Staff SAP Specialist

About this role

ABOUT US

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world.

The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone.

ROLE SUMMARY

As a Staff SAP FICO Business Analyst, you will lead the optimization of SAP S/4HANA Finance solutions. You will serve as a subject matter expert for the FICO/R2R workstream, guiding global clients through complex finance transformations. You will be responsible for bridging the gap between business requirements and technical system configuration to deliver scalable, high-quality financial solutions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Solution Design & Configuration

- Lead the design and configuration of core SAP FI/CO modules, including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Asset Accounting (AA), and Bank Accounting.

- Architect the Controlling (CO) landscape, including Cost Center Accounting (CCA), Profit Center Accounting (PCA), Internal Orders, and Profitability Analysis (CO-PA/Margin Analysis).

- Deep-dive into S/4HANA specific innovations like the Universal Journal (ACDOCA), Parallel Ledgers, Document Splitting, and New Asset Accounting.

2. Record-to-Report (R2R) Process Leadership

- Own the end-to-end R2R process, including month-end and year-end closing activities, financial reporting, and consolidations.

- Integrate FICO with other modules (MM, SD, PP, and PS) to ensure seamless data flow for the "Order-to-Cash" and "Procure-to-Pay" cycles.

- Design and implement solutions for Intercompany accounting, Group Reporting, and Foreign Currency Valuation.

3. Transformation

- Advise on best practices for Finance.

- Develop functional specifications and collaborate with ABAP developers for delivery.

- Maintain Master data in all areas

4. Project Delivery

- Lead SIT (System Integration Testing) and UAT (User Acceptance Testing), and manage data migration/cutover strategies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, or a related field. Professional certifications (CPA, ACCA, or MBA Finance) are highly preferred.

- Experience: * Minimum 7–10 years of SAP FICO experience.

- At least 2 full-cycle end-to-end SAP implementations preferably in S/4HANA Public Cloud.

- Strong background in consulting or Big 4 environment.

- Technical Skills: * Expertise in S/4HANA Finance (Public Cloud).

- Hands-on configuration experience in GL, AP, AR, AA, and CO.

- Knowledge of SAP Fiori apps and the "Intelligent Enterprise" concept.

- Soft Skills:

- Excellent English communication (written and verbal) for executive-level presentations.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

- SAP S/4HANA Finance Certification Public Cloud.

- Experience with Group Reporting.

- Knowledge of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM).

- Experience with niche tools like BlackLine (reconciliations) or Onesource (Tax).

- Master data maintenance for all areas.

- Workflow or roles and authorizations experience.

TOTAL REWARDS

We build the exceptional — and we believe the people doing that work should be rewarded accordingly. In addition to a competitive base salary, full-time positions may be is eligible to participate in our annual company performance bonus program.

Payments are discretionary and not guaranteed; actual amounts depend on company results and the terms of the plan in effect, and require active employment at the time of payout. This role is also eligible for equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), subject to board approval and the terms of our equity incentive plans, including applicable vesting requirements.

In addition to our compensation programs, we invest in our people with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellbeing, and financial future for full-time employees — including health coverage, retirement savings, time off, and family planning programs. Offerings vary by country. Learn more about our global benefit programs https://rvtech.mybenefits.life/.

External candidates can apply for this role through the Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies careers site (https://rivianvw.tech/#careers). If you are a current employee, please apply through our internal job board https://app.ashbyhq.com/internal/job-board/b10a9912-eb45-4a84-9a34-84b2a459923a.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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