Master Data Governance for Finance Process Expert

Summary

Join METRO Global Solution Center and contribute to the LUCA program, upgrading METRO’s Finance to SAP S/4HANA. This role is crucial for ensuring business continuity and mitigating security risks while enabling METRO’s strategic standardization and centralization. You will be the primary contact for MDG-F issues, collaborating on SAP FI and CO module implementations, and ensuring compliance with quality audits. The position demands strong analytical and communication skills, along with SAP expertise and experience in finance and accounting. Successful candidates will support process leads, enforce SAP standards, and optimize processes post-go-live. This role offers stable employment, opportunities for professional growth, and various benefits.

Requirements

• Educational Background : Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business economics or equivalent education, combined with solid knowledge in Financial Accounting
• Professional SAP Expertise: 5 years’ experience in SAP plus experience in one of the following SAP modules – MDG-F, 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
• Languages : Excellent command of English (written and spoken)
• Travel : Ability to travel is required (around 20-25% of working time)
• Deep understanding of master data (MD) used in SAP FI-CO – mainly: GL accounts (SCOA), financial statements, cost centers, and CO hierarchies
• Solid experience in Finance and Accounting processes (e.g., GL, CO), a strong willingness to learn master data execution processes, and the ability to support standardization of finance data structures across METRO. Project experience in implementing new solutions and aligning them with financial strategies is also essential

Responsibilities

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications : Finance-related SAP Certifications are advantageous
• Industry Knowledge : Experience in retail industry is preferred to tailor SAP solutions effectively

Benefits

• 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
• Higher salary of PLN 400 to PLN 1,400 if you know an additional language
• Co-financed sports card
• Team and company integrations after hours
• Hybrid or remote work