We are the METRO Global Solution Center! Our motto, "We make it count," reflects our belief that accounting is more than just numbers - it's about creating impactful solutions, driving meaningful change, and always counting for more. As a proud member of the METRO/MAKRO family, a leading international wholesaler with over 93,000 employees across 30+ countries, we are committed to excellence and innovation. Our inclusive and diverse community promotes collaboration, personal development, and dedication to achieving our goals together.
Join our team and experience the spirit of "We make it count."
The main objective of LUCA program is to successfully upgrade METRO’s Finance to SAP S/4HANA to ensure business continuity and avoid security and compliance risks. The LUCA program is, in addition, a critical enabler of METRO’s strategy to achieve standardization, harmonization, and centralization.
Within the LUCA program, the SAP Master Data Governance for Finance (MDG-F) Specialist focuses on master data aspects, ensuring quality, adherence to established naming conventions, proper usage, and timely creation. This role requires a deep understanding of master data used in SAP FI-CO, combined with experience in implementing new solutions in a project environment and the ability to align these solutions with the organization's financial strategies and goals.
- Primary contact for all MDG-F-related issues and questions from the Digital Finance implementation partner and METRO colleagues.
- Involvement in the implementation of Master Data Governance for Finance in SAP S/4HANA.
- Collaboration on integrative project activities related to SAP FI and SAP CO modules.
- Responsible for ensuring compliance with quality audits and governance requirements.
- Cooperation with the Digital Finance PMO, including cross-checking project documents.
- Support process leads and owners by providing insights into architectural decisions and their alignment with business needs.
- Ensure architectural governance by enforcing adherence to SAP standards, design principles, and best practices.
- Provide ongoing support to address post-go-live issues and stabilize the solution.
- Identify opportunities for process and system optimization based on business feedback.
- Educational Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business economics or equivalent education, combined with solid knowledge in Financial Accounting.
- Professional SAP Expertise: Experienced Knowledge in the business area of Master Data Governance in Finance. 5 years experience in SAP plus experience in one of the following SAP modules – MDG, FI/CO or Maintenance of Finance Master Data.
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with various levels of the organization and external partners.
- Certifications: Finance-related SAP Certifications are advantageous.
- Industry Knowledge: Experience in retail industry is preferred to tailor SAP solutions effectively.
- Languages: excellent command of English (written and spoken).
- Travel: ability to travel is required (around 20-25% of working time).
- Stable employment in an international corporation, which is constantly growing.
- Chance to expand knowledge and experience in various areas.
- Private medical care and group insurance, also for family members.
- Cash benefits as part of the Social Benefits Fund, i.e., Christmas allowance.
- A monthly salary supplement for knowing an additional language.
- Co-financed sports card.
- Team and company integrations after hours.
- Hybrid or remote work.
