Functional Business Analyst -(SAP S/4Hana Implementation)

Role: Functional Business Analyst -(SAP S/4Hana Implementation) Location: NYC NY/ Remote Job Type: Contract A+E Global Networks is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Functional Business Analyst to join our enterprise-wide SAP S/4HANA transformation initiative. This role requires a strong foundation in finance operations (e.g., Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable), SAP FICO, and related business processes. The successful candidate will play a key role in bridging the gap between business users and IT, ensuring our transformation aligns with strategic financial goals and operational efficiency. Responsibilities: • Act as a functional SME for finance business processes, particularly in AP/AR, GL, Asset Accounting, and Cost/Profit Center Accounting. • Lead workshops, interviews, and process walkthroughs with Finance, Accounting, and other key stakeholders. • Analyze and document current-state business processes and identify opportunities for optimization and standardization in the SAP S/4HANA ecosystem. • Translate business requirements into clear, actionable functional specifications and user stories aligned with SAP FICO and SAC. • Drive the transition from BPC ECC to SAP S/4HANA, ensuring business continuity and improvement in finance and reporting functions. • Support the design and integration of SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) for enhanced data visualization, financial planning, and analytics. • Facilitate functional testing (integration and UAT), validate end-to-end processes, and ensure business needs are met. • Provide post-go-live support, including training and knowledge transfer to end-users. • Collaborate closely with technical teams to troubleshoot issues and ensure optimal system performance and usability. • Ensure that SAP S/4HANA solutions are aligned with the company’s finance strategy and long-term operational goals. • Contribute to project management activities including scope, timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder communications. Qualifications: • 8+ years of Business Analysis experience with a focus on finance business functions. • Strong domain expertise in core finance operations (e.g., Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Controlling, Fixed Assets, etc.). • At least 3 years of hands-on experience with SAP Finance modules (FICO) and exposure to SAP S/4HANA implementations or migrations. • Familiarity with SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) is a plus. • Proven experience documenting business requirements, writing BRDs, creating process flows, and managing functional testing efforts. • Skilled in conducting stakeholder interviews and facilitating alignment between business and IT. • Experience in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery models. • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to explain complex finance processes to both technical and non-technical audiences. Remote About the Company: Lorven Technologies Apply tot his job Apply To this Job