening, case study, pre-assessment, psychometric assessment and or vetting, and a declaration of private interest. The appointment is also subject to appropriate reference(s) and security clearance where applicable.