MKS - Principal Business Systems Analyst - SAP Finance

Principal Business Systems Analyst - SAP Finance Description: A Day in Your Life at MKS: As a Principal Business Systems Analyst at MKS, you will have deep knowledge of SAP Finance (FI) and Controlling (CO) modules, strong functional and technical understanding, and proven experience in end-to-end implementations, rollouts, and support projects. Basic understanding of SAP Project System (PS) is also required, as cross-functional collaboration with PS-related processes is expected in this role. This position is on-site and must be within drivable distance to our location in Gurgaon or Bangalore, India. You Will Make an Impact By: - Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of SAP FICO solutions across global and regional projects. - Execute configuration and support activities across SAP FI components, including: General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Bank Configuration, Payment File Setup, Bank Communication Protocols (e.g., EBICS, SWIFT), Treasury, Tax, and Audit Processes. Execute SAP CO configuration and support in: - Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, Internal Orders, Product Cost Planning & Controlling, COPA - Ensure proper integration and provide support for finance-related aspects of SAP Project System (PS), particularly in cost flow and settlement processes. - Work closely with business stakeholders and Business Relationship Managers to gather requirements and align SAP solutions with business goals. - Manage a large backlog of SAP FICO enhancements, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes. - Support and integrate with third-party applications including Kofax, Coupa, HFM, tax engines, and middleware platforms. - Oversee and contribute to SAP-related projects from initiation through closure, ensuring alignment with timelines and budgets. - Collaborate with IT teams and business users for testing, documentation, and user training. Skills You Bring: - Strong expertise of minimum 9+ years in SAP FICO best practices and configuration. - Basic understanding of SAP Project System (PS) with a focus on financial integration and cost settlement. - Solid understanding of SAP cross-module integration (MM, SD, PP, PS etc). - Experience preparing detailed functional specifications, test scripts, and training documentation. - Proficient in data migration using LSMW, and comfortable analyzing SAP data using Microsoft Excel. - Familiarity with ABAP concepts and the ability to work effectively with technical teams. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams. - Project management experience is a plus. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: - Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time - Regularly requires good manual dexterity and coordination - Ability to remain in a stationary position for 90% of the time - Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand - Must be able to exchange accurate information - Operates in a professional office environment - Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery - Ability to observe documents and details at close range (within a few feet of the observer) - Noise level in the work environment is usually average In addition to the above responsibilities, the following are considered material job duties of the position: - Ability to take and follow directions and instructions. - Ability to interact with other employees, customers, suppliers, vendors, or the public, in a safe, professional, and respectful manner. - Access to sensitive and confidential business systems and software, personally identifying information, the companys financial information, and/or the ability to maintain physical security and safety. - Because this position involves the above material job duties, trustworthiness, reliability, and good judgment also are material job duties