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Enow Mercy

Enow Mercy

Summary

A multi-skilled & result oriented SAP FICO (Finance and Controlling) Consultant, having 9 years’ experience in SAP with 2 full life cycle implementations. Experienced in Financial Accounting (FI) Enterprise Structure: Configuration and customizing Company code, Creating GL, account codes and Chart of Accounts, Configuration of Global settings *New General Ledger / Classical GL: Activation of New GL Accounting, define ledger for GL, Migration to New GL, and Migration Cockpit * Accounts Receivable: Building AR Business module, Configuring and Customizing Customer master data, Customer payments, Customer invoice processing. Oder to cash process, Finance documents Global settings (Posting Keys, payment terms), Dunning and Reporting * Accounts Payable: Building AP Business module, Configuring and Customizing vendor master data, Vendor account groups, House banks, Procurement to pay process, Vendor invoice processing, Document parking, Outgoing payment, and Reporting *Asset Accounting: Configuring Chart of Depreciation, Depreciation Areas, Depreciation Keys, Creation of Asset Classes, Asset Number Ranges, Account Determination, and Managing acquisition of new Asset with Asset Under Construction (AUC).

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior SAP FICO Consultant

Freelance
11.2022 - Current
  • Provide consulting services on both new and existing implementations and support projects.
  • Conduct thorough business process analysis, identifying areas for improvement and aligning them with best practice SAP FICO solutions.
  • Select the most relevant tools/techniques to meet specific client requirements.
  • Develop solutions to client problems through application of methods and tools; validates solutions to subject matter experts.
  • Demonstrate accountability and contribution to the successful realization of client goals
  • Provide a 24/7 support for critical financial processes during month-end and year-end closings, ensuring timely completion of crucial activities.
  • Facilitate a smooth transition during an ERP upgrade, migrating critical financial data into the new SAP FICO platform.
  • Traveled to some clients locations to implement SAP solutions and offered post-installation support services.
  • Provide expert guidance on integrating third-party applications with the core SAP platform, ensuring seamless information flow between systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate SAP FICO with other key business systems, improving overall operational efficiency.
  • Enhance financial operations by implementing and configuring SAP FICO modules.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on multiple large-scale projects involving significant process re-engineering efforts and multiple stakeholder groups.
  • Performed internal system acceptance to deliver well-tested enhancements and meet business requirements.

SAP FICO Consultant

Dangote Cement
08.2019 - 10.2022
  • Configured and process all business transactions for Account Payables (AP), Account Receivables (AR) including payment program configuration and integration for Automatic Payment Program (APP) and generated the payment advise notes and print the checks to make the payment for all AP that are due for vendors and customers account and maintained Bank Master Data House Banks for payment program and credit management.
  • Managed risks associated with currency fluctuations by implementing hedging strategies within the finance modules.
  • SD Module: Process, Integrate and customize Sales and Distribution (SD) by creating various Sales Org structures such Sales Org, Sales Office, division, channel, and sales group and for payment, Interest calculation, Billing and incoming payments and determined the automatic account assignment. Electronic Bank Statement EBS, Lockbox, EDI, AR, AP, and Set up Automatic Payment Program (APP) with Lockbox-EBS-DMEE, Search Strings- XML and iDocs) interfaces.
  • Work with project implementation team to create and set up Company third party Selling (Drop Ship), Intercompany Selling, Consignment and Billing processes: Automatic Payment Program (APP) with Lockbox-EBS-DMEE, Search Strings- XML and iDocs).
  • Worked on period-end-closing, fiscal-yearend-closing, material ledger, actual costing, profitability analysis, profit center accounting, and reconciliation issues.
  • Facilitated a smooth transition during an ERP upgrade, migrating critical financial data into the new SAP FICO platform.
  • Performed internal system acceptance to deliver well-tested enhancements and meet business requirements.
  • Conducted gap analysis and process improvements within the finance function, leading to increased efficiency in financial operations.
  • Played a pivotal role in the development of comprehensive documentation, including functional specifications, configuration guides, and end-user manuals, enabling seamless knowledge transfer to project stakeholders.
  • Delivered SAP training, user support and knowledge transfer at end of project and followed up to verify successful implementation.
  • Configured and customized SAP modules to align with client business processes.
  • Collaborated with upper management to drive strategy and implement new processes.
  • Managed multiple full-cycle implementations of SAP FICO solutions resulting in significant cost savings and process efficiencies for clients.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully complete complex SAP projects within tight deadlines.
  • Reduced month-end closing timeframes by automating key financial processes using advanced SAP FICO functionalities.
  • Traveled to client locations to implement SAP solutions and offered post-installation support services.
  • Implemented best practices throughout all stages of the project lifecycle, ensuring high-quality deliverables within budget constraints.

SAP FICO Analyst

Supermont
02.2015 - 07.2019

Role: SAP Finance Analyst for Supermont, Material Management and Sales Distribution Integration.

  • Implemented New GL, activated new Ledger, performed document splitting, Parallel Accounting and periodic processing.
  • Accounts Receivable: Building AR Business module, Configuring and Customizing Customer master data, Debtor management, Customer payments, Customer invoice processing, Order to cash process, Finance documents Global settings (Posting Keys, payment terms), Dunning.
  • Accounts Payable: Building AP Business module, Configuring and Customizing vendor master data, vendor account groups, define sensitive fields for dual control, House banks, Invoice processing, Document parking, Outgoing payment, Reporting, Check printing, Voiding checks, matching invoice with purchase.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop integrated solutions using SAP FICO capabilities, enhancing overall business performance.
  • Configured Controlling Area Settings, Number ranges, and Maintained Versions.
  • Optimized tax calculation procedures in the SAP FICO system, ensuring timely filing and minimizing errors.
  • Configured and Customized CO – General Controlling, Product Costing, Profit Center Accounting, Cost Center Accounting; and Internal Orders.
  • Responsible for supporting and independently completing project tasks.
  • Implemented budgeting and forecasting activities within the organization using advanced features available within the SAP FI/CO module.
  • Identified and solved problems using analysis, experience, and decision making.
  • Integrated FICO with MM that is Material Management and Sales Distribution focusing on the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and Order-to-Cash (OTC) processes
  • Maintained quality-focused performance benchmarks and schedules when directing project teams.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Troubleshot and resolved complex issues related to general ledger entries within the SAP environment, maintaining data integrity at all times.
  • Ensured compliance with accounting standards and regulations by configuring and maintaining the SAP FICO system accordingly.
  • Trained end-users on best practices for utilizing the full potential of the implemented SAP FICO modules.
  • Developed customized reports using ABAP programming, meeting specific needs of finance and management teams.
  • Improved cash flow management by utilizing SAP FICO functionalities for efficient accounts receivable and payable monitoring.

Customer Service Representative

MTN
08.2013 - 09.2014
  • Optimized email marketing campaigns to maximize open rates, click-through rates, and conversions.
  • Implemented new strategies to improve click-through rates and conversion.
  • Created and deployed social media content, engaged with target audiences and boosted reach with strategic ad placements.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop integrated marketing plans that included both traditional and digital channels.
  • Optimized e-commerce campaigns through A/B testing to increase online sales.
  • Created Pay-Per-Click campaigns to drive targeted traffic to company website.
  • Monitored digital marketing analytics, identifying trends and making data-driven adjustments to improve performance.
  • Increased brand awareness with ambassador partnerships and targeted email campaigns.
  • Increased brand visibility by developing and implementing data-driven digital marketing strategies.
  • Cultivated a strong online community by engaging with followers, responding to comments and messages, and proactively addressing customer concerns.
  • Optimized company website to improve engine ranking, user experiences and conversion rates.
  • Developed digital marketing strategies by creating and implementing plans to reach and engage target audiences.
  • Created social media content with innovative brand messaging to support new product launches.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Sales And Marketing Education

University of Douala
Douala Cameroon
06.2013

Skills

  • Hands on experience in designing and implementing FI (GL/AP/AR/AA), Banking-Testing and validation workflow programs and variants with Automatic Payment Program (APP), CO (CCA/IO/PA) and heavy integration with SD,MM,PP,BPC
  • Integration with various modules and systems like ARIBA, Concur
  • Good understanding of integration points between SAP and non-SAP Systems
  • Strong functional experience in Migration, up-gradation, Implementation, Customization, Configuration, Integration, Testing, User Training and Support
  • Full life cycle implementations using ASAP methodology & Activate Methodology
  • MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio, Access Excel, and Word
  • Excellent understanding of business analysis, financial management and business operations
  • Understanding Blue-Print, Realization, Configuration, Final Preparation-Unit Integration Testing User Acceptance Testing
  • SAP implementation techniques
  • System configuration
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Experience with SAP FICO Integration of SD and MM
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Good knowledge of Concur, VIM, Arriba and integration with SAP
  • End-user Training and Post Go Live
  • S/4 HANA
  • Testing and Maintenance
  • Problem Solving (troubleshooting)

Languages

English
Proficient
C2
French
Proficient
C2

Certification

  • SAP S/4HANA for Finance and Controlling (SAP S/4HANA 1909)

Hobbies

  • Movies: Enjoy exploring various film genres and staying updated with the latest releases.
  • Fitness: Regularly go to the gym for workouts to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
  • Travel: Passionate about traveling, discovering new cultures, and meeting new people.
  • Food: Enthusiastic about trying new cuisines and enjoying diverse culinary experiences.
  • Music: Play the guitar and love singing, which provides a creative outlet and relaxation.

Timeline

Senior SAP FICO Consultant

Freelance
11.2022 - Current

SAP FICO Consultant

Dangote Cement
08.2019 - 10.2022

SAP FICO Analyst

Supermont
02.2015 - 07.2019

Customer Service Representative

MTN
08.2013 - 09.2014

Bachelor of Commerce - Sales And Marketing Education

University of Douala
Enow Mercy