Business Analyst (SAP-FI/CO)

MedImmune is a recognized leader in the biotechnology industry, we use the latest advances in science, technology and medicine to develop innovative products that improve the quality of human health. We strive to create a work environment that is professionally and personally rewarding, characterized by respect, integrity and opportunities for growth. Hundreds of thousands of patients have benefited from our products, which are designed to treat or prevent infectious diseases, cancer and inflammatory diseases. Our extensive research and development efforts are focused on these same areas. Both individual contributions and team successes are critical on the path to scientific and medical breakthroughs.Position Title: Business Analyst (SAP-FI/CO) Department Name: Information Technology Location: Gaithersburg Job ID Number: 00200 Job Description Position will work in IT addressing the business technology needs within the areas of Finance and Controlling Operations. Position will be responsible for understanding business problems and working with relationship managers, business analysts and technical teams to develop technology solutions in support of business needs. In addition, position will be responsible for overseeing technology solutions; implementing system-based solutions; and managing vendor partners and internal resources in the delivery and support of technology to satisfy MedImmune’s business capability needs.Position will be responsible for technical oversight and management of projects. Position will own technical requirements definition based on functional requirements and taking the solution blueprint, in conjunction with the user requirements, and turning it into a detailed design or configuration. Position will assess the scope of new project efforts by estimating the work involved, resources required and time line for technical delivery efforts. Position owns solution prototyping and change management, blueprinting (fit/gap) and quality assurance; manages the development and delivery activities within SDD in support of project and non-project activities. Has direct responsibility for the overall success of the assigned project and deliverables, either through direct participation or oversight. Projects may include new applications and modules, major or minor enhancements to existing applications or modules and product upgrades. Position RequirementsPosition will work with business owners, relationship managers and IT to manage the development to production and the production to operations activities following established methodology. Activities include internal code reviews, testing, supporting user acceptance testing, developing a support approach, application training, disaster recovery plans, application process maps and others as defined by the IT PMO. Position will keep customers (to include business owners, relationship managers, and internal IT management) apprised of progress, issues, and risks in a timely manner. Position will practice risk management strategies to ensure that project commitments are realistic and met. Position will participate in the establishment and implementation of SDLC methodologies, ITIL processes and IT PMO processes and ensure that IT projects adhere to those standards and meet customer expectationsInternational travel may be required. Educations: Education: Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university is required. Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer-related curriculum is desired.3+ years SAP Finance/Controlling Module experience is required. At least 2 full life cycle SAP FI/CO implementation experience is required. Strong knowledge of Finance and Controlling functions. Experience with SOX controls and Project Systems is preferable.Experience: 7+ years of work experience; 5+ years of IT work experience, with progressively more responsibility; Proven track record of managing and coordinating several projects simultaneously while delivering on time, on schedule, and meeting customer expectations; Experience project planning from project inception through transition to operational support; 1-2 years in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or consumer goods environment; 2-3 years of managing technical resources to include internal and vendor partners; Ability to provide leadership, management and technical expertise to a culturally diverse, technically-oriented staffSkills: Demonstrated ability to manage software development teams, implementation of off the shelf software packages, and interdependencies within an IT development organization. Demonstrated ability to manage cost, schedule, and performance of IT development projects and departments. Demonstrated ability to manage different development resources to include, internal, external, contracted staff augmentation resources, and outsourcing partners. Proven ability to identify, manage and mitigate issues and risks.Demonstrated oral and written communication skills. Experience presenting project information in a formal and informal setting. Demonstrated focus on meeting customer expectations and working with a customer service mindset. Demonstrated interpersonal skills with experience working on diverse teams. Demonstrated ability to conduct facilitated sessions with end users and business owners in order to define requirements and review projeCLICK HERE TO APPLY MedImmune, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Job Title: Business Analyst (SAP-FI/CO) Location:  US-MD-Gaithersburg Status:  Full Time, Employee Job Category:  Sales/Retail/Business Development