SAP Finance - Cost Center Accounting - Manager Consultant - Location Open

EY

Olympia, WA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$142,600–$261,500 Per Year

SKILLS

Acceptance Testing, Accounting, Accounting Policies, Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Best Practices, Budget Management, Business Analysis, Business Model, Business Processes, Capital Markets, Chargebacks, Communication Skills, Consulting, Continuous Improvement, Cost Accounting, Cost Control, Cost Reporting, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Data Migration, Data Quality, Develop and Maintain Customers, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Ecosystems, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Control, Financial Management, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Geography, Leadership, Logistics, Management Reporting, Manufacturing, Mentoring, Organizational Development/Management, People Management, Performance Management, Process Improvement, Process Management, Productivity Management, Profit & Loss Analysis, Project Lifecycle, Project/Program Management, Quality Management, Reconciliation, Relationship Management, Requirements Management, Risk Management, SAP, SAP MM, Standards Development, Supply Chain, System Architecture, Systems Administration/Management, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Technical/Engineering Design, Technology Analysis, Testing, Top Sales Rep, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Olympia, WA

POSTED

25 days ago

Location: Anywhere in Country At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. **The opportunity** Our goal is to give clients a unique business perspective on how SAP technology can enhance their operations. By leveraging EY's expertise in SAP, Supply Chain, FICO, BPC, Data & Analytics, Customer Solutions, Technology & Architecture, and SuccessFactors, we assist clients in enhancing performance and increasing productivity. Join our dynamic team as a Technology Business Analyst Manager, where you will bridge the gap between business needs and technical solutions. You'll be instrumental in analyzing business models and processes to capture requirements that translate into technical specifications. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring that the system architecture solutions align with business objectives. **Your key responsibilities** As a Manager in Technology Business Analysis, you will manage and deliver high-quality processes, solutions, or projects with a focus on risk management. Your responsibilities will include continuous process improvement, innovation, and leveraging best practices. You will oversee professional employees or supervise teams to achieve complex technical initiatives. Expect to maintain billable client charging, lead delivery streams, manage projects, and engage with external clients daily. Travel may be required based on client needs. + Lead end-to-end SAP S/4HANA Controlling solution delivery from Explore through Deploy. + Facilitate Fit-to-Standard workshops to define requirements and future-state processes. + Design and implement SAP S/4HANA Controlling (CO) solutions, including Cost Center Accounting (CCA), Profit Center Accounting (PCA), internal orders, Universal Allocations, and period-end close activities. + Leverage the Universal Journal (ACDOCA) to support controlling reporting and analytics. + Configure controlling organizational structures, including controlling areas, cost centers, and profit centers. + Enable allocation cycles, overhead costing, internal chargebacks, and settlements. + Lead planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes within Controlling. + Ensure end-to-end integration with logistics modules (MM, PP, IM, SD, TPM). + Translate business requirements into functional specifications and solution designs. + Lead testing cycles (SIT/UAT) to ensure high-quality, compliant deliverables. + Support data migration, reconciliation, and validation of controlling data. + Drive cutover planning, go-live, and hypercare support. + Provide best-practice guidance, continuous improvement recommendations, and mentor team members. **Skills and attributes for success** To thrive in this role, you'll need a strong foundation in managing processes and solutions with an emphasis on quality and risk management. Your ability to engage in research and apply best practices will be key to driving innovation. + Lead end-to-end delivery of SAP S/4HANA Cost Center Accounting (CCA) solutions across the project lifecycle (Explore through Deploy). + Facilitate Fit-to-Standard workshops to gather business requirements and define target-state processes. + Design, configure, and implement CCA solutions in S/4HANA, including controlling structures (controlling areas, cost centers, hierarchies, and reporting). + Configure and manage Universal Allocation cycles (assessments and distributions). + Enable managerial accounting processes and drive planning, budgeting, and forecasting capabilities. + Perform and support plan vs. actual analysis and cost management reporting. + Integrate CCA with Profitability Analysis (CO-PA / Margin Analysis) and broader Controlling processes. + Leverage Universal Journal (ACDOCA) to deliver real-time reporting and analytics. + Ensure seamless integration with SAP modules (MM, PP, IM, SD). + Translate business requirements into functional designs and system configurations. + Lead SIT/UAT cycles to ensure solution quality and data integrity. + Support data migration, reconciliation, and validation activities for controlling data. + Drive cutover planning, deployment, and post-go-live (hypercare) support. + Provide best practice guidance and identify continuous improvement opportunities. + Mentor team members and contribute to capability development. **To qualify for the role, you must have** + A bachelor's degree in a related field. + Typically, no less than 4 to 6 years of SAP experience with deep expertise in Cost Center Accounting (CCA). + Proven SAP S/4HANA implementation experience, including at least one full lifecycle project. + Hands-on experience with: + Controlling organizational design (controlling areas, cost centers, hierarchies). + Universal Allocation (assessments and distributions). + Managerial accounting, reporting, and cost control. + Plan vs. actual analysis and financial performance management. + Profitability Analysis (CO-PA / Margin Analysis). + Experience leading Explore through Deploy phases of transformation programs. + Strong understanding of end-to-end Controlling processes and cross-module integration. + Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and workshop facilitation skills. + A flexibility and willingness to travel to meet client needs; travel is estimated at 40-60%. **Ideally, you'll also have** + Experience working in a consulting environment, partnering with clients on complex, transformation-focused initiatives. + SAP S/4HANA Finance/Controlling certification. + Experience with large-scale ERP transformations or global program rollouts. + Familiarity with SAP Activate and Agile delivery methodologies. + Industry experience in Manufacturing, Consumer Products, or Industrial sectors. **What we look for** We are seeking top performers who demonstrate a blend of analytical prowess and creative thinking. Ideal candidates will possess a passion for technology and innovation, with a proven track record of translating complex business needs into effective technical solutions. Your ability to communicate effectively, manage relationships, and lead with agility will set you apart. **What we offer you** At EY, we'll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We'll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more . + We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $142,600 to $261,500. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $171,200 to $297,200. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. + Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. + Under our flexible vacation policy, you'll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You'll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. **Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.** EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. For those living in California, please click here for additional information. EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities. **EY | Building a better working world** EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories. EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.? EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY's Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com .

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