Enterprise Architecture Specialist (S4HANA and FICO expert), Enterprise Technology Group (Location : Mumbai)

Designation: Enterprise Architecture Specialist, Enterprise Technology Group ( S/4HANA Enterprise Architect)Reporting: Head - Enterprise Applications, Enterprise Technology GroupLocation: Mumbai (Work from office)POSITION PURPOSE: The primary purpose of the position will be to establish the overall S/4HANA process design, mechanics and protocols to be followed by all application teams; and to design, develop and articulate solutions based on internal stakeholders' strategic business need and technical requirements.POSITION CONTEXT: The primary role for the incumbent will be to act as the principal day-to-day point of contact for all things related to SAP S/4HANA Enterprise Application.POSITION SPECIFICATIONEducation: Bachelor of Engineering/ Master of Engineering/ Chartered AccountantPreferred: Certification in SAP S/4HANAExperience8-12 years' implementation experience in the SAP with at least 2 S/4HANA greenfield implementation experienceExperience in SAP FICO implementation across multiple company codes and industry verticalsExperience of successfully delivering high performing application solutions that meet scope, cost, and date parametersExperience in design and development of integration solutions with Ariba, VIM, SFDC in at least 1 project/support is mandatoryMedia/Telecom/Utilities industry experience preferredExperience in Content Finance/ Anaplan is added advantageBEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIESExpertise in S/4HANA FinanceDeep understanding of the SAP S/4HANA Architect, including but not limited to AR, AP, Related Trading Partner, multi-GAAP, Funds management in S/4HANAIntegration understanding with Ariba (Procurement), Customer Billing/Invoicing as well as Budgeting & commercials managementStrong familiarity with related FIORI AppsUnderstanding of Media planning and content management would be added advantageDevelopment Methodology: Waterfall, AgileWorking knowledge of JIRA/Asana would be added advantageStrong task orientated, organizational and planning skillsStrategic thinker balanced with a grasp of detailsAbility to prioritize and cope with competing demandsMulti-task between project development and customer supportExcellent execution and project management skillsPassion for results and excellence.Working collaboratively with the teamAREAS OF RESPONSIBILITYLead the SAP S/4HANA Enterprise ArchitectureArchitecture success by continuously providing focus and direction on what matters most and searching for and highlighting best practices or potential disconnects that could destroy value or create risk.Personally drive the change by being directly and principally involved in the subject matter of major issues so that this role helps manage the "white space" and dependencies by identifying issues, and then coordinating and communicating resolutions to all involved.Applying sound technical management and development skills throughout the delivery lifecycle, producing high quality solutionsShould be able to understand the technology stack available at SPNI and take call on the ideally suited one for respective interfaceSelecting and delivering on the appropriate integration approachTechnical Design, solution architecting, Integration and dataflow architecture2.Design system integration solutionsCreate and manage the entire SAP S/4HANA solution designEnd to End Technical implementation of SAP integration and business functionPrepare blueprint for application solution based on business needsTranslate functional requirements into technical requirementsOversee development and implementation of projects/programsUtilize expertise in comparing integration approaches and assessing their relative strengths and limitations in terms of meeting business goalsDeliver the required systems integration solutions for an ongoing transformation and platform changes, ensuring continuity and security of the systems.Help define the integration and dataflow architecture and evaluate vendor capabilities. Identify gaps in available enterprise services and work on remediation strategies to ensure stability as the underlying platform technologies continue to evolve.Coordination, collaboration towards System integrationManaging and Timely reporting of various projects in management forums3.Drive enhancement initiativesConnect with business stakeholders and application leads to drive the application enhancementOversee architecture alignment of prototyping, testing and roll-out of application upgrades/enhancementsLandscape enhancement and stabilization4.Drive strategic vendor relationshipsProvide technical leadership and support to application vendor management teamActively evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the vendor's implementation and upgrade effortsMeeting organization's IT needs with maximum cost efficiency5.Project ManagementDevelop project plan with schedule and resource commitments in coordination with vendorsCreate all the standard project management documentation, validate project dependencies, managing and mitigating risksStatus Reporting and Risk/Mitigation planning to the PMO teamEnsure best practices are documented, reviewed and executed across all integrationsFoster strong team skills and culture for improving application integration techniquesTimeBudgetQuality of serviceResource utilizationCompetencies1. Educational qualification/Certifications2. Relevant corporate exposure3. Relevant understanding of the industry & business4. Career Track Record/Stability5. Functional Competencies6. Takes Initiative/ Energizes others with his/her passion7. Proactively seeks newer and better ways of operating8. Displays " Can Do" energy/ Is resourceful and persistent in overcoming obstacles9. Demonstrates accountability and is decisive in taking prudent risks/ Stretches to take risks that he/she believes in10. Takes responsibility for failures and learns from them/Suggests improvements11. Is comfortable taking hard calls and making decisions for own area12. Empowers the team and supports new ideas and data13. Requires minimal supervision and direction14. Is a strong team player, owns & celebrates success of the team or a team member15. Strives for excellence as an individual and as a team member16. Has good relationship building skills/ interpersonal & communication skills17. Anticipates & proactively drives change18. Challenges status quo & pushes persistently for change, simplification & speed19. Is respected & inspires respect20. Is a willing listener/Frequently leverages others ideas to improve own work area21. Operates with unyielding Integrity22. Collaborates with others in an open and transparent manner23. Does not hesitate to give timely and honest feedbackWhy join us?Sony Pictures Networks is home to some of India's leading entertainment channels, such as SET, SAB, MAX, PAL, PIX, Sony BBC Earth,Yay! Sony Marathi, Sony SIX, Sony TEN, Sony TEN1, SONY Ten2, SONY TEN3, and SONY TEN4, to name a fewOur foray into the OTT space with one of the most promising streaming platforms, Sony LIV, brings us one step closer to being a progressive digitally-led content powerhouse.Our independent production venture- Studio Next, has already made its mark with original content and IPs for TV and Digital Media.But our quest to Go Beyond doesn't end there. Neither does our search to find people who can take us there.We focus on creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where we celebrate diversity with our Bring Your Own Self Philosophy and are recognised as a Great Place to Work.- Great Place to Work - Ranked as one of the Great Places to Work for since five years- Included in the Hall of Fame as a part of the Working Mother & Avtar Best Companies for Women in India study- Ranked amongst 100 BestCompanies for Women In India- ET Human Capital Awards 2021- Winner across multiple categories- Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Award - Outstanding Learning Practices.The biggest award of course, is the thrill our employees feel when they can Tell Stories Beyond the Ordinary! PRB