Analyst SAP FI-CO Business

Sloan is the world’s leading manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems and has been in operation since 1906. We are at the forefront of the green building movement and provide sustainable restroom solutions.

We manufacture water-efficient products including flush valves, electronic faucets, soap dispensing and sink systems along with vitreous china fixtures for commercial, industrial and institutional markets worldwide.

We have an immediate need for an SAP FICO Business Analyst based out of our Franklin Park or downtown Chicago locations.

The SAP FICO Business Analyst is the Face of IT to the Finance department, driving the business value of IT & managing strategic business demand.

This IT professional also provides leadership and support for the ongoing development and improvement of best in class financial business processes and leverages new and existing system and tools to enable those processes.

This role Interacts directly with Business Stakeholders, IT Management, and technical staff to identify requirements, develop business cases and lead / implement projects or enhancements to financial business systems and processes.

May supervise consultants and contractors.

Responsibilities :

• Candidate needs a strong accounting background with experience and education in general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, balance sheets, P&L statements, and costing.
• Configures systems such as SAP to ensure the system meets the needs of the user and the overarching business process. Ensures transaction appropriateness and integrity while also ensuring the appropriateness of access security.
• Documents as-is business processes via flow charts and similar tools. Ensures that documentation of all work done is sufficient to ensure efficient business continuance should personal changes occur.
• Assesses business needs resulting from as-is business process analysis and how improved business processes, support systems, and technology can improve them.
• Constantly works with users to continuously improve or reengineer business processes for competitive advantage. Develops a business case defining the needs, costs, return-on-investment, and measurements for business and technology change.
• Serves as a focal point and primary liaison with the CIO on all the business systems strategies and tasks planned and coordinated by the Information Technology Department.
• Provide supporting end user instructions as new processes or features are deployed to the end users.
• Develops security profiles and authorizations. Ensure that what is authorized by one manager does not compromise security for others.
• Essentially, provides a process view of the system and security. Works with Power Users to ensure security developed and deployed meets user needs.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required.

Requirements :

• Bachelor's Degree in related field.
• 4+ years' experience with SAP ECC or S / 4 Hana working in area of financials or controlling.
• 4+ years accounting experience in GL, AP, AR, balance sheet, P&L and costing (experience can offset SAP configuration experience as long as candidate is willing to learn SAP FICO configuration).
• Actively identifies problems and opportunities for change and implements solutions where appropriate.
• Actively listens to others and objectively considers others’ ideas and opinions, even when they conflict with one’s own.
• Critical thinking and analytical proficiency.
• Enjoys working in a team environment.
• General experience working with SAP ERP Business System.
• Proficient level experience working with SAP ERP Business System.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Master's Degree in a related field.
• 1+ years’ experience working with Vistex, sales or use tax applications, India GST, or credit cards.
• 2+ years’ experience configuring SAP ECC or S / 4 Hana in area of financials or controlling.
• User must be open to learning SAP FICO configuration and incorporating into the job role.
• Able to plan, organize, and schedule individual and group work assignments.
• Advanced level experience working with enterprise reporting tools.
• Advanced level experience working with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience working with Excel formulas and tables.
• Flexible and adaptive to changing business needs.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including :

• A choice of Medical (with Health Savings Account), Dental, Vision, Rx Insurance for employees and their eligible dependents
• Company paid Basic Life and AD & D Insurance, Basic Accident Insurance, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and Well-being Programs.
• Paid time off, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Vacation time, Paid Sick time, Paid Military Leave, and Paid Volunteer time away from work.
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Parking and Transit Accounts, and Tuition Reimbursement benefits.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match.
• Employee Service Anniversary Awards and Employee Recognition Programs

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) :

• YOU Belong at Sloan!
• We are intentional in building an inclusive culture that embraces different voices, ideas, and backgrounds. We commit to continuing this ever-growing journey with and for our employees, customers, partners, and community.

We are better together when we can be ourselves.