Process Architect

Central Garden & Pet
vision insurance, parental leave, sick time, 401(k)
United States, Illinois, Schaumburg
1501 Woodfield Road (Show on map)
Feb 25, 2025
Description Our Corporate Information Services team is seeking a Process Architect for the SAP Finance Technology Team. This role is responsible for defining, implementing, governing, and managing Central's standard processes around finance with a focus on minimizing the creation of unnecessary workarounds and implementing optimizations where necessary. The Process Architect will be essential in onboarding and training new users during project phases and day-to-day operations within the Record to Report (RTR) area. As a primary liaison to the business, the Process Architect will collaborate closely with key stakeholders to ensure high-quality standards are consistently maintained in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Own the governance of the SAP Financial solution and related technologies. Demonstrate ability to optimize business processes and procedures by gathering and defining business requirements for business capabilities. Ability to work with business executives to ensure processes meet operational needs. Ability to define business architecture to meet strategic requirements. Effectively define, implement, and manage global process standards while preventing the development of unnecessary workarounds. Assist in developing and deploying user training for new and existing users in the SAP Financial area. Build deep functional expertise in Central's financial business processes and related technologies. Engage and partner with other SAP teams, process owners, and key business stakeholders on solution design and implementation. Partner with internal/external auditors on yearly financial systems audit Assist with the implementation of projects, including requirements gathering, detailed design, governance, testing, data prep, training, and conversion. Develop relationships with key business partners built on trust and transparency. Resolve production support incidents/respond to user inquiries. Assist in the design and maintenance of SAP financial data. QUALIFICATIONS Strong hands-on experience with the SAP FICO modules required, specifically General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Product Costing, Accounting related Master data (Profit Centers, Cost Centers, GL Accounts) Strong experience and knowledge of industry-standard accounting processes required. Demonstrated track record in implementing SAP FICO functionality. Experience with Billing/Finance, Payroll, Financial Consolidation, Treasury, and Reporting/Analytics/Business Intelligence processes MINIMUM EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION 7+ years of experience deploying and supporting SAP Finance and Controlling Modules or similar ERP solutions. A BS/BA in computer technology or business management is preferred. WORKING CONDITIONS Typical duties will occur in an office setting; however, candidates must visit our manufacturing and distribution facilities as needed. % Travel 10-25%, Based on project needs POSITION INFORMATION This position pays $86,000 - $116,000 annually, based on experience BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Free Life and Disability Insurance Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time Employee Assistance Program Access to thousands of free online courses Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more! Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications) Referral Program with a cash bonus Access to on-demand pay. Paid parental leave. Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2023 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company's innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro, Aqueon, Cadet, Farnam, Ferry-Morse, Four Paws, Kaytee, K&H, Nylabone and Pennington, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California and has 6,700 employees across North America and Europe. Visit www.central.com to learn more. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. #LI-CM1