Systems Analyst SAP

GREGORY L. PAYLOR

**** ******* ***** 704-***-****

Tega Cay, SC 29708 Email: ********@*****.***

PROFILE

Result oriented, energetic SAP FICO Systems Analyst with 20 years’ experience implementing and optimizing SAP FI/CO modules. Well versed in collaborating with internal customers, Project Managers, Department Directors, and vendors to lead technology implementation initiatives. Adept at analyzing complex data, troubleshooting issues, maintenance, configuration, and delivering solutions that improve business efficiency and accuracy. Multiple SAP implementation and upgrade project experience.

COMPETENCIES

Strategic Planning

Change Management

Project Management

Process Improvements

Goal Setting/KPIs

Cross-Functional Communication

Leadership

Team Coaching & Development

Consensus Building

Continuous Quality Improvement

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Microsoft Office Suite; SAP (MM, FI, CO, SD, BI); R-3; Full SAP Implementation; Microsoft Suite; Microsoft Outlook; Lotus Notes; File Manager; SAP S/4 Hana Implementation; Peachtree Accounting Solutions; SOX Compliance; Analytics for Office (AFO), SAP System Upgrades

WORK EXPERIENCE

CONTINENTAL TIRE, Fort Mill, SC 11/06 – 02/23

FINANCIAL SYSTEM ANALYST, SAP 09/23 – Present

FUNCTIONAL EXPERT IN SALES SYSTEMS (FICO, SD, COPA)

Global Key User and functional expert in SAP CO and SD

Provide technical support and troubleshooting for SAP CO issues, resolving user queries and system errors promptly.

Participated in system testing and quality assurance processes to ensure the reliability of SAP CO solutions.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate SAP CO with other SAP modules.

Assist with the development of business proposals and the company-wide functionality of systems.

Developed and delivered training programs for end-users, increasing adoption and proficiency in SAP FICO functionalities.

Assist in the configuration and support of SAP CO modules, focusing on improving reporting and process efficiency.

Liaison between Business Units and IT to ensure successful implementation of new procedures and processes.

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WORK EXPERIENCE (Continued)

UNILIN FLOORING, Thomasville, NC 3/05 – 10/06

BUSINESS SYSTEMS COORDINATOR/IT

Served as SAP Director for all departments’ sales and distribution, finance, IT, materials management, and warehouse management.

Functioned as Subject Matter Expert within modules of SAP (MM, SD, FICO) and the sole point-of-contact between all the business units and developers.

Member of Initial SAP Implementation Team in conversion to SAP.

Provide production support by trouble-shooting problems that are encountered by end users and super users.

Worked with Project Managers in the various modules SD, FI, CO, and MM during conversion.

Shared ownership and accountability for successful project implementation with business units.

Tracked project in real-time to take a proactive versus response to risks and opportunities.

DUKE UNIVERSITY, Durham, NC 1/00 – 2/05

FINANCIAL ANALYST, Office of Information Technology 7/04 – 2/05

Make recommendations to Department of Director to improve financial systems.

Assisted various departments in formulating and refining short and long-term financial goals for each department through consultation with Departmental Directors and administrative staff.

Assisted with development of new business proposals including budget preparation, project specifications, capital investments, pricing structures and marketing strategies.

Analyzed monthly financial statements to determine proper charging of operating revenues and expenditures.

EDUCATION

GUILFORD COLLEGE, Greensboro, NC

Bachelor of Science in BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

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