Lead FI-CA Architect-ISU

Position: Lead FI-CA Architect

Duration: 12 month plus Extension

Location: Jackson, Michigan, 50% onsite 50% Remote (All travel expenses Paid)

Visa: USC & GC

Interview: Video

Job Details:

1. Solution Design & Architecture

-- Developing and overseeing integrated SAP IS-U/CIS (Customer Information System) solutions across various modules, including billing, customer service, device management (DM/AMI), and exception handling.

-- Designing the overall architecture based on process requirements, application needs, and the system landscape, which often involves the SAP S/4HANA platform.

-- Ensuring technical integrity and seamless integration across SAP modules (e.g., SD, MM, FI) and with third-party systems.

2. Business Process & Analysis

-- Partnering with clients and stakeholders to analyze and define business requirements, processes, and objectives.

-- Leading fit-to-standard workshops and Conference Room Pilots (CRPs) to scope projects and deliverables.

-- Advising on industry best practices within the utilities sector for both regulated and deregulated markets.

3. Implementation & Support

-- Providing expert guidance and thought leadership throughout the software development lifecycle, including design reviews, testing, data conversion, and cutover strategies.

-- Configuring and developing client-specific enhancements as needed to meet unique business requirements while adhering to SAP's clean core methodology.

-- Troubleshooting and resolving complex issues during implementation and post-go-live support phases.

4. Strategic Guidance & Leadership

-- Facilitating collaborative architecture discussions with IT and business executives to develop high-level roadmaps and strategic initiatives for digital transformation.

-- Providing advice on long-term ("big picture") and short-term ("quick-win") perspectives to leverage SAP functionality effectively.

-- Mentoring and developing junior team members and providing leadership in customer engagements at an executive level.