Description
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is seeking a RAR Systems Lead to join their team in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the end-to-end implementation, configuration, enhancement, and production support of Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR) systems.
The role involves owning and managing RAR system capabilities supporting revenue accounting, revenue recognition, contract accounting, performance obligations, revenue allocation, deferrals, accruals, adjustments, and revenue reporting. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with SAP S/4HANA Finance and Revenue Accounting and Reporting, as well as strong understanding of Revenue Recognition principles, including IFRS 15 and ASC 606.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading end-to-end implementation, configuration, enhancement, and production support of RAR systems
- Owning and managing RAR system capabilities supporting revenue accounting and reporting
- Partnering with the Finance Solution Architect to design and optimize RAR solutions
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and develop effective system solutions
- Designing and configuring SAP RAR solutions to support complex revenue accounting and recognition requirements
- Ensuring RAR solutions comply with IFRS 15, ASC 606, and internal control requirements
- Supporting complex revenue scenarios and managing integrations between RAR and SAP S/4HANA Finance, SD, Billing, Order Management, CPQ, CRM, Contract Management, Tax, and third-party applications
- Leading system testing activities, troubleshooting, and resolution of complex production issues
- Performing root-cause analysis and driving permanent corrective actions for recurring system and revenue accounting issues
- Supporting monthly, quarterly, and year-end revenue close and reporting activities
- Partnering with Finance and Accounting teams to investigate and resolve revenue reconciliation issues
- Ensuring system changes comply with SOX, internal controls, audit requirements, security policies, and change management standards
- Supporting internal and external audits and providing system documentation, configuration details, control evidence, and remediation support
- Developing and maintaining documentation covering system configuration, revenue accounting rules, business processes, integrations, testing, controls, and operational procedures
- Providing user training, guidance, and subject matter expertise to Finance and Revenue Accounting teams
- Driving continuous improvement and standardization of RAR processes and system capabilities across business units and regions
- Identifying opportunities for automation, workflow optimization, reconciliation automation, reporting improvements, and reduction of manual Finance activities
- Monitoring SAP product releases, accounting standard changes, regulatory requirements, and industry trends and recommending appropriate system enhancements
- Leading adoption of new SAP RAR capabilities and industry best practices
- Working with application support teams and implementation partners to establish effective L1/L2/L3 support, knowledge management, monitoring, and operational governance
- Providing technical leadership and mentoring to Finance systems analysts, support teams, and external partners
- Supporting strategic Finance transformation initiatives involving RAR modernization, SAP S/4HANA, process standardization, automation, and Finance technology simplification.
The successful candidate will have 10-14 years of relevant experience in Finance Systems, SAP, or enterprise Finance technology, with 4-6+ years of hands-on experience with SAP Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR).
In terms of benefits, Hewlett Packard Enterprise offers a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports the physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing of their team members and their loved ones. They also invest in career development and provide opportunities for growth and learning.