Associate Director - SAP FI (Invoice to cash)

Role Overview: You will be a key player in the LDC (Lean Digital Core) program at Novartis, responsible for designing, building, and deploying SAP S/4HANA and integrated digital solutions in the area of Invoice-to-Cash. Your role will involve collaborating with various stakeholders, ensuring compliance with architectural standards, and delivering projects within agreed timelines and budgets. Key Responsibilities: - Own and drive Solution Design for Invoice-to-Cash, aligning with business requirements and Novartis architectural standards - Collaborate with Global Process Owners (GPOs) and Enterprise Process Leads (EPLs) to propose standardized and simplified integrated solutions - Champion standardization and simplification of design, minimizing custom solutions where not necessary - Conduct design workshops, identify critical integration points, propose solutions for key gaps, and provide effort estimations - Ensure consistency between user requirements, functional specifications, Agile practices, and architectural roadmaps - Deliver project work within agreed timelines, budgets, and quality standards Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree in business/technical domains - SAP certifications/training in specified module(s)/process areas - Over 8 years of relevant professional IT experience in the related functional area - Proven experience in SAP S/4HANA using High Radius and eco-system applications, particularly in Financial Accounting & Controlling and integration with Sales & Distribution module - Excellent knowledge of Invoice-to-Cash processes including Credit Risk Management, Cash Application, Disputes & Collection Management - Experience in Agile project delivery, international environment management, and advising senior stakeholders on complex issues - Ability to manage internal and external experts across different locations and time zones Additional Company Details: Novartis is committed to reimagining medicine to improve and extend people's lives. The company values diversity and inclusion in creating an outstanding work environment. If you are looking to contribute to breakthrough innovations and join a community of passionate individuals, Novartis offers a rewarding and inclusive work culture.,