SAC Planning Specialist / Consultant

SAC Planning Specialist / Consultant Alpharetta, GA Job Details $100,000 - $130,000 a year 13 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Performance dashboard reports Data model design Financial planning Financial forecasting Stakeholder engagement Budget management Microsoft Excel Data Integration (Data management) Machine learning/AI-based analysis Node.js Computer Science Variance analysis Cloud data warehouses Financial model development Automation Data modeling projects

SAP HANA SAP

Data reporting Project timeline management Consulting experience

SAP BW 4HANA

Snowflake Change management Budget forecasting Schedule management Technical solutions implementation Managing budgets in a finance role Solution architecture design Bachelor's degree Continuous improvement Team management Access control implementation Requirements analysis Mentoring Implementing APIs User acceptance testing SAP Analytics Cloud Microsoft Teams Agile Predictive analytics Presentation creation UI JSON Data validation Root cause analysis Workshop facilitation Financial management Business requirements Real-time data processing implementation Senior level AI Cross-functional collaboration Bachelor's degree in computer science Project leadership Escalation handling Communication skills Python Cross-functional communication Training delivery Excel data analysis Stakeholder management Full Job Description e Technical/Functional Skills # Skill / Technology # Skill / Technology Proficiency Level 1 SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) - 6+ years 7 Revenue Planning & Driver-based Models Expert 2 Python (data pipelines, automation, ML forecasting) 8 Cost Center & Profit Center Planning Expert 3 Node.js (API integrations, backend services) 9 Budgeting & Rolling Forecast Expert 4 JavaScript (SAC scripting, custom widgets, Analytics Designer) 10 SAC Data Actions & Allocations Expert 5 SAP

BPC / BW / HANA

integration 11 Snowflake / Data Warehouse connectivity Advanced 6 REST API / OData / JSON (data connectivity) 12 MS Excel Advanced (model validation, Power Query)

Advanced Key Responsibilities:

Finance Planning & FP&A Lead end-to-end implementation of Revenue Planning, Cost Planning, Headcount Planning, Budgeting, and Rolling Forecast processes within SAC. Configure driver-based planning models, allocation rules, distribution & spreading logic, and advanced formula-based calculations. Set up Planning Calendars, workflows, task assignments, and review/approval cycles (Schedule phase).

Enable Predict capabilities:

configure automated time-series forecasting (predictive scenarios) and planning propositions using SAC built-in ML features. Support ACT vs. BUD variance analysis, asymmetric reporting, and management reporting dashboards. SAC Architecture & Planning Model Design Design and configure SAC Planning models for Cost Center Planning, Profit Center Planning, Project Planning, and Group Reporting aligned to the architecture shown in the SAC Overview (Prepare Schedule Predict Plan Visualize Finalize Collaborate cycle). Build and maintain multi-dimensional planning models integrating actuals from

SAP ECC / SAP

HANA and HR data from HR systems, CF Portal exchange rates, and master data. Configure Snowflake connectors and live/import data connections for real-time analytics and planning. Develop and maintain integration pipelines with Microsoft Teams and Excel-based reporting exports. Fin ance Planning & FP&A Lead end-to-end implementation of Revenue Planning, Cost Planning, Headcount Planning, Budgeting, and Rolling Forecast processes within SAC. Configure driver-based planning models, allocation rules, distribution & spreading logic, and advanced formula-based calculations. Set up Planning Calendars, workflows, task assignments, and review/approval cycles (Schedule phase).

Enable Predict capabilities:

configure automated time-series forecasting (predictive scenarios) and planning propositions using SAC built-in ML features. Support ACT vs. BUD variance analysis, asymmetric reporting, and management reporting dashboards. Development & Technical Implementation Develop custom SAC scripts using JavaScript and Analytics Designer for advanced UI and planning inputs. Build Python-based automation scripts for data transformation, validation, and loading into SAC planning models. Create Node.js APIs for bi-directional data exchange between SAC and downstream systems (Esprit Financial Reporting, Snowflake, etc.). Perform data modeling in

SAP BW / HANA

to support planning and reporting requirements. Manage security roles, data access controls, and planning model governance. Collaboration & Stakeholder Management Partner with Finance, FP&A, and Divisional Admin users to gather requirements, run workshops, and translate business needs into SAC planning solutions. Conduct UAT, training sessions, and knowledge transfer to end-user planners and reviewers. Collaborate with Forecast & Budget owners and Divisional Admin users on planning cycle governance. Prepare and present solution design documents Generic Managerial Skills, If any Competency Expected Behavior Communication & Stakeholder Management Ability to translate complex technical solutions into business language; executive presentation skills Project & Program Management Experience managing SAP implementation workstreams; Agile / Waterfall delivery; RAID log management Team Leadership Mentoring junior consultants; conducting code / design reviews; cross-functional collaboration Analytical & Problem-Solving Root-cause analysis, financial modelling validation, proactive issue escalation Change Management Drive adoption of new planning tools and processes across finance teams Continuous Improvement Stay current on SAC releases, SAP roadmap, and AI/ML planning capabilities

Base Salary Range :

$100,000 to $130,000

Per Annum TCS Employee Benefits Summary:

Discretionary Annual Incentive.

Comprehensive Medical Coverage:

Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.

Family Support:

Maternal & Parental Leaves.

Insurance Options:

Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.

Convenience & Professional Growth:

Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.

Time Off:

Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.

Legal & Financial Assistance:

Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing. #LI-SV2 #

LI-KUMARAN

Location Alpharetta, GA Job Function

TECHNOLOGY

Role Consultant Job Id 404770 Desired Skills SAP FI Salary Range $100,000-$130,000 a year

Desired Candidate Profile Qualifications :

BACHELOR OF COMPUTER

SCIENCE