Business Process Architect
Location: Portsmouth, NH. (Additional network location considered: Houston, TX). Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families.
Travel: Will require travel depending on project need for a duration of 2-3 weeks (both domestically and internationally).
The Business Process Architect plays a critical role in the implementation and optimization of the S4/HANA platform, focusing on “Analyze to Decide” (A2D) related processes. A2D scope covers product costing, variance analysis, management accounting, and reporting. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and key users to test and implement robust process solutions that enhance data accuracy and business decision-making
What you will get:
A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Opportunities for career growth and development.
Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
401(k) matching plan.
Supportive leadership and mentoring.
Commitment to ethical and sustainable practices.
Access to our full list of global benefits: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits
What you will do:
Expertise: Share deep knowledge of A2D and business model archetypes to support the global template design and standard reporting.
Communication: Guide stakeholders, capture user needs, build dashboards, resolve local concerns, and prioritize business-critical tasks.
Design: Translate needs into process solutions, spot automation options in S/4HANA, and check prototypes with site teams.
Implementation: Manage end-to-end module setup, ensure smooth links with other SAP areas like FI/CO or MM, and standardize workflows.
Testing: Work with data teams on migration, run tests to check system requirements, and keep clear process records.
Deployment: Help launch the global template on schedule and provide post-launch hypercare support.
Improvement: Find ways to make processes better over time and fix any issues after the system goes live.
What we are looking for:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance with 5-10 years of Product Costing / Variance Analysis / Project Accounting / Management Accounting / FP&A.
Proven experience in S/4HANA projects and Finance workstream processes (ideally in Controlling).
Hands on site controlling and SAP end user experience.
Use of JIRA, Confluence, Kneat and/or Signavio (desired).
Familiar and/or open to learn industry best practice processes in relevant area.
Self-starter with the ability to lead and optimize process improvement.
Adaptable and able to work in a dynamic project environment with aggressive deadlines.
Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.
