Senior SAP FICO Business Analyst
Swatch Group, Toronto — Senior SAP FICO Business Analyst. Lead SAP FI/CO configuration and finance system projects for Swatch Group Canada.
Overview
The Swatch Group is a Swiss watchmaking conglomerate renowned for producing high-quality finished watches and internal movement components. As a global organization with an integrated manufacturing and distribution network, the Group comprises multiple prestige and volume brands and operates cross-functionally across design, production, finance and retail. The Canadian organisation supports the Group’s commercial and financial operations in North America.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead requirements gathering, business-process mapping and solution design for SAP FI/CO to meet finance and accounting needs across Canadian operations.
- Configure and maintain core SAP FI/CO components (GL, AP, AR, AA, Bank Accounting, CO) and ensure correct integration with other SAP modules and downstream systems.
- Act as the principal liaison between finance stakeholders and IT/technical teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications.
- Drive system testing activities including unit testing, integration testing and lead user acceptance testing (UAT); manage defect resolution and change requests.
- Support month‑end and statutory close processes through configuration, troubleshooting and process optimisation.
- Develop and maintain process, configuration and user documentation; deliver training and change‑management support to finance users.
- Participate in upgrades, patches and migration projects (e.g., ECC to S/4HANA), including impact analysis and cutover planning.
- Provide second‑/third‑line support for SAP FI/CO incidents and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance data quality and system performance.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Information Systems or related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
- Professional accounting designation (e.g., CPA) or equivalent finance certification is strongly preferred.
- SAP FICO functional certification or demonstrable certification/track record in SAP finance implementations.
- Excellent knowledge of accounting principles, statutory reporting and finance processes in a multinational manufacturing or retail context.
- Proven stakeholder management, communication and change‑management capabilities in cross‑functional projects.
Skills
Experience
Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience with SAP FI/CO, including at least 3 years in a business‑analyst or consultant role supporting finance teams in a multinational manufacturing or retail environment. Demonstrated experience on end‑to‑end implementations, upgrades or large‑scale support projects.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Information Systems or a related field; professional accounting designation (CPA) or SAP functional certification preferred.
Culture
The Swatch Group combines Swiss precision and craftsmanship with a global, cross‑brand operating model. Employees collaborate across design, production and commercial functions in a results‑oriented environment that values technical excellence, continuous improvement and respect for heritage.