SAP FICO Analyst / Business Analyst — Newark, DE

Our client is seeking an experienced SAP FICO Analyst / Business Analyst to support the configuration, implementation, optimization, and ongoing maintenance of SAP Finance solutions. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on experience with SAP FICO, working knowledge of SAP FICA, and experience participating in full lifecycle SAP implementations, preferably within an S/4HANA environment.

This individual will work closely with business stakeholders, finance teams, technical resources, and project leadership to gather requirements, improve financial processes, troubleshoot system issues, and ensure SAP solutions align with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and support SAP FICO modules to meet business and financial reporting requirements.

• Provide functional support for SAP FICA (Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable), including troubleshooting, configuration, and process improvements.

• Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, IT, and other business stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business and functional requirements.

• Participate in SAP implementation projects, including requirements gathering, system design, configuration, testing, deployment, and post-go-live support.

• Support SAP S/4HANA Finance functionality and assist with system enhancements, upgrades, and optimization initiatives.

• Analyze existing financial processes and recommend improvements through SAP functionality and automation.

• Troubleshoot and resolve SAP FICO and FICA issues, including configuration, integration, and transactional processing challenges.

• Develop functional specifications and work with technical teams to support system enhancements, integrations, and custom development.

• Coordinate and execute system testing, including unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT).

• Support data migration, validation, and reconciliation activities during SAP implementations and system changes.

• Create and maintain functional documentation, process flows, configuration records, and end-user training materials.

• Provide ongoing production support and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system stability and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• 5–7 years of hands-on SAP FICO configuration and support experience, including financial accounting and controlling processes.

• 1–2 years of experience with SAP FICA, including functional support and configuration.

• At least 1 full lifecycle SAP implementation, preferably involving SAP S/4HANA.

• Working knowledge of SAP S/4HANA Finance, including both FICO and FICA functionality.

• Strong understanding of SAP Finance business processes, including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and financial reporting.

• Experience gathering business requirements, performing gap analysis, and translating business needs into SAP functional solutions.

• Ability to troubleshoot configuration issues, analyze system functionality, and support financial process improvements.

• Experience supporting system testing, documentation, and end-user training.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with functional, technical, and business teams in an enterprise environment.

Work Arrangement

• Hybrid position based out of Newark, DE, Dover, DE, or Yulee, FL.

• Local candidates should expect to work onsite approximately 2 days per week.

• Highly qualified candidates outside the local commuting area may be considered for an alternative arrangement requiring approximately 2 weeks onsite per month.

• Company-paid travel expenses are available for candidates traveling from outside a reasonable commuting distance.