IT Technical Architect – SAP RTR

Job Title: IT Technical Architect – SAP RTR
Location: Onsite in Waukegan, IL
Period: 03/31/2025 to 03/31/2026
Hours/Week: 40 hours – Hours over 40 will be paid at time and a half
Rate: $85 – $100/hour
Contract Type: W-2 only, no visa sponsorships or subcontracting

Scope of Services:

The IT Technical Architect will provide expert-level technical direction and leadership in the development, support, and optimization of SAP FICO (Finance and Controlling) modules, with specific focus on General Ledger (GL), Banking, Product Costing, Material Ledger, COPA, Treasury, and FSCM. The role will involve working with internal teams and external vendors to integrate SAP solutions with other business systems, particularly in the banking and external reporting domains. The architect will be responsible for ensuring that the SAP systems align with the business requirements, providing technical configuration, coding reviews, testing, user training, and support.

Role, Responsibilities, and Deliverables:

• Solution Design and Configuration: Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of SAP FICO (GL, Banking, Product Costing, Material Ledger, COPA), Treasury, and FSCM processes.
• System Integration: Oversee SAP FI integration with other modules like SD, MM, and PP to ensure seamless communication across business functions.
• Process Optimization: Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring SAP processes are optimized for efficient and accurate financial reporting.
• Requirements Gathering and Workshops: Lead workshops for requirements gathering, project scoping, and estimates, collaborating with both business and offshore teams.
• EDI Integrations: Oversee and manage EDI integrations with Banks and other external reporting systems to streamline financial transactions and reporting.
• Testing and Validation: Review and perform system configuration/code reviews, conduct solution testing, and validate the configuration for optimal performance.
• Training and Hypercare Support: Provide user training on new configurations and changes, and manage the hypercare phase to ensure smooth transitions post-implementation.
• Documentation and Reporting: Ensure that project documentation is complete and compliant with company policies, including change requests, testing documentation, and system validation reports.
• Technical Guidance: Act as a technical advisor to business and IT teams, providing advice on adopting new technologies and their impact on business processes.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with cross-functional teams, service providers, and stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful project delivery.

Experience & Skills:

• Experience: 10-13 years of experience in SAP FICO, Treasury, and Banking processes, ideally in a regulated industry such as healthcare.
• System Expertise: In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in SAP FICO modules including GL, Banking, Product Costing, Material Ledger, COPA, Treasury, and FSCM.
• Integration Knowledge: Strong understanding of SAP FI integration with other SAP modules (SD, MM, PP), as well as external systems (EDI integration with banks, reporting systems).
• Process Knowledge: Deep understanding of month-end and year-end close processes, financial reporting, and reconciliation.
• Problem-Solving: Experience in root cause analysis and problem resolution, with a proven ability to manage complex issues across business and IT teams.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear business language for senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and external vendors, managing relationships effectively.
• Project Management: Ability to lead large, complex projects with a focus on meeting business needs, timelines, and budgets.

Education & Certifications:

• Education: Degree in IT or a complementary business field.
• Certifications: SAP FICO certification preferred. Additional certifications in project management or financial systems management are a plus.

Salary : $85 - $100