Specialist SAP Architect, Accounts Receivable

What you will do

Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role you will help digitally transform Amgen's Finance capabilities via implementation of SAP S/4HANA. As an SAP functional analyst within our global Digital, Technology, and Innovation (DTI) team, this role will help guide the transition from our worldwide ERP instance on SAP ECC to the S/4HANA Intelligent Enterprise. Are you an SAP analyst with deep technical experience in Record to Report processes? Come join a team that is passionate about innovation and making life better with technology!

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Design and configure the SAP S/4HANA core to meet business requirements to implement critical Accounts Receivable (AR) capabilities
• Build S/4HANA AR module according to approved solution architecture; provide oversight for external business partners
• Ensures solutions developed are aligned to enterprise architecture standards, guidelines and principles by leverage common technology platforms and services
• Collaborate with business partners to co-create business value through identification of transformational opportunities such as Continuous Close
• Work independently, function as a knowledge resource for less experienced team members
• Develop innovative solutions that drive speed to value via AI/ML and leading control practices

What we expect of you

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Basic Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree with 1 year of SAP experience OR
• Masters degree and 4 to 6 years of SAP experience OR
• Bachelors degree and 6 to 8 years of SAP experience OR
• Diploma and 10 to 12 years of SAP experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Must-Have Skills:

• Hands-on experience in configuring and integrating all aspects of SAP S/4 Finance solution for global deployments; focus on FSCM Credit Management, Collections Management, Dispute Management, Dunning, Cash Applications, SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area), and Lockbox
• Demonstrated understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and/or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS); ability to clearly communicate key accounting concepts
• Ability to translate business requirements into design options that are cost effective, efficient, re-usable that align with defined architectural principles and standards
• Collaborate with integrated agile product teams to ensure seamless integration between S/4 Finance and other S/4 modules (e.g., SD, MM, PP) and external systems

Good-to-Have Skills:

• Proficiency in S/4 Electronic Bank Statement Management, In House Cash, and Blackline
• Experience working in an agile environment and familiarity with agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
• Experience with various master data elements involved in the AR process and its interdependencies (i.e. Business partners, etc.)

Professional Certifications:

• Relevant SAP S/4HANA Accounts Receivable certification (preferred)

Soft Skills:

• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams
• High degree of initiative and self-motivation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully.
• Team-oriented, with a focus on achieving team goals
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
• Experience partnering with business leaders to drive strategic decisions