Senior Analyst, SAP Finance & Controlling

Company Overview

Grounded by a history that is deeply rooted in innovation, Hexion is a global employer committed to building and protecting the future by producing innovative performance materials.  Our materials are the building blocks for critical industries, including construction, agriculture, energy, automotive, and infrastructure protection. Everywhere you look, you will find our materials and people at work to help customers make products that are stronger, safer, and cleaner. When you work for Hexion, you’ll join a team that is committed to operating safely and with integrity to build a more sustainable future for all, our associates, our customers, and the communities where we live and work.  

Position Overview

Senior Analyst, SAP Finance & Controlling is a business facing IT associate that enables IT to be more proactive, responsive, and strategic service provider. The mission of the role is to optimize the business value delivered by the IT organization, orchestrate business solutions, and foster digital transformation in the areas of ​FICO​. The Senior Analyst, SAP Finance & Controlling will be responsible for the design, implementation, and ongoing support of key Finance & Controlling processes in Hexion’s SAP environment in close collaboration with business counterparts.  

• Possess a strong combination of analytical and technical skills and will work in a team role across SAP ERP and integrated solutions within Hexion. 
• Possess a strong understanding of capabilities and limitations of standard SAP FI/CO functionalities and be accountable for configuration activities within SAP ERP FI/CO & 3rd party Finance applications. 
• Identify opportunities to innovate, leverage new technologies for business solutions & design new solutions independently. 
• Analyze and explore business cases optimizing the value of proposed solutions. 
• Execute projects and enhancements as agreed with the business partners. 
• Influence decisions about services: internal business resources, IT organization, shared services, and broker relationships with external providers 
• Bring risks to the attention of leaders in business terms; advise on mitigation options 
• Detail-oriented, organized, with the ability to work well under time pressure in a fast-paced environment 
• Can handle multiple tasks with minimum supervision. 

Job Responsibilities

Hands-on Technical Responsibilities 

• Facilitate the implementation and support of SAP ECC (Classic GL) & S/4 ​FICO​ to enhance business functionality and overall performance, while maintaining a high degree of customer satisfaction. 
• Collaborate with business stakeholders in requirement gathering, design, development, integration, testing and deliver of SAP FI/CO solutions. 
• Accountable for the following areas within SAP: ECC FI/CO module including General Ledger, Cost Center Accounting (CCA), Profit Center Accounting (PCA), Profitability Analysis, Project System/Internal Orders and Asset Accounting, Accounts Payable, SAP Banking, Accounts Receivables & S/4 Group Reporting, Integration points between FI, MM, SD and COPA. 
• Provide day-to-day support to business teams on existing Hexion SAP FI/CO functionalities, Troubleshoot and resolve system related issues by making necessary system configuration changes. 
• Integrations to/from SAP to 3rd party Finance applications such as Concur, Blackline, Banks etc. 
• Creating RICEF Functional/Technical Specification documents. 
• Reconciliation processes using Excel. 
• Leading SAP ​FICO​ support and project implementations across multiple geographic regions and teams. 
• Responsible for design, configuration and testing of SAP business solutions & 3rd party solutions that interface with SAP FICO modules.  
• Analyze the current business processes and scenarios and recommend/develop solutions to meet the needs of the business. 
• Work with ABAP team to ensure programs and interfaces are developed in line with functional specifications. 
• Possess knowledge and experience in project system/internal orders. 
• S/4 HANA experience a plus. 
   

Competencies

Future Focused 

Thinks from the Future 

• Makes fact-based decisions – is not swayed by contrary opinions or perceptions 
• Is continually curious and open to new ideas 
• Enables an environment that embraces creativity and innovation 

Trust & Teamwork 

Listens First 

• Takes the time to listen for understanding and asks questions to clarify 
• Uses communication skills that enhance teamwork (listens, is open, is honest, timely, and direct) 
• Encourages others to listen using active listening skills 

Talks Straight 

• Communicates directly, honestly, respectfully and in a timely manner to resolve conflict 
• Uses simple language that is clear and to the point 
• Is able to clearly define reality, even if it is controversial 

Aligns 

• Practices accountability and collaboration to move the conversation forward 
• Openly shares information 

Demonstrates Boundaryless Behavior 

• Actively participates and openly shares with others – is transparent 
• Works well with other departments, functions, regions and cultures 
• Open to learning from others and values views different from own views 

Transformational Leadership 

Works with Velocity 

• Prioritizes workload; focuses on completion and is organized 
• Anticipates next steps and works towards them 

Achieves Business Results 

Focuses on the Customer 

• Promotes a customer-focused culture and continuously strives to deliver value to the customer 
• Works with customers (internal and external) to understand and meet their needs 

Commits 

• Keeps a promise, trust or pledge to do something now or in the future 
• Actions and behaviors align with the goals of the organization 
• Is fully engaged 

Demonstrates Agility 

• Makes smart decisions quickly 
• Receives feedback and adjust behavior 
• Effectively works and communicates in a matrix environment 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Information Technology, MBA, Business Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and eight (10) years of post-baccalaureate, progressive experience as an SAP Analyst, Business Systems Analyst, or IT related role 
• 8+ years of experience with SAP ECC and/or S/4 HANA including expert knowledge in FI/CO area. 
• Leading SAP ​FICO​ support and project implementations across multiple geographic regions and teams. 
• Experience working for or implementing SAP solutions for a Global/Multinational company. 
• Strong analytical skills for complex problem solving & ability to articulate technical topics to non-technical audiences. 
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills. 
• Ability to effectively work and communicate within a matrix environment. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook 
• Excellent interpersonal skills with strong written and oral communication skills 

Other

We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law.

In order to be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment through our career site, be at least 18 years of age, willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process, as well as additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies.

Candidates are required to have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

If currently an employee of the Company, you must have current satisfactory work performance and in most cases, have been in your current role for 18 months.

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