BW Programmer Analyst (Finance)

Responsibilities:This position will be responsible for BW support as it relates to the Financial Modules implemented in the current SAP BW 3.5 landscape. This individual is expected to support end-to-end implementation of new SAP BW functionality from detailed business requirements to design, development and implementation of SAP BW data access solutions. Data access solutions include SAP BW BEX (Business Explorer) Web and Analyzer. The role will be techno functional in nature with a high degree of customer focus. The candidate will be expected to work on both back-end and front-end aspects of BW and will need to act as a liaison with the Basis and Security teams as needed. This role will also address day-to-day Production Support activities on the BW System including load monitoring and performance tuning. Requirements:The candidate must have a minimum of five years of overall SAP experience, with at least three years of BW experience (3.0B or higher). Experience supporting the Finance Functional Area in BW is a must (FI-GL, CO, PCA, IM and PS). Experience with Project Systems and HR BW Reporting is a plus. The applicant must be knowledgeable about Data warehousing concepts with expert knowledge in BW. The ability to drive requirement gathering and document functional and technical specifications is required. The candidate must have excellent data modeling skills. Expert knowledge with respect to back-end and front-end BW configuration (Bex and Web) is essential. The individual must have the ability to enhance R3 data sources, update and transfer rules and create custom variables. S/he must have experience with configuring process chains and event chains. The ability to understand performance implications of a design option and propose optimal solutions to reporting needs is imperative to this role. The incumbent must have experience with BW, Portal Integration is a big plus, as well as experience with daily production support and load monitoring. A demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment is essential. S/he must possess proven skills in relationship building, customer-focus and problem solving, and should be a strong team player with good communication skills. Pharmaceutical/Biotech experience is desirable. The ideal candidate will have experience with validated or controlled IT environments; education or training in Accounting or Finance; and knowledge of the financial budgeting and forecasting process. Genentech is dedicated to fostering an environment that is inclusive and encourages diversity of thought, style, skills and perspective. To learn more about our current opportunities, please visit: careers.gene.com and reference Req. #1000020615. Please use “Web – Monster” when a "source" is requested. Genentech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.