Sr Software Engineer I - SAP S/4HANA Financial Lead

Job Summary:

Performs lead role in defining the requirements and developing solutions for technology system architectures necessary to meet CSX business needs; Directs and coordinates complex systems integration, and infrastructure; serves as technical expert for multi-platform systems and multiple technologies, concentrating on the SAP S/4HANA and supporting application/operations teams.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities:

• SAP Financial Module Management: Manage and oversee the SAP Financial modules, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Accounting, Controlling, Treasury, etc.
• Requirement Gathering and Analysis: Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements, analyze business processes, and translate them into SAP solutions.
• Implementation and Configuration: Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of SAP Financial solutions based on business needs and best practices.
• Testing and Quality Assurance: Develop test plans, conduct system testing, and ensure the quality and accuracy of SAP Financial configurations.
• User Training and Support: Provide training to end-users on SAP Financial functionalities and support them in using the system effectively.
• Documentation: Create and maintain documentation related to SAP Financial processes, configurations, and user guides.
• Integration and Upgrades: Collaborate with other teams to ensure seamless integration of SAP Financial modules with other systems and manage upgrades or enhancements.
• Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution: Address and resolve issues, perform root cause analysis, and provide ongoing support for SAP Financial systems.
• Solution Design: Develop and recommend SAP Financial solutions that align with industry best practices and meet business requirements.
• Compliance and Best Practices: Ensure adherence to financial regulations, compliance standards, and SAP best practices in the implementation and maintenance of SAP Financial systems.
• Evaluation/Impact/guidance on operations initiatives such as database, network, server, citrix, storage re. applications portfolio, and supporting technology stack and environment.
• Ensures consistency of architectural principles, strategies and standards. Fulfills role in governance and maintenance of architectural strategies.
• Leads the architectural design and integration of application/tech operations environment changes, with a strong focus on reliability, stability, performance, capacity, and security.
• Develops the company's technology strategies (in support of business strategy) and implementation strategies for new technologies.
• Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree required
• 7 or more years of experience required in Information Systems/Technology

Equivalent Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma/GED or Associates degree required
• 10 or more years of experience required in Information Systems/Technology

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to meeting the above qualifications, any of the following are preferred:

• SAP Expertise: In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with SAP Financial modules such as SAP FI (Financial Accounting), SAP CO (Controlling), SAP FSCM (Financial Supply Chain Management), SAP S/4HANA Finance, etc.
• Financial Domain Knowledge: Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial processes, and business operations. Experience in financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and analysis.
• Configuration and Implementation: Proficiency in configuring SAP Financial modules according to business requirements. Experience in implementing SAP solutions, performing system upgrades, and providing post-implementation support.
• Leadership Skills: Ability to lead a team of functional consultants, guide them in project tasks, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Requirement Gathering and Analysis: Gather business requirements, translate them into functional specifications, and work closely with stakeholders to ensure alignment between business needs and SAP solutions.
• Project Management: Experience in managing SAP implementation projects, including planning, resource allocation, risk management, and meeting project timelines.
• Troubleshooting and Support: Ability to diagnose and resolve issues related to SAP Financial modules, provide user support, and conduct system testing and validation.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with stakeholders, present proposals, conduct training sessions, and create documentation.
• Continuous Learning: Keeping up-to-date with the latest SAP technologies, trends, and best practices in the financial domain to provide innovative solutions and recommendations.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications in SAP Financial modules can be beneficial, such as SAP Certified Application Associate - Financial Accounting (SAP FI) or SAP Certified Application Associate - Management Accounting (SAP CO).

Knowledge and Skills:

• Railroad industry knowledge
• Overall applications/technology tack health and oversight
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of process mapping
• Written and oral communication skills including interaction with business partners, vendors, and technical staff
• Knowledge of networking concepts and communication protocols
• Knowledge of architecture concepts and frameworks
• Knowledge of systems integration
• Knowledge of appropriate security design and implementation

Competencies:

The CSX Competency Framework is the foundation of our Talent Strategy and is what drives CSX performance. CSX accordingly selects and develops talent based on each of the following competencies: analyze issues and make effective decisions, advance the business, engage, coach, and build a diverse workforce, build partnerships, improve service quality and processes, execute effectively, demonstrate personal leadership, and demonstrate functional and technical agility.

Job Requirements:

• Work hours vary in length and schedule. Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek.
• 5% travel required.
• May be required to travel to Business Continuity site in support of real or test Disaster Recovery exercises.
• The applicant selected for this position may be required to successfully complete a background check and drug test. Passing results must be received prior to start date in new position.

Environmental Conditions:

• Work inside an office environment.