Master Data Expert - Finance

**Job title**: _Master Data Expert - Finance_ * **Location**_: Hyderabad_ Opella is the self-care challenger with the purest and **third-largest portfolio in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market globally**.   Our mission is to bring health in people’s hands by **making self-care as simple as it should be**. For half a billion consumers worldwide – and counting. At the core of this mission is our **100 loved brands**, our **11,000-strong global team, our 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites** and 4 specialized science and innovation development centers. Headquartered in France, Opella is the proud maker of many of the world’s most loved brands, including Allegra, Buscopan, Doliprane, Dulcolax, Enterogermina, Essentiale and Mucosolvan. **B Corp certified in multiple markets**, we are active players in the journey towards healthier people and planet. Find out more about our mission at [www.opella.com](http://www.opella.com). About the job: _We are seeking an experienced SAP MDG Finance Techno-Functional Lead to support a major Finance Master Data transformation and SAP MDG implementation within a global healthcare organization._ _This is a manager-level, hands-on role that requires a strong combination of SAP Finance Master Data process knowledge and SAP MDG technical capabilities. The successful candidate will work closely with Finance, Data Governance, Enterprise Architecture, SAP ERP, integration, and implementation teams to design and deliver scalable Finance Master Data solutions._ _The role will be responsible for leading the end-to-end SAP MDG Finance workstream, including requirements analysis, solution design, configuration, data modeling, workflow design, integration, testing, migration, deployment, and post-go-live stabilization._ Main responsibilities: _SAP MDG Finance Solution Leadership_ * _Lead the techno-functional design and implementation of SAP MDG for Finance Master Data._ * _Serve as the primary subject matter expert for SAP MDG-F across business process, functional design, configuration, workflow, data model, and integration areas._ * _Translate Finance and Data Governance requirements into scalable SAP MDG solution designs._ * _Lead current-state assessments, fit-gap analysis, future-state process design, solution architecture, configuration, testing, deployment, and stabilization._ * _Ensure the SAP MDG solution aligns with Finance transformation objectives, enterprise architecture standards, and the SAP S/4HANA roadmap._ * _Review technical and functional designs produced by internal teams and implementation partners._ * _Identify opportunities to use standard SAP MDG capabilities and minimize unnecessary customization._ _Finance Master Data Expertise_ * _Provide techno-functional expertise across Finance Master Data domains, including:_ * _General Ledger Accounts_ * _Chart of Accounts_ * _Cost Centers_ * _Profit Centers_ * _Company Codes_ * _Business Areas_ * _Functional Areas_ * _Internal Orders_ * _Financial hierarchies_ * _Consolidation-related master data_ * _Finance reference data and organizational structures_ * _Understand how Finance Master Data is used across SAP FI, SAP CO, financial reporting, planning, consolidation, tax, treasury, and analytics._ * _Define global data standards, field definitions, naming conventions, validation requirements, and lifecycle rules._ * _Support the harmonization of Finance Master Data across countries, business units, and ERP platforms._ * _Ensure alignment between master data structures and global Finance business processes._ _SAP MDG Configuration and Development_ * _Configure and enhance SAP MDG Finance processes, including:_ * _Change request types_ * _Workflow steps and approval routing_ * _User interfaces_ * _Business activities_ * _Data models_ * _Entity types_ * _Relationships_ * _Field properties_ * _Validations and derivations_ * _Duplicate checks_ * _Search capabilities_ * _Number ranges_ * _Edition and hierarchy management_ * _Configure SAP MDG Business Rule Framework Plus, or BRF+, for validations, derivations, and workflow routing._ * _Support configuration of Floorplan Manager and SAP MDG user interfaces._ * _Design and support custom enhancements using SAP enhancement frameworks when standard functionality is insufficient._ * _Work with ABAP developers to define and review:_ * _Business Add-Ins_ * _Enhancement spots_ * _Custom classes_ * _Workflow agents_ * _User exits_ * _Custom validations and derivations_ * _Data replication enhancements_ * _Troubleshoot configuration, workflow, data model, and integration issues._ * _Perform root-cause analysis and coordinate technical resolution of SAP MDG defects._ _Workflow and Governance Design_ * _Design end-to-end workflows for Finance Master Data creation, change, extension, blocking, and retirement._ * _Configure rule-based workflow routing based on master data type, business unit, geography, risk, and approval authority._ * _Define roles for Data Owners, Data Stewards, Finance Process Owners, Shared Services, and Technology teams._ * _Implement segregation-of-duties and approval controls within SAP MDG workflows._ * _Ensure workflow designs support auditability, regulatory expectations, and internal control requirements._ * _Develop escalation, rejection, rework, delegation, and exception-handling processes._ * _Support workflow monitoring and continuous optimization._ _Integration and Data Replication_ * _Design integration between SAP MDG and SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, Central Finance, consolidation, planning, reporting, and downstream applications._ * _Configure and support Finance Master Data replication using technologies such as:_ * _Data Replication Framework_ * _IDoc_ * _Web services_ * _SAP Application Link Enabling_ * _Remote Function Calls_ * _SAP Integration Suite_ * _APIs_ * _Define replication models, target systems, filters, mappings, and distribution rules._ * _Support key mapping and value mapping between source and target systems._ * _Troubleshoot replication failures, interface errors, and synchronization issues._ * _Collaborate with middleware, integration, and ERP teams to ensure accurate and timely data distribution._ * _Ensure approved master data is consistently replicated to all required consuming systems._ _Data Modeling and Enhancements_ * _Review and extend the standard SAP MDG Finance data model when required._ * _Define custom entities, attributes, relationships, and business rules._ * _Assess whether requirements should be addressed through configuration, data model extension, or custom development._ * _Ensure data model changes are scalable, supportable, and aligned with enterprise standards._ * _Develop clear functional and technical specifications for enhancements._ * _Review technical designs, code, and test results with development teams._ * _Ensure custom solutions follow SAP best practices and organizational development standards._ _Data Migration and Initial Load_ * _Lead the techno-functional aspects of Finance Master Data migration into SAP MDG and target ERP systems._ * _Define source-to-target mappings, transformation rules, data-cleansing requirements, and validation controls._ * _Support data extraction, profiling, deduplication, enrichment, conversion, and reconciliation._ * _Work with migration teams to design initial-load and mass-upload approaches._ * _Support migration using SAP Migration Cockpit, Data Services, custom upload programs, APIs, or other approved tools._ * _Validate loaded master data against business and technical acceptance criteria._ * _Support mock migrations, cutover rehearsals, production cutover, and post-load reconciliation._ * _Resolve data-quality and technical issues discovered during migration cycles._ _Data Quality and Controls_ * _Define and implement validation, derivation, completeness, uniqueness, and consistency rules for Finance Master Data._ * _Ensure rules are implemented at the appropriate stage of the SAP MDG process._ * _Support integration with enterprise data-quality and data-governance tools where applicable._ * _Define data-quality KPIs and operational monitoring reports._ * _Identify recurring data issues and recommend preventive controls._ * _Ensure Finance Master Data supports audit, compliance, and financial-control requirements._ * _Partner with Data Governance teams to align SAP MDG with enterprise policies and standards._ _Testing and Deployment_ * _Define the SAP MDG Finance testing strategy and test coverage._ * _Lead or support:_ * _Unit testing_ * _Functional testing_ * _System integration testing_ * _User acceptance testing_ * _Regression testing_ * _Performance testing_ * _Security testing_ * _Develop detailed test scenarios for workflows, validations, derivations, data replication, hierarchy management, and exception handling._ * _Coordinate defect triage and resolution across functional, technical, integration, and business teams._ * _Support transport management and deployment across development, quality, and production environments._ * _Lead cutover planning and go-live readiness activities._ * _Provide post-go-live support and stabilization._ _Security and Access Management_ * _Define SAP MDG roles and authorization requirements in collaboration with SAP Security teams._ * _Ensure users have appropriate access based on their responsibilities._ * _Support the design of Data Owner, Data Steward, Approver, Requester, Administrator, and Support roles._ * _Ensure segregation-of-duties requirements are incorporated into the solution._ * _Support authorization testing and resolution of access-related issues._ _Program and Stakeholder Management_ * _Lead the SAP MDG Finance techno-functional workstream across global and regional teams._ * _Partner with Finance leaders, Global Process Owners, Data Owners, Data Stewards, architects, developers, and implementation partners._ * _Facilitate design workshops and decision-making sessions._ * _Manage workstream plans, deliverables, dependencies, risks, issues, and decisions._ * _Provide clear status updates to program leadership and senior stakeholders._ * _Coordinate onshore, offshore, internal, and vendor resources._ * _Review implementation partner deliverables and ensure quality and adherence to agreed standards._ * _Mentor SAP MDG consultants, analysts, developers, and Data Stewards._ _Documentation and Knowledge Transfer_ * _Develop and maintain:_ * _Solution design documents_ * _Functional specifications_ * _Technical specifications_ * _Configuration documents_ * _Data model documentation_ * _Workflow designs_ * _Interface specifications_ * _Test scripts_ * _Operating procedures_ * _Support documentation_ * _Create training materials and user guides._ * _Conduct knowledge-transfer sessions for Finance users, Data Stewards, SAP support teams, and administrators._ * _Support the transition of the implemented solution to application maintenance and support teams._ About you: _Required Qualifications_ * _Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field._ * _10 or more years of experience in SAP, Finance Master Data, master data management, or enterprise applications._ * _Strong techno-functional experience with SAP Master Data Governance for Financials._ * _Experience leading or supporting at least one full-cycle SAP MDG Finance implementation._ * _Strong understanding of SAP FI and SAP CO processes and master data._ * _Hands-on experience with SAP MDG configuration, including change requests, workflow, data models, validations, derivations, and user interfaces._ * _Experience with BRFplus and rule-based workflow._ * _Experience with the Data Replication Framework and SAP master data replication._ * _Understanding of ABAP concepts and the ability to work effectively with ABAP development teams._ * _Experience defining Business Add-Ins, enhancements, interfaces, custom validations, and technical specifications._ * _Experience with SAP ECC and/or SAP S/4HANA._ * _Experience with master data migration, data mapping, cleansing, validation, and reconciliation._ * _Strong understanding of data governance, data ownership, stewardship, and data-quality principles._ * _Experience working with integrations, APIs, IDocs, web services, or middleware platforms._ * _Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills._ * _Experience working in global transformation or multi-country implementation programs._ * _Strong communication, facilitation, documentation, and stakeholder-management skills._ * _Ability to communicate effectively with both business and technical stakeholders._ _Preferred Qualifications_ * _SAP certification in SAP MDG, SAP S/4HANA Finance, SAP FI/CO, or a related area._ * _Experience in healthcare, consumer healthcare, pharmaceutical, medical device, or life sciences organizations._ * _Experience with SAP Central Finance or SAP Group Reporting._ * _Experience with SAP Fiori and SAP Business Workflow._ * _Knowledge of Floorplan Manager and Web Dynpro applications._ * _Experience with SAP Integration Suite, SAP Process Integration, SAP Process Orchestration, or similar middleware technologies._ * _Understanding of SAP MDG consolidation and mass-processing capabilities._ * _Experience with cloud data-governance, metadata-management, or data-quality platforms._ * _Familiarity with Informatica data governance or data quality solutions is an advantage._ * _Experience implementing SAP MDG in a regulated environment._ * _Experience working with Global Business Services or Finance Shared Services._ * _Experience managing implementation partners and offshore delivery teams._ * _Familiarity with SAP Activate, Agile, Scrum, or hybrid delivery methodologies._ _Technical Skills_ _The ideal candidate should have experience in several of the following areas:_ * _SAP MDG-F_ * _SAP S/4HANA Finance_ * _SAP FI and CO_ * _BRFplus_ * _Rule-based workflow_ * _Data Replication Framework_ * _IDocs and ALE_ * _Web services and APIs_ * _Floorplan Manager_ * _Web Dynpro_ * _SAP Fiori_ * _SAP Business Workflow_ * _ABAP enhancement concepts_ * _Business Add-Ins and enhancement frameworks_ * _Key mapping and value mapping_ * _SAP Solution Manager or Cloud ALM_ * _SAP Integration Suite or middleware technologies_ * _Data migration and mass-upload tools_ * _Finance Master Data hierarchy management_ _Key Competencies_ * _SAP MDG Finance techno-functional expertise_ * _Finance Master Data process knowledge_ * _Solution architecture and design_ * _Workflow and business-rule configuration_ * _Data modeling and integration_ * _Technical troubleshooting_ * _Data migration and reconciliation_ * _Data governance and data quality_ * _Global transformation delivery_ * _Stakeholder and vendor management_ * _Team leadership and mentoring_ * _Strong analytical and problem-solving skills_ _What Success Looks Like_ _The successful candidate will:_ * _Deliver a stable, scalable, and supportable SAP MDG Finance solution._ * _Establish standardized global Finance Master Data processes._ * _Translate complex Finance requirements into effective technical and functional solutions._ * _Reduce manual processing, duplication, and inconsistent local practices._ * _Improve the accuracy, completeness, governance, and auditability of Finance Master Data._ * _Ensure reliable integration and replication across SAP and non-SAP systems._ * _Build strong collaboration between Finance, Data Governance, Technology, and implementation teams._ * _Support successful user adoption and transition into ongoing operations._ * _Create a sustainable foundation for future SAP S/4HANA and Finance transformation initiatives._ Why us? At Opella, you will enjoy doing challenging, purposeful work, empowered to develop consumer brands with passion and creativity. This is your chance to grow new skills and be part of a bold, collaborative, and inclusive culture where people can thrive and be at their best every day. **We Are Challengers.** We are dedicated to making self-care as simple as it should be. That starts with our culture. We are challengers by nature, and this is how we do things: **All In Together:** We keep each other honest and have each other's backs. **Courageous:** We break boundaries and take thoughtful risks with creativity. **Outcome-Obsessed:** We are personally accountable, driving sustainable impact and results with integrity. **Radically Simple:** We strive to make things simple for us and simple for consumers, as it should be. Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands. [www.opella.com/en/careers](http://www.opella.com/en/careers)