Business Analyst - SAP

Job Description Who We Are   Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global   expertise   in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA’s diverse workforce   identifies , innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations. Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by Forbes for eight consecutive years, CAA represents more than 2,000 of the world’s top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of broadcast rights, corporate marketing initiatives, social impact, and sports properties for sales and sponsorship opportunities. Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles, and has offices in New York, Nashville, Memphis, Chicago, Miami, London, Munich, Geneva, Stockholm, Shanghai, and Beijing, among other locations globally.   The Role As a   Senior   SAP   Finance   Analyst ,   this role   will   support the   design,   configuration,   implementation   and   ongoing optimization of finance solutions   within the F I/CO   module   of our SAP S/4 HANA Public Cloud   environment , including data migration .   This role   will partner closely with our Finance and Accounting bus iness team .   This role   will collaborate with the business   on   functional and technical requirements ,   testing   and   mentorship for SAP Finance processes .     Key Responsibilities:   Analyze and document business requirements for finance processes, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, and Financial Close    Configure and support SAP S/4   HANA Public Cloud finance modules in alignment with best practices and system capabilities    Perform Data Migration tasks, including field mapping, data   cleansing   and validation   Collaborate with business users to   identify   process improvements and automation opportunities    Support end-to-end implementation activities, including fit-to-standard workshops, testing, data migration, and go-live support    Troubleshoot system issues, perform root cause analysis, and coordinate resolutions    Assist   in integration efforts with other SAP modules (e.g., Procurement, Sales) and third-party systems    Develop and   maintain   functional documentation, training materials, and user guides    Support periodic financial close processes and ensure system readiness    Collaborate with and mentor Finance / Accounting business partners   and fellow team members   with SAP Processes   Stay current with SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud releases and assess impacts to existing configurations   Qualifications:   Bachelor’s degree in   Finance , Accounting, Information   Systems   or related field . Master’s degree or relevant certification is a plus   5 + years of   experience working with SAP Finance modules (FI/CO), preferably   at least 1+ year   in SAP S/4 HANA Public Cloud   Experience with SAP S/4 HANA Public Cloud Implementations a plus   Understanding of VAT and Tax principles and processes within SAP   a plus   Strong understanding of core finance processes:   General Ledger   Accounts Payable   Accounts Receivable   Asset Accounting   Projects/WBS Elements   Financial Close   Strong understanding   of   SAP Finance processes   with   f amiliarity with SAP Public Cloud processes   Understanding of   Bank Statement processing   Understanding of IFRS or GAAP accounting standards   Exposure to SAP Central Business Configuration (CBC)   Familiarity with SAP Fiori Apps and user experience   Comfortable with Agile/Scrum/Kanban project management methodologies.   Experience in Finance and Accounting departments a plus   Experience with M BC,   DRC   or   MRM a plu s   Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.   Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.   Location This role is based in our Los Angeles office. Compensation The annual base salary for this position is in the range of $132,000 - $155,000 in Los Angeles. This position is also eligible for benefits and a discretionary bonus. Ultimately, the salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in the role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more. 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