Architect IT Applications-India

About Kennametal

With over 80 years as an industrial technology leader, Kennametal Inc. delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn to Kennametal to help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Every day approximately 8,700 employees are helping customers in nearly 100 countries stay competitive. Kennametal generated $2.1 billion in revenues in fiscal 2023. Learn more at www.kennametal.com. Follow @Kennametal: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Job Title: Architect IT Applications-India

Location: Bangalore India

Company: Kennametal Inc.

Job Type: Full-Time

About Us:

Kennametal is a leading organization in the industrial Tool Manufacturing sector committed to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service. We are seeking a talented and experienced SAP Controlling / Architect IT Applications-India to join our dynamic team.

Job Description:

As an SAP Controlling Architect IT Applications-India, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing our SAP Controlling module to support product cost planning, analysis, and reporting. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely product cost data, drive process improvements, and provide strategic insights to support business decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

•              Manage and maintain the SAP Controlling module, including cost center accounting,  internal orders, and profitability analysis.

•              Collaborate with finance and business teams to gather requirements and implement    solutions for identified enhancements.

•              Drive continuous improvement in product cost accounting processes leveraging RPA, AI, or other technologies

•              Manage small to medium sized projects, develop specifications for enhancements

•              Identify and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in product     costing functions.

•              Provide training and support to end-users on SAP Controlling capabilities, support end-user inquiries.

•              Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements; assist internal and external auditors as needed.

•              Mentor and develop junior team members.

Qualifications:

•              Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.

•              Minimum of 5 – 7 years of experience in SAP Controlling versions S4H and ECC.

•              Experienced in SAP implementation projects as a team lead or member

•              Strong understanding of financial processes and SAP Controlling module including material  ledger, internal orders, finished goods and work in process inventory (WIP)

•              Knowledge of Sales Order Costing and SAP Project Systems

•              Familiar with SAP FI, COA, J/E posting, and subledger accounting

•              Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

•              Proficiency in SAP ERP and related reporting tools.

•              Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

•              Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

•              Skilled in using Microsoft Office Suite, and power platform

•              SAP certifications are a plus

Equal Opportunity Employer