What are the responsibilities and job description for the SAP Asset Accounting Consultant - Associate Director position at Cognizant North America?
About Cognizant's SAP Practice
Cognizant's SAP practice is part of our Enterprise Platform Services (EPS) unit. In Cognizant's SAP practice, we help enterprises maximize business value in the digital economy. As part of this practice, you will drive digital acceleration, to prepare our clients for the approaching autonomous business by unlocking the value of digital with industry-specific outcomes. Our extended service portfolio and business solutions help our clients gain competitive leadership, discover new revenue streams and achieve business agility-all with the operational mandates of cost and efficiency.
Cognizant Technology Solutions is currently seeking a highly skilled SAP Asset Accounting Consultant who will be catering to the North America customers and involves supporting proactive and reactive business opportunities such as managed services and transformation. The individual will be closely working with our onsite sales / delivery teams, and participate in solution discussions, and workshops.
Role : SAP Asset Accounting Consultant!
Job Level : Associate Director
Location : Philadelphia, PA. Work from home - Hybrid.
Duration : Full Time only - Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
Job Summary
This position demands a robust understanding of general accounting and asset accounting principles. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in asset-intensive industries such as Energy, Utilities, and Rail. Proficiency in solutions like SAP FICO, SAP FI-AA, and / or Power Plan Asset Accounting is essential.
Role Responsibilities :
Collaborate with the Project Manager on critical aspects such as project scheduling.
Facilitate workshops to gather and analyze requirements.
Advise clients on standard processes and encourage the adoption of out-of-the-box solutions.
Document detailed requirements and specifications.
Configure the system to meet client needs.
Work independently with developers to develop RICEFW objects.
Direct resources and peers, providing daily guidance, leading, and facilitating workshops.
Develop and finalize deliverables, including business process design documents, configuration guides, functional specifications, technical specifications, and test use cases.
Lead all aspects of system testing to ensure quality and functionality.
Provide comprehensive training to clients on system usage.
Required Qualifications :
14 years of SAP experience and 5 years of experience in SAP Asset Accounting.
Proficiency in asset accounting software, either SAP FI-AA or PowerPlan is required.
Solid understanding of accounting principles, particularly related to fixed assets, depreciation, and financial reporting.
Preferred Qualifications :
Substantial experience in asset-intensive industries such as Energy, Utilities, and Rail
Knowledge of SAP FICO and / or SAP capital cost flow is preferred.
Potential to take on leadership roles and mentor junior staff.
Project Management : Experience managing projects or initiatives related to asset accounting or finance.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.
Benefits : Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements :
Medical / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance
Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
401(k) plan and contributions
Long-term / Short-term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
Disclaimer : The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
