SAP Finance Technology Director
SAP Finance Technology Director
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Your Team Responsibilities
MSCI Inc. seeks a dynamic SAP Finance Technology Director. This role will be part of the Business Technology department and will lead the Finance Tech team located in India (Mumbai or Pune) working closely with finance and business stakeholders to ensure the systems that support MSCIs order-to-cash record-to-report revenue recognition procure-to-pay and FP&A operate seamlessly and efficiently.
As the SAP Finance Technology Director you will be responsible for driving global projects for the implementation enhancement and maintenance of both finance systems and finance processes to automate and streamline operations. This includes working with SAP modules like ECC BPC and GRC while ensuring integration with other financial and reporting tools like RevStream Vertex Concur or Board as well as other core solutions like Salesforce or Workday.
You will collaborate across regions and departments to ensure that technology solutions meet business needs and regulatory requirements driving continuous improvements while ensuring compliance with SOX controls and audit requirements.
The SAP Finance Technology Director will manage a team of direct reports and contractors to support the overall operations of both Financial Systems and Financial Processes.
Your Key Responsibilities
As a Finance Technology Lead you will be responsible for:
Finance Systems Management: Operate maintain and improve the systems that support order-to-cash record-to-report revenue recognition procure-to-pay and FP&A processes.
System Enhancements: Lead the identification development and implementation of system enhancements that automate and improve the accuracy and efficiency of finance operations.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with Business (finance sales sales operations product client services etc.) and IT teams to translate functional requirements into technical solutions. Ensure smooth integration of financial systems with other financial and operational platforms.
Project Management: Oversee projects related to system upgrades like a migration to SAP S/4HANA new functionality deployments and process automation initiatives. Ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Compliance and Audit Support: Ensure that the systems supporting revenue processes are compliant with internal controls and regulatory requirements including SOX cycles Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and audit protocols.
Training and Support: Provide technical guidance and training to finance and IT teams on the systems and processes supporting Revenue Recognition. Act as the go-to expert for system-related inquiries and troubleshooting.
Stakeholder Communication: Communicate system updates enhancements and issues to senior IT leadership and key stakeholders within the finance and business departments.
Your skills and experience that will help you excel
Technical Expertise in ERP Systems: Extensive experience with SAP systems (e.g. ECC BPC GRC). Experience in integrating with complementary business applications such as Salesforce Concur Vertex or Workiva is helpful.
Business Process Knowledge: Familiarity with finance processes: order-to-cash record-to-report procure-to-pay revenue recognition and FP&A.
Project Management: Proven experience in managing global large-scale IT projects particularly those involving financial systems implementation or upgrades.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Ability to effectively collaborate with finance business and IT teams to deliver technology solutions that meet business requirements.
Systems Integration: Strong understanding of systems integration principles particularly as they relate to financial reporting and revenue management systems.
Compliance and Security: Knowledge of SOX compliance internal controls and system security requirements as they pertain to financial systems.
Problem-solving Skills: Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex system issues and provide efficient solutions.
Leadership and Team Development: Experience managing a team of IT professionals providing leadership coaching and guidance in system support and project execution.
Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications: Masters in Technology-related or Finance-related domain
Preferred Experience: 10-15 years of strong operational experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
About MSCI
What we offer you
- Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits tailored to your location ensuring your financial security health and overall wellbeing.
- Flexible working arrangements advanced technology and collaborative workspaces.
- A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.
- A global network of talented colleagues who inspire support and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.
- Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey followed by access to our platform LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.
- Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges internal mobility and expanded roles.
- We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities Asian Support Network Black Leadership Network Climate Action Network Hola! MSCI Pride & Allies Women in Tech and Womens Leadership Forum.
At MSCI we are passionate about what we do and we are inspired by our purpose to power better investment decisions. Youll be part of an industry-leading network of creative curious and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself our clients and our industry.
MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research data and technology we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.
MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race color religion creed age sex gender gender identity sexual orientation national origin citizenship disability marital and civil partnership/union status pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave) veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process please email and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
