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Functional Architect

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Job Summary

As a Functional Architect you will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing S/4 HANA solutions for Accounts Receivables Profitability Analysis Cost Center Accounting Profit Center Accounting and Product Costing. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and compliance with regulatory standards. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to contribute to research and development initiatives while working in a dynamic environment.


Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and implementation of S/4 HANA solutions for Accounts Receivables ensuring efficient financial processes.
  • Oversee the integration of Profitability Analysis within S/4 HANA to enhance business insights and decision-making.
  • Provide expertise in Cost Center Accounting optimizing resource allocation and financial reporting.
  • Collaborate with teams to implement Profit Center Accounting driving strategic financial management.
  • Facilitate the setup of Product Costing in S/4 HANA ensuring accurate cost tracking and analysis.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards in all financial processes and reporting.
  • Work closely with research and development teams to align financial systems with innovative projects.
  • Develop strategies for seamless integration of S/4 HANA modules enhancing overall system performance.
  • Conduct thorough analysis of business requirements to tailor S/4 HANA solutions effectively.
  • Provide training and support to users ensuring smooth adoption of new systems and processes.
  • Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to maintain optimal functionality.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather feedback and continuously improve system capabilities.
  • Drive initiatives that enhance financial transparency and accountability within the organization.

    • Qualifications

  • Possess extensive experience in S/4 HANA Accounts Receivables and Profitability Analysis.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in S/4 HANA Cost Center Accounting and Profit Center Accounting.
  • Have a strong background in S/4 HANA Product Costing ensuring precise financial tracking.
  • Experience in research and development contributing to innovative financial solutions.
  • Expertise in regulatory compliance ensuring adherence to industry standards.
  • Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model balancing remote and on-site tasks.
  • Strong analytical skills to assess and improve financial systems.

    • About Cognizant: 
    Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

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