Project Manager

• Fundamental adjustment of the asset accounting system landscape and improvement of data quality as well as standardization and automation of processes
• Migration of the SAP system to SAP S/4 HANA
• Introduction of a dedicated SAP S/4 HANA for logistics
• Introduction of a new collaboration model with partner companies for network expansion
• Alignment of the asset structure to the latest network technology considering Single RAN, Open RAN, virtualization and network slicing

• New reference interest rates (LIBOR reform) are calculated differently and require adjustments in SAP CML
• Writing the functional spec from the accounting side
• Defining and testing new flow types in SAP CML
• Defining and testing new posting methods
• Testing and defect documentation in Jira

• Accounting of loans in SAP CML, BCA, FI, iBox
• Special accounting requirements for syndicated loans
• Support in test planning and test case creation for responsible processes with SAP S/4 HANA
• Accounting of liabilities to customers
• Optimization and automation of accounting processes
• Monthly closing process with various reconciliation and posting activities
• Contact person for the auditor for the responsible areas
• Interface function to IT

Additionally:

• In-depth analysis of data flows and calculations in a complex system environment
• Affected systems: SAP CML, BCA, Summit, Marlin, SAP platform iBox, Posting-Hub
• Gathering and evaluating business and system knowledge from multiple departments
• Specifying and testing required software changes
• Administration of Confluence spaces and Jira boards
• Specification and use of a Python analysis tool, own development of a Python tool
• Identification and specification of automation potential
• Interface function between business units and IT

• Defining workflows and processes with the client and implementing with ONESOURCE software
• Onboarding team members, designing and monitoring the internal creation process including guiding the shared service center
• Timely preparation of several final financial statements including various draft versions

• Implementation of the new IFRS 9 standard for impairment
• Development of the functional spec including user stories
• Understanding the system environment and data flows in accounting, risk management and controlling
• Presentation of the status quo and development of the future process
• Deviation analysis and recommendations for IFRS 9 versus HGB/French GAAP
• Accounting and valuation adjustments of auto loans, finance and operating leases
• Organizing and moderating workshops
• Clarifying issues and discussing implementation options with the development team

• Reviewing corporate planning
• Reviewing accounting in DATEV and the related internal control system
• Reviewing compliance with regulatory requirements according to MaRisk

• Organizing the audit process and audit team
• Developing audit strategy for first-time audit of an acquired company and supporting the liquidation process
• Auditing accounting with Microsoft Dynamics for various balance sheet and P&L items and audit documentation
• Auditing the related internal control system