SAP FICO Business Analyst

Applied Medical is a new generation medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation fueled by rapid business growth and expansion. Our company has been developing and manufacturing advanced surgical technologies for over 35 years and has earned a strong reputation for excellence in the healthcare field. Our unique business model, combined with our dedication to delivering the highest quality products, enables team members to contribute in a larger capacity than is possible in typical positions.

Position Description

The SAP FICO Business Analyst supports Applied Medical by designing, configuring, and improving finance and controlling solutions that enable accurate financial reporting, efficient processes, and strong internal controls. The role partners with Finance and Accounting to translate business requirements into scalable solutions across SAP Finance and Controlling (FICO) and related applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather requirements and design solutions across SAP FICO; configure, test, and implement system enhancements and software change requests.
• Collaborate with global Finance and Accounting teams to document requirements and deliver designs, configurations, developments, testing, and cutover
• Follow change control and project management processes to ensure compliant delivery and traceability of changes.
• Develop functional specifications, design documents, test scripts, and validation evidence; support data migration and issue resolution.
• Understand integration with other SAP modules including Materials Management (MM), Sales and Distribution (SD), Production Planning (PP) and HCM (Human Capital Management) to enable End-TO End processes. ‑to‑end processes.
• Participate in software validation activities to verify intended performance and compliance.
• Support enterprise systems and Finance business processes across multiple time zones and locations, including incident triage and root‑cause analysis.
• Research emerging technologies and next generation platforms;‑generation platforms; recommend improvements that drive innovation and business value.

Success in This Role Looks Like

• Delivering well-designed SAP FICO solutions that improve financial accuracy, cycle times, and user satisfaction.
• Ensuring regulatory and validation requirements are met through complete documentation, testing, and change control.
• Leading crossfunctional‑functional initiatives that enhance process integration across Finance, Supply Chain, and Sales Operations.
• Reducing production incidents and accelerating time to resolution through proactive analysis and knowledge sharing.
• Driving continuous improvement by identifying optimization opportunities and implementing practical, scalable enhancements.

Position Requirements

This position requires the following skills and attributes

• Brings three to five years of hands‑on experience implementing and configuring SAP FICO in functional and technical capacities.
• Demonstrates experience with SAP FI (General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Accounting, Cash Management/Banking) and SAP CO (Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, Internal Orders, Product Costing, and Project Systems).
• Applies knowledge of core Finance integrations with SAP MM, SAP SD, SAP GTS, and SAP PP.
• Understand integration with other SAP modules including Materials Management (MM), Sales and Distribution (SD), Production Planning (PP) and HCM (Human Capital Management) to enable End-to-End processes.
• Develops design documents, functional specifications, test scripts, and validation evidence; supports data migration and risk mitigation.
• Follows change control and project management practices to maintain compliance and traceability.
• Communicates effectively with global stakeholders and collaborates across cross‑functional teams.
• Stays current on relevant software technologies and recommends solutions that drive innovation and business value.
• Applies knowledge of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) and/or OneStream.

Preferred

The following skills and attributes are preferred

• Brings experience with vendor invoice management applications such as OpenText Vendor Invoice Management (VIM) or equivalent.
• Demonstrates integration experience with SAP Concur for travel and expense processes.
• Holds SAP FICO certification or equivalent credentials.
• Applies external tax solutions such as Thomson Reuters ONESOURCE or equivalent.
• Contributes to software validation activities and documentation in regulated environments.
• Experience with integration with SAP Success factors
• Brings experience in life sciences or medical device settings.
• Works with SAP S/4HANA 2021 or higher and understands differences from earlier releases.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation range: $100000 -$145000 / year (California).
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Training and mentorship opportunities.
• On-campus wellness activities.
• Education reimbursement program.
• 401(k) program with discretionary employer match.
• Generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule.

Please note that the compensation range may be based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, experience. The compensation range may be adjusted in the future, and special discretionary bonus or incentive compensation plans may apply.

Our total reward package reflects our commitment to team member growth and well-being, as we invest in your development and offer a range of benefits designed to enhance your career and life.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applied Medical is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), or sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws in the locations where Applied Medical operates.