Sonaca North America is driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence. As a leading provider of aerospace and defense solutions, we are dedicated to making air and space travel safe and sustainable. We have 13 locations across North America and our engineering expertise and operational excellence set us apart from the competition.
Since the beginning in 1948, we have a proven track record of delivering high-quality products and services that are reliable, safe, and efficient. Our team of experts is dedicated to staying ahead of the curve in the aerospace and defense industry, utilizing the latest technologies and processes to ensure that we deliver the best possible solutions to our customers.
Position Summary
The SAP Functional Lead (FI/CO) is responsible for the support, development, and enhancement of the Sonaca North America SAP modules, including reporting. The position requires detailed knowledge and support for all SAP Finance and Controlling areas for implementation of ERP for manufacturing operations. Focus on the integration between Finance, Sales/Distribution and Production. Significant experience in Finance and Costing is required to provide guidance and insights to project team members and the business. In addition to the project-based initiatives this position will also be responsible for the day-to-day production support tasks.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Facilitate workshops to collect business requirements.
- Participate in a global project responsible for all aspects of the SAP System Development Life Cycle from the conceptual phase through implementation.
- Be part of a team supporting post-implementation and ensuring global SLAs are met.
- Serve as the interface between the development team and business process owners for the FI (Financial) and CO (Controlling) modules of SAP.
- Provide on-going training to end users of SAP FI/CO functionality and reporting tools.
- Interfaces with other functional specialists to ensure solution design and integrity.
- Focus on the deployment of a Global Template for Finances.
- Proactively identify and propose business process and/or system improvements.
- Develop detailed plans and accurate estimates for completion of build, system testing and implementation phases of project.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, customers, employees, and vendors.
- Act as a liaison between the business functions and the technical team.
- Ability to identify problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in business or Information Technology from an accredited college or university required.
- Ability to achieve results in a timely manner.
- Experience supporting multiple modules FI, CO, SD, MM, PP, QM, and PM.
- Broad understanding of SAP configuration including but not limited to Product Costing, Fixed Assets, Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, Accounts Receivable, FSCM Credit / Collections / Disputes Management, Accounts Payable, General Ledger Accounting, and common business taxes, preferably across several regions globally.
- Experience supporting BOBJ, PI, FIORI applications is preferred.
- Strong experience with FIORI applications in the FICO area.
- Solid understanding of functional integration points, entity relationships and module flows.
- Strong organizational, attention to detail and task follow-up skills.
- Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong knowledge in developing functional specifications.
- Good understanding of data flow and integration across SAP modules.
- Excellent communication skills and be able to communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing.
Physical/Work Requirements
- Ability to sit for extended periods, working at a desk and/or attending meetings.
- Use various computer and office equipment as well as be able to move throughout the office and manufacturing area to talk/hear or otherwise communicate with employees, management, customers, vendors, and others.
- Noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to loud.
- Employee will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working on the plant floor.
Travel Required
Yes, up to 40% of time traveling.
WHY CHOOSE SONACA NORTH AMERICA?
We take care of our people.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution.
- Competitive wages.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid time off.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance.
- Short-term disability.
- Long-term disability.
- Employee assistance plan — for access to counseling, consulting, and other community resources.
- Wellness program.
- Tuition assistance.
This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be required. This document does not create an employment contract. Employees of the Company are employed on an “at will” basis and may be terminated at any time.
Sonaca North America is an equal employment opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, Sonaca North America provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who seek to access the company’s online application system. If an applicant is unable to fully access the online application system, Sonaca North America will provide a reasonable accommodation. Applicants with disabilities may contact us at 636-916-2400 for assistance accessing the online application system. Callers should have a detailed description of the requested accommodation, their name and preferred method of contact ready for Sonaca North America‘s Human Resources Department. Sonaca North America will make every effort to respond within two (2) business days. This phone number is not for the general submission of application materials.
Sonaca North America is an E-Verify Employer.
Sonaca North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Disability/Veterans Employer.
NOTICE ON FRAUDULENT JOB OFFERS
It has been brought to our attention that there have been instances of fraudulent job offers, purporting to be from Sonaca North America and/or its affiliates (“LMI Aerospace”).
This type of fraud is normally carried out through online services such as false websites, or through fake emails or calls from people claiming to be from the company. These persons offer fraudulent employment opportunities to applicants and often ask for sensitive personal and financial information. The fraudsters may also request recipients to provide personal information and/or to make payments as part of their fake recruiting process.
Sonaca North America does not ask for any financial commitments from candidates as a pre-employment requirement and will always require candidates to formally apply for positions via the Careers Page or job postings.
Sonaca North America has no responsibility for fraudulent offers and if you believe you have been a victim of a fraudulent job offer concerning Sonaca North America, please email info@sonaca-na.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Saint Charles, MO 63301
