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SAP FI-CO Architect / Central Key User

SAP FI-CO Architect / Central Key User

ContinentalTimișoara, TM, RO
10 days ago
Job description

Job Description

The SAP FI-CO Architect / Central Key User is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing SAP Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) solutions. This role bridges business and IT, ensuring that SAP systems align with financial processes, compliance requirements, and strategic goals. The Central Key User also acts as a liaison between end users and the SAP support team, ensuring smooth operations and continuous improvement.

Architecture & Design

  • Design and implement SAP FI / CO architecture for S / 4HANA, ECC, and hybrid environments
  • Define and maintain the chart of accounts, financial data models, and integration with other SAP and non-SAP systems
  • Lead the implementation of Central Finance (CFin), Group Reporting, and Treasury Management solutions

Process Optimization

  • Analyze and improve finance processes including AP, AR, GL, AA, CO, and COPA
  • Support digital transformation initiatives using SAP Fiori, BTP, RPA, and embedded analytics
  • Ensure compliance with IFRS, GAAP, and local tax regulations

    • Project Leadership

  • Lead SAP finance projects (greenfield, brownfield, or hybrid)
  • Manage data migration, master data governance (MDG), and financial consolidations
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams and external vendors

    • Central Key User Duties

  • Act as the primary contact for finance-related SAP issues and enhancements
  • Conduct training sessions and workshops for end users
  • Document business processes, test cases, and system configurations
  • Provide first-level support and escalate issues to SAP support when necessary

    • Qualifications

    Technical Skills

  • Deep knowledge of SAP FI (GL, AP, AR, AA) and CO (CCA, PCA, COPA, Internal Orders)
  • Experience with Central Finance, Treasury, and Group Reporting
  • Familiarity with SAP integration (MM, HR, SD, PP), SAP BTP, Fiori, and GRC
  • Proficiency in financial data modeling and reporting

    • Soft Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management
  • Leadership and mentoring capabilities
  • Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams

    • Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, IT, or related field
  • SAP certifications in FI / CO or S / 4HANA Finance preferred
  • 4–16+ years of SAP experience, with at least 3 years in an architect or key user role
  • Experience in full-cycle SAP implementations and support projects

    • Additional Information

    What we offer :

  • The 13th salary –  Paid once a year, in December;
  • Hybrid schedule  – Work-life balance is important, so we offer a flexible schedule. Please agree on this with your superior;
  • Private Health Insurance  – Health is the most important, so we offer you a medical subscription through Signal Iduna;
  • Referral bonuses -  We encourage colleagues to refer new candidates to us and, at the same time, to get the chance to receive a bonus;
  • Bookster –  Feed your body and your mind. You can borrow books and you’ll receive them at the office;
  • Sports benefits - It’s important to stay active, so we offer you the 7Card;
  • Discounts at our partners –  We collaborate with different vendors, and we receive discounts for various products / services like rubbers, restaurants, kindergartens, etc;
  • System for Rewarding Improvement Ideas –  We have an internal improvement program (Continental Idea Management) that allows you to come up with ideas and to be honored with an attractive bonus (this is established by the CIM team according to your improvement idea);
  • Happy days –  If you or your child is getting married, or you become a parent, you receive some extra free days;
  • Life events celebration  - If your family is growing, we praise your newborn with a bonus;
  • Unfortunate events  - In case of unhappy events in your life, we support you by offering you free days and financial support (handled on a case-by-case basis);
  • Extra vacation days  – You begin with 22 vacation days / year, and starting with the 3rd year with us, we offer you 1 more day of vacation and, afterward from 2 to 2 years you’ll get one more extra day (the maximum you can achieve is 27);
  • Professional development  - Many opportunities to develop yourself within the company;
  • Diversity and multicultural mindset  - We encourage you to join us no matter who, where, or what you are. We have colleagues from different nations and various languages are spoken in our company.
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