Momentive Looking for Sr. Analyst – IT Global Finance – SAP FICO / Material Ledger at Bengaluru, Karnataka Full Time

Position Title:
Sr. Analyst – IT Global Finance – SAP FICO / Material Ledger

Position Summary:
This position is responsible for serving as high level SAP FICO expert to lead and perform configuration, architecture and development of SAP and related systems with specific focus on the Finance / Costing (FICO) functionality. The role includes working closely with our global business finance team to evolve the overall finance management strategy for Momentive. In addition, the role will include serving as subject matter expert to junior team members, team members in other SAP/IT functions as well as global business partners in the finance teams.

Job Description:
Company Overview

Based in Waterford, New York, Momentive Performance Materials Inc. (MPM) is a global leader in silicones, quartz and advanced materials, with a 75-year heritage of innovation and being first to market with performance applications that improve everyday life. Our solutions are found in products that touch nearly every facet of modern living and we work closely with some of the biggest brands in B2B and consumer worlds, covering a broad range of markets – from aerospace and automotive, to building and construction, personal care, and electronics.

Position Summary:
This position is responsible for serving as high level SAP FICO expert to lead and perform configuration, architecture and development of SAP and related systems with specific focus on the Finance / Costing (FICO) functionality. The role includes working closely with our global business finance team to evolve the overall finance management strategy for Momentive. In addition, the role will include serving as subject matter expert to junior team members, team members in other SAP/IT functions as well as global business partners in the finance teams.

Key Tasks and Deliverables:
Perform requirements gathering, analysis, design and lead the eventual build of projects and enhancements, including technical specifications for all FICO configuration, custom coding / ABAP and interfaces to/from the FICO modules.

Serve as a project manager on one or more small to large projects executing SAP FICO requirements but have the ability to manage projects that also include other SAP / non SAP functional areas.

Assist, participate, identify and/or perform configuration activities within the SAP ERP FI/CO module including Material Ledger, Product costing (PCC), General Ledger, Cost Center Accounting (CCA), Profit Center Accounting (PCA), Profitability Analysis, Asset Accounting, and Project Systems/Investment management.

Serve as mentor and internal consultant on aspects related to SAP FICO to both junior team members as well as partnering with key business finance team members to continue to evolve operations related to IT Finance.

Respond to production application and systems problems and drive or support the analysis and remediation efforts. This includes being on call and support off-hours and holidays.

Collaborate directly with global team on support, projects, and develop recommendations to best address issues.

Address queries and issues from users in the same time zone, support during US Business hours.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business, Math, Engineering or related field or equivalent is required.

6+ years of direct technical experience with SAP FICO modules including configuration, customization and operation of related transactions.

Strong technical and hands-on experience implementing and supporting SAP Material Ledger and Product Costing

Good experience in fixed asset accounting, profitability analysis (CO-PA), and profit center accounting.

General experience in implementing and supporting the integration between SAP modules FI-SD, FI-MM and FI-PP and intercompany accounting

Experience managing, implementing and integrating non-SAP finance applications into and with SAP

Strong English Communication Skills (verbal and written)

Strong awareness with full-life cycle (SDLC) development and formal change management methodologies.

Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment, effectively interacting with others.

Experience in off/on shore model as well as working with virtual teams and global IT and business team members.

Conceptual and analytical thinker – ability to extract, analyze and document complex business and technical requirements/strategies from customers and IT team members.

Preferred Qualifications:
Finance or Accounting Background

Implementation / Support experience in AP, AR, GL, CCA

Working knowledge of other SAP ECC 6.0 Modules (MM, PP , SD/LE, QM, PM)

Experience Manufacturing or business experience with a solid understanding of business operations /processes

Experience with international or global SAP deployments

SAP Hana (S4 Finance) implementation experience

Implementation / Support experience in Bank Interfaces (Incoming & Outgoing files)

Experience in all core SAP applications and tools including SAP Smart forms, ALE (Application Link Enabling), IDOC (Intermediate Document), Remote Function Calls, BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface), ABAP (Object Oriented ABAP), ALV, Web Dynpro, LSMW conversions

Additional Details:
Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business and contributes to a sustainable world. Our leadership recognizes the many benefits that result from a more diverse workforce where individual and group differences are valued. We are firmly committed to improving our practices in meaningful ways to drive progress toward an equitable and inclusive environment for all, with an ultimate goal of a working environment where diversity, inclusion and belonging are deeply embedded in the fabric of our culture and felt by our people and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any characteristic protected by law. To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. Additionally, where permitted by law, final candidates may be subject to a background investigation, medical fitness test and drug test depending on the role and the location of the position.

We cooperate with carefully selected external vendors supporting us on specific employment opportunities. Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time. Please do not contact any of our employees by phone, email or otherwise about this position. Please note that Momentive will not be obligated to pay any cost or fee for candidate resumes that are submitted without the existence of a valid written and signed search firm agreement.