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The opportunity
Assurance Managed Services is committed to providing expert-led annuity services that support our Assurance Advisory practice. Each service consists of multiple solutions designed for specific market needs. Our Solutions Team, comprised of specialists in service, process, data, and technology, collaborates with domain experts to define, design, and construct new managed services that drive business growth. As clients increasingly seek to digitize their operations, it's essential to design these managed services to facilitate client adoption of cutting-edge technologies such as robotics, AI, and machine learning for process enhancement.
We are looking for an experienced Business Architect to join our Solutions Team and expand our service offerings, initially by supporting our Integrated Finance Solution Leader in the industrialization of our SAP-based Integrated Finance solution. The Architect will play a key role in nurturing a capability-based approach to deliver high-quality, flexible, and repeatable managed services across our portfolio.
Your key responsibilities
- Lead the development of business architecture for the Integrated Finance solution.
- Collaborate with the Portfolio Solution Lead to create effective linkage among business stakeholders, development, and operations teams, along with other technology-oriented teams.
- Shape and own the vision for our SAP S / 4HANA product configuration, operation, and management in alignment with Solution Owners.
- Act as the voice of the business in discussions with Client Technology, vendors, and technology teams.
- Engage business stakeholders from various Service Lines to influence the design and implementation of our solutions.
- Promote SAP standard processes and increase business awareness of capabilities that enhance the Integrated Finance solution.
- Work with Solution Leaders and Delivery Managers to prioritize the development backlogs.
- Communicate the solutions vision, strategy, release plans, and architecture to all stakeholders.
- Support development teams in validating solutions and process changes.
- Ensure alignment with SAP Public Cloud release cycles.
- Oversee User Acceptance Testing and business sign-off for integrated components of solution releases.
- Assist deal teams in understanding how to leverage our solutions and identify new feature requirements for potential clients.
- Ensure architecture aligns with and benefits from the broader EY ecosystem and our alliance partner agreements.
- Collaborate with domain, data, and IT specialists to ensure new managed services are documented and designed in accordance with our architecture and standards.
- Establish clear configuration-only service options aligned to a fit-to-standard model reflecting client needs.
Skills and attributes for success
The ideal candidate will possess the following abilities :
Effectively communicate and mediate among stakeholders at all levels, managing expectations and discussing risks and complexities.Collaborate with leaders and managers to swiftly resolve issues affecting development.Communicate proficiently with finance professionals using recognized business language.Have strong knowledge of SAP S / 4HANA and related technologies, including SAP Business Technology Platform, Analytics Cloud, and others.Bridge the gap between finance operations and technology teams utilizing SAP knowledge.To qualify for the role, you must have :
A minimum of five years' experience in SAP implementation, particularly within Finance and Accounting capabilities.Knowledge of Forensics and Sustainability domains is an advantage.At least two years in a Business Product Owner, Business Architect, or similar role.Understanding of fit-to-standard methodology and Agile delivery.Experience in change management and training for large ERP systems.Preferred experience in developing or operating managed services.Understanding of technology architecture necessary to ensure alignment with business capabilities.Good grasp of finance operations to communicate knowledgeably in business language.What we look for :
Ability to operate efficiently within a geographically dispersed team.Influence and direct activities across a global network, addressing diverse needs.A strong team player with mentoring skills, advocating for enterprise architecture.Willingness to travel for assignments and meetings with stakeholders.What we offer you
We provide a comprehensive compensation and benefits package rewarding performance and recognizing the value you bring. The base salary for this position ranges based on experience and location. Our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and various paid time-off options. Join us in a hybrid work environment, with expectations for in-person collaboration, and a flexible vacation policy to support your well-being.
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