Automation Solution Designer, SAP BPA, SAP Finance Close

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Slovenia.

📋 Description

• Evaluate the current status of the SAP period-end closure in collaboration with controllers and finance operations leaders.

• Establish the target automation framework, which includes close task lists, interdependencies, calendars, approvals, and exception paths.

• Develop the solution design for deployment on the Redwood platform.

• Create automation for accruals, balance sheet reconciliation and certification, as well as journal posting with posting controls.

• Design integrations with SAP S/4HANA or ECC and other source systems utilizing APIs, files, and middleware.

• Establish security measures and controls, incorporating role-based access, segregation of duties, audit trails, and SOX-compliant evidence.

• Specify monitoring, recovery, and non-functional requirements.

• Guide engineers through the building phase and assess deliverables against the design during design-authority and go-live checkpoints.

• Develop the testing strategy and acceptance criteria in partnership with finance users.

• Remain engaged throughout the build, testing, and go-live processes, making decisions when the design aligns with practical implementation.

⛳️ Requirements

• Solution design experience on the Redwood platform, recognized by various names such as RunMyJobs, SAP BPA by Redwood, SAP CPS, or Cronacle.

• Expertise in designing an automated SAP FI/CO period-end close, which includes facilitating design workshops and documenting the design.

• Proficiency in incorporating controls into designs: role-based security, segregation of duties, audit trails, and SOX-compliant evidence.

• Proven experience in leading engineers from an approved design through the build, testing, and go-live phases.

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in SAP finance systems, finance automation, or record-to-report process design.

• Proficient in the English language.

• Candidates should be based in Slovenia.

• Desirable but not mandatory: Familiarity with Redwood Finance Automation (RunMyFinance), BPA-to-RunMyJobs migration, CPS, or Redwood tasks executed from the SAP Financial Closing cockpit or SAP Advanced Financial Closing, along with experience in financial services or other regulated industries.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.

• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive work environment.

• Access to training and development programs.