SAP Finance Backend Developer (Kochi)

Description of position

SAP Finance Backend Developer with expertise in SAP S/4HANA Finance modules. Candidate will ensure design and development of systems that meet specifications and requirements of project and overall business needs with little supervision. The SAP S/4HANA Backend Analyst works alongside other developers and functional support analysts, handling multiple tasks simultaneously to create intuitive and efficient solutions.

Together, they must work as peers and be able to collaborate and communicate effectively with extended team members.

Tasks and responsibilities

Designs business applications with a high attention to quality and details, while following naming and technical standards set by Costco

Collaborates with analysts, designers, and system owners in the testing of SAP software programs and applications

Provides SAP support including analysis, development, testing, tracking and resolution

Demonstrates a logical and structured approach to time management and task prioritization

Demonstrates a high level of communication skills, verbal and written

Mentoring less experienced team members on SAP programming concepts and tool suite

Responsible for continued personal growth in the areas of technology, business knowledge and Costco policies and platforms

Participates in team activities and team planning in regards to improving team skills, awareness and quality of work

Required skills and abilities

Minimum 5+ years of experience in SAP (ABAP) development

Proficiency in ABAP for SAP S/4HANA, including CDS views, AMDP, and RAP/BOPF

Experience with financial modules like General Ledger (FI-GL), Accounts Payable (FI-AP), Accounts Receivable (FI-AR), and Asset Accounting (FI-AA)

Understanding of financial reporting and accounting processes

Experience with S/4HANA backend development, OData services, and integration with SAP BTP or cloud platforms

Knowledge of modern SAP development standards for S/4HANA and NetWeaver platform

Experienced in all SAP enhancement techniques (BADIs, User Exits, Enhancement points) within the S/4HANA environment

Solid conceptual, analytical, problem-solving, troubleshooting and resolution skills with an emphasis on Advanced ABAP debugger skills to support quick turnaround of analysis and issue resolution

Experienced with all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

Extensive knowledge in handling RICEFW and experience in end to end S/4HANA implementation

Create and execute unit test scripts to ensure the development objects provide accurate results and meet requirements

Self-motivated, flexible, eager to learn new things

Strong focus on customer needs

Must have the ability to work with limited supervision and exhibit a strong sense of urgency

Collaborate with analysts, designers, and system owners in the testing of SAP software programs and applications

Ability to effectively mentor less experienced team members on SAP programming and testing techniques

One or more full project life cycle SAP implementation including blueprinting, configuration, testing, training and post implementation support

Plan, schedule and track project timeline, milestones and deliverables, and report status to project stakeholders and/or management on a regular basis

Good understanding of corporate IT policies, procedures and standards

Good decision making skills

Recommended skills, abilities, and certifications

General understanding of finance and merchandise accounting processes

Experience with financial reporting tools

Experience with Vistex or similar financial integrations .