Sap R2r Functional Specialist

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JOB PURPOSE

MSC Cruises is the world’s third-largest cruise brand as well as the leader in Europe, South America, the Gulf region, and Southern Africa with more market share in addition to deployed capacity than any other player. It is also the fastest-growing global cruise brand with a strong presence in the Caribbean, North America, and Far East markets. Headquartered in Geneva, MSC Cruises is one of the two brands that sit within the Cruise Division of MSC Group, the leading privately held Swiss-based shipping and logistics conglomerate with over 300 years of maritime heritage. MSC Cruises – the contemporary brand - has a modern fleet of 22 cruise ships with three new vessels due to be launched in 2025, 2026, and 2027. 

In the context of its Finance Transformation Program that includes the implementation of SAP S/4 Hana, MSC Cruises is seeking for a qualified professional SAP R2R Functional Specialist with SAP FI skills. This role will collaborate with the SAP R2R Team to guarantee a state-of-the-art & future proof design and solution of Finance & Accounting and to contribute to the Application Maintenance Services (AMS – Level 2 and 3) and to the “go live” and “roll out” of the new Finance processes.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Collaborate with the R2R Team (Functional, AMS; Architect) in the definition of the Finance process in the following activities:

- Collect & assess the Business Requirements for Finance process evolutions;

- Support “go live” and “roll out” of the target end-to-end Finance processes, aligned with SAP standard & best-practice and innovative & future-proof solution;

- Ensure functional process integration with Company tools closely with IT, Sales and Procurement stakeholders;

- Review & maintain a comprehensive set of documentations (blueprint, functional specifications, user manuals, training materials…), acknowledged & approved by business owners;

- Review & validate the technical solution proposed by Development team;

- Define closely with Development team the parametrization standards and naming conventions.

• Prepare end-to-end test plan in collaboration with IT, document test scripts in collaboration with business, and perform the FIT (functional integration test);

• Define & contribute to the migration from Finance legacy systems with business and IT

(Migration Cockpit knowledge is a plus);

• Assist the Finance Business team for the UAT and perform the test monitoring in collaboration with IT (status, qualification, fixing, retest…);

• Collaborate with functional support team to the TOM - Target Operating Model – definition for R2R;

• Provide support / training to business users aiming for:                                                                             

- Effective & efficient use of all applications and integration points related to FI processes;

- Good comprehension of Finance treatments (e.g. General Ledger, VAT management, Fixed Assets management, monthly closing activities);

- Rollout of the new solution and user assistance;

• Report R2R architect Lead in a timely and effective manner progresses, issues and risks associated to R2R processes;

Support the AMS team and Accounting team in the Closing Process

• Assess issues that may arise to ensure their prompt resolution (and escalate if necessary);

• Ensure functional quality & integrity of the target solution by testing developments/implementations;

• Build a strong sustainable business relationship at various levels of the organization (finance, IT and other functions).

• Travel to Geneva expected (and occasionally to other locations according to rollout)

QUALIFICATIONS (skills, competencies, experience)

• 7-10 years’ experience in consulting company and SAP S/4 implementation environment mainly on the FI-CO module;

• Experience in cruise / shipping / hospitality industry is considered a plus;

• Fluent English;

• Extensive SAP hands-on experience on S/4 HANA (SAP FI-CO) – Experience in SAP solution Implementation (greenfield and rollout, working with onsite and nearshore / offshore teams);

•  Knowledge of the setup and maintenance in SAP for the following topics:

• VAT/Sales Tax
• Fixed Asset
• General Ledger
• Closing Process
• FX revaluation
• Accounting treatments

• Master's or Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Engineering, Business Management, or equivalent;

• Strong functional knowledge on Finance processes;

• Team player, collaborative spirit, curious and enthusiastic;

• Good communication across functions and geographies, conceptual skills, ability to analyze requirements and reduce complicated factual contents to the essentials, methodical and analytical approach;

• Good organizational and problem-solving skills.

VISA REQUIREMENTS

• Right to work in Italy

Our commitment

We are committed to building a future that values diverse perspectives, embraces the world beyond borders, and fosters an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. Our commitment extends to taking meaningful, measurable actions that have a long-term positive impact on our guests, our employees and our planet.

Ready to turn your passion into something extraordinary? Join us at MSC Cruises, where new opportunities await. Apply today to be part of a global team that is pushing boundaries and achieving something remarkable. Your journey starts here!