Consultant SAP FICO - Enterprise IT

Job description / Role

Consultant SAP FICO - Enterprise IT - Al Futtaim Group - Dubai, UAE

The Consultant – Automotive (SAP) FI CO needs to understand and implement the best Business Processes in a SAP Financial Supply chain by designing appropriate solutions supporting the customers business processes as part of the overall SAP programme. The Consultant – Automotive_SAP FI CO will be responsible for the global solution which includes responsibility for the method and processes used to translate business requirements into a coherent solution considering balancing both the functional needs and data architecture. The candidate will provide an expert level of skills & knowledge in the evaluation, development, testing and delivery of automotive parts related business process developments. The primary solution focus area of the job is SAP Automotive –FI/CO which would require knowledge & experience of various sub modules under Finance and Controlling.

Other responsibilities will include:
- Design and Evolution of the business process design
- Delivery of Programme / Project solutions / Request for Change
- Supporting the SAP solutions
- Business User Coordination

Requirements

- A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in the design, configuration, testing, debugging, delivery and support of SAP supply chain processes, and 2 full SAP project life cycles of significant size, scope and complexity (Required). Candidates with less experience will be considered for suitable positions.
- The candidate should be well versed with the SAP Financials and controlling. The knowledge of SAP BI and BPC will be an advantage.
- Excellent process and solution knowledge required in the Financial Management areas
- A degree in Information Systems or Business Administration related discipline (preferred).
- SAP certification will be a plus
- Knowledge of SAP Solution Manager will be highly regarded.

About the Company

Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.

The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Groups continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.

The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Groups belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility.