Eugen L.-SAP CO Solutions Architect

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Experience
Data Steward
Consulting firm
Supported a consulting firm during a short-term resource gap, focusing on data stewardship and data quality management. Responsible for analyzing, cleansing, and maintaining master data and ensuring high data quality. Supported the implementation of data governance requirements and coordination across business units and IT to improve the consistency and reliability of the data foundation.
- Analyzed, cleansed, and consolidated master data
- Identified and removed duplicates and ensured data consistency
- Supported the implementation of and compliance with data governance standards and guidelines
- Conducted data quality monitoring and quality assurance activities
- Documented data structures, data objects, and data flows
- Coordinated business and IT teams on data-related issues
- Supported ongoing improvements to master data quality
- Helped standardize data-related processes
- Analyzed data errors and identified suitable corrective actions
- Supported the definition and optimization of data quality metrics (KPIs)
Subproject Lead for Plan-to-Control (Controlling)
Large public-sector infrastructure company
Played a key role in delivering the main project, which consisted of two phases: the Validate phase and the Construct phase. The Validate phase used traditional project management methods to ensure precise and structured validation of requirements. The Construct phase then used agile methods to ensure flexibility and adaptability during development and implementation.
- Delivered the Validate phase using traditional project management methods
- Implemented the Construct phase using agile methods
- Ensured flexibility and adaptability during project delivery
- Gathered further requirements and designed solutions for selected topics
- Developed migration strategies
- Planned and delivered test and training concepts
- Prepared and carried out the cutover process
- Fundamentally redesigned the planning process
- Introduced SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) and Analysis for Office (AfO)
- Completely redesigned value flows for operational services, maintenance, and investments, as well as the entire cost accounting model
- Redesigned budget availability control, which used cash-based accounting in some areas and accrual / commercial accounting in others
Process Lead
Leading manufacturer in the pharmaceutical and mechanical engineering industries
Responsible for redesigning and transforming production processes in the SAP S/4HANA system, which had not previously been represented in the company’s ERP systems. The focus was on developing and implementing Make-to-Stock (MTS), Make-to-Order (MTO), and especially Engineer-to-Order (ETO) processes to improve the efficiency and flexibility of production and best meet specific customer requirements.
- Redesigned production processes for MTS, MTO, and ETO
- Integrated the processes into the SAP S/4HANA system
- Adapted production workflows to specific customer requirements
- Improved the efficiency and flexibility of production processes
Stream Lead - Plan-Control-to-Report (Controlling)
Leading energy provider
This rollout project completed the integration of 20 additional companies. As project lead for the Plan-Control-to-Report (Controlling) stream, I covered the full system complexity and ensured the final companies were integrated effectively. The project benefited from lessons learned in previous rollouts and ensured that all processes and systems were aligned to support the company’s flexibility and efficiency.
- Conducted a fit-gap analysis of existing business processes and identified requirements
- Prepared the companies for operations
- Adapted the template to the specific requirements of the companies
- Migrated data
- Conducted acceptance tests
- Delivered training
- Go-Live
- Hypercare
Subproject Lead for Plan-to-Control (Controlling)
Large public-sector infrastructure company
Responsible for delivering the preliminary project. The goal was to identify requirements for the main project and support an efficient Validate phase. Careful analysis and documentation of existing processes and requirements provided a strong foundation for the main project, enabling smooth and focused validation.
- Delivered the preliminary project
- Identified and analyzed requirements for the main project
- Documented existing processes and requirements
- Prepared the Validate phase to ensure efficient validation
Manager and FI/CO Expert
Large real estate and construction company in the public sector
The project identified all the requirements for the main project and laid the groundwork for its successful implementation. Project participants received comprehensive support and targeted guidance to prepare them for the upcoming tasks. Both technical and organizational aspects were considered to ensure a smooth system transition and integration with existing structures.
- Customizing analysis
- Master data analysis
- Identification of interfaces and custom developments
- Identification of key challenges
- Creation of a Jira backlog to improve project organization and tracking
Work Package Lead for CO-PA
Leading manufacturer in the laboratory, medical technology, and biotechnology industries
Following a Brownfield project on SAP S/4HANA carried out by another consulting firm, the system was not working properly, especially in costing-based Profitability Analysis and Market Segment Reporting. Our task was to define separate processes to integrate all accounting value flows into Margin Analysis and represent costing-based items in costing-based Profitability Analysis, so that Sales would not set selling prices that were too low.
- Defined separate processes to integrate accounting value flows into Margin Analysis and represent costing-based items in costing-based Profitability Analysis
- Coordinated the interaction between Asset Accounting and costing-based depreciation in costing-based CO-PA
- Identified and resolved system issues after Go-Live across the CO submodules, including consistency in Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, Product Cost Controlling, and Cost Object Controlling
- Optimized and expanded financial processes for reporting
Stream Lead - Plan-Control-to-Report (Controlling)
Leading energy provider
This rollout project involved integrating 250 companies. Implementation efficiency was improved and system complexity increased further by applying lessons learned from the previous rollout. The expansion required extensive coordination and adjustments to successfully integrate the additional companies and maximize the company's flexibility.
- Fit-gap analysis of existing business processes and identification of requirements
- Operationalization of the companies
- Adaptation of the template to the specific requirements of the companies
- Data migration
- Acceptance testing
- Delivery of training
- Go-Live
- Hypercare
Manager and FI/CO Expert
Large real estate and construction company in the public sector
The potential and challenges of transitioning to an SAP S/4HANA system were analyzed. The aim was to assess the technical and organizational feasibility of the transition and develop implementation recommendations. The study included a detailed analysis of the existing IT infrastructure, business processes, and requirements to provide a sound basis for making a decision about the system transition.
- Analysis of the existing IT infrastructure and business processes
- Assessment of the technical and organizational feasibility of the SAP S/4HANA transition
- Development of implementation recommendations
- Preparation of a sound basis for making a decision about the system transition
FI/CO Expert and Work Package Lead for SAP CO-PA
Leading energy provider
This rollout project aimed to integrate 80 companies into the newly developed template. In my role as an FI/CO Expert for the Plan-Control-to-Report (Controlling) stream, I supported the implementation of the redesigned processes from the Greenfield project, testing the system's scalability. The integration required careful adjustments to processes and systems to meet the specific requirements of the companies and further improve the company's efficiency and flexibility.
- Fit-gap analysis of existing business processes and identification of requirements
- Operationalization of the companies
- Adaptation of the template to the specific requirements of the companies
- Data migration
- Acceptance testing
- Delivery of training
- Go-Live
- Hypercare
FI/CO Expert
Leading manufacturer of flexible metal components
The project focused on developing a concept to replace costing-based Profitability Analysis and Market Segment Reporting with Margin Analysis. The goal was to analyze and monitor profitability and margins more accurately to support strategic decisions. In particular, critical paths were to be identified and solutions developed to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of financial processes.
- Created and delivered a demo for Margin Analysis
- Analyzed value flows
- Developed a concept
- Presented and obtained approval for the concept
Community Lead
KPMG AG
I played a key role in building the Controlling Community to encourage the exchange of knowledge and best practices across the company. Together, we developed use cases and comprehensive training materials to train employees in the latest Controlling techniques and tools, improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Controlling processes, and create a platform for ongoing learning and development.
- Developed use cases (including Margin Analysis, Material Ledger, Universal Allocation, particularly Intercompany)
- Created training materials for internal training
- Promoted knowledge sharing within the community
- Built connections across KPMG to strengthen collaboration
- Brought together expertise to optimize Controlling processes
FI/CO Expert and Work Package Lead for SAP CO-PA
Leading energy provider
This initial Greenfield project focused on rethinking all processes and harmonizing the entire system. The goal was to review and redesign workflows to make the company more efficient and flexible. All relevant innovations were to be considered and, where possible, integrated or implemented to meet the needs of a changing market. The focus was on supporting every phase of the project lifecycle, from requirements gathering through to the Hypercare phase.
- Introduced a new controlling concept
- Integrated the IFRS and HGB accounting standards
- Implemented parallel cost accounting
- Introduced Margin Analysis
- Completely redesigned the allocation logic
- Redesigned the Project System, including budget tracking and investment management
- Customizing and troubleshooting
- Designed and supported custom developments
- Developed migration strategies
- Planned and delivered testing and training concepts
- Prepared and implemented the Cut-Over process
- Introduced SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) and Analysis for Office (AfO)
IT Auditor
Leading IT service provider in the technology and services sector
As part of an assessment of an ongoing SAP S/4HANA project, the goal was to form a well-founded view on whether the project could still be completed successfully or whether there were serious risks of failure.
- Conducted a detailed analysis of the existing documentation and results
- Held structured interviews with internal project staff and external consultants to identify and understand key challenges and opportunities
- Assessed project coordination and structure
- Evaluated the prospects for success and recommended improvements to the project organization
Community Lead, Functional and Technical Contact
KPMG AG
My expertise was regularly called upon within KPMG to develop and implement strategic and technical solutions for various projects. Even without being directly assigned to a project, my contributions played a key role in optimizing processes and ensuring successful project delivery.
- Strategic and technical solution for value flows at a leading airport operator: developed and implemented the solution, with a particular focus on introducing Margin Analysis to optimize financial processes
- Rebuilt cost accounting at a leading insurance company: improved financial transparency and efficiency
- Introduced Margin Analysis and allocation logic at a leading technology and defense group
- Redesigned cost and performance accounting at a leading transport company: contributed to the development and implementation of improvements to financial management and efficiency
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Experienced in Information Technology, Aerospace and Defense, Insurance, Transportation, Professional Services, and Utilities.
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Experienced in Information Technology, Accounting, Finance, Operations, Strategy, and Project Management.
Summary
More than seven years of experience delivering complex and demanding SAP consulting and implementation projects at one of the leading management consulting firms (KPMG AG), for well-known companies in the private and public sectors.
Experience transforming SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA in On-Premise and Private Cloud environments, including harmonizing value flows, target architectures, and controlling structures.
Delivered projects using both traditional and agile methods across all project lifecycles, including requirements gathering, design, implementation, migration, testing/training, and hypercare, for both transformation and rollout projects.
Skills
S/4hana (On-Premise, Private Cloud), Ecc, R/3: Co-Om, Co-Pca, Co-Pa, Co-Pc/Obj, Ps, Fi-Gl, Fi-Aa
Universal Parallel Accounting (Upa)
Sap Joule
Implementation Consultant - Sap S/4hana Cloud Public Edition, Management Acc.
Microsoft: Sharepoint, Word, Powerpoint, Excel And Access
Atlassian Jira & Zephyr
Solution Manager & Alm Cloud
Aris, Signavio, Bic
Lsmw, Migration Cockpit, Precisely Automate Studio (Formerly Winshuttle)
Roles And Functions: Subproject Lead / Stream Lead, Process Lead, Work-Package Lead, Community Lead, Manager, And Expert
Proposal Presentations: Support With Request For Proposal (Rfp) Processes
Point Of Contact And Sparring Partner For Business And Management On All Technical And Business-Related Questions
Analysis And Management: Data And Value Flows, Process Controls, Alignment With Target Groups, Markets, And Business Models (Contribution Margin Accounting)
Expertise In Co, Ps, Fi: In-Depth Knowledge And Experience In Controlling, Project Systems, And Financial Accounting, With The Ability To Resolve Cross-Module Issues In Pm, Sd, Mm, And Bw
It Design: Design And Development Of Controlling Processes, Especially In Profitability Analysis (Co-Pa / Margin Analysis)
Customizing And Troubleshooting In The Co Environment: First- And Second-Level Support
Harmonization And Standardization: Processes And System Landscapes, As Well As The Design And Setup Of End-To-End Business Processes, Including In Sap Ecc / Sap R/3 To S/4hana Transformations
Sap Fiori Solutions: Design And Implementation
Migration: Design, Coordination, And Delivery Using Tools Such As Lsmw And Migration Cockpit
Testing & Quality Assurance: Design, Coordination, And Delivery Of Functional, Integration, Regression, And User Acceptance Tests
Workshops: Planning, Delivery, And Follow-Up
Training: Design, Coordination, And Delivery
Year-End And Month-End Closing: Design, Review, And Support
Planning And Reporting Using Report-Painter/-Writer And Custom Analytical Queries (Fiori); Defining And Documenting Reporting Requirements For Sap Analytics Cloud (Sac) And Analysis For Office (Afo)
Configuration Reviews In Sap Co
Balance Sheet And Profit And Loss Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, And Profitability Analysis: Conceptual Design And Implementation (Costing-Based Co-Pa And Margin Analysis)
Production Processes: Make-To-Stock (Mts), Make-To-Order (Mto), And Engineer-To-Order (Eto), As Well As Make-Or-Buy Decisions And Subcontracting
Material Ledger: Parallel Valuations, Parallel Currencies, Transfer Prices, And Actual Costing
It Audit: Review Of Business And It Designs And Customizing, Including Assessment Of Controls
Fit-Gap Analysis: Identifying Gaps In The Global Sap Template
Project Planning And Management: Efficiently Planning And Managing Projects To Ensure Quality And On-Time Delivery
Creating And Validating Product Backlogs: Ensuring All Requirements Are Clearly Defined And Prioritized
Languages
Education
B.Sc. Banking and Finance · Banking and Finance
Certifications & licenses
SAP-Anwenderzertifizierung FI und CO – ECC 6.0 EHP5
SAP-Berater Controlling SAP S/4HANA
SAP-Berater Finance ERP – ECC 6.0 EHP5
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Eugen is based in Emba, Cyprus.
Eugen speaks the following languages: German (Native), Russian (Native), English (Advanced).
Eugen has at least 8 years of experience. During this time, Eugen has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 9 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 6 months. Note that Eugen may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Eugen would be well-suited for roles such as: Data Steward, Subproject Lead for Plan-to-Control (Controlling), Process Lead.
Eugen's most recent position is Data Steward at Consulting firm.
In recent years, Eugen has worked for Consulting firm, Large public-sector infrastructure company, Leading manufacturer in the pharmaceutical and mechanical engineering industries, Leading energy provider, and Large real estate and construction company in the public sector.
Eugen is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Aerospace and Defense, and Insurance. Eugen also has some experience in Transportation, Professional Services, and Utilities.
Eugen is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology, Accounting, and Finance. Eugen also has some experience in Operations, Strategy, and Project Management.
Eugen has recently worked in industries like Aerospace and Defense, Insurance, and Information Technology.
Eugen has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology, Accounting, and Finance.
Eugen holds a Bachelor in Banking and Finance.
Eugen has 4 certificates. Among them, these include: ISTQB® Certified Tester – Foundation Level, SAP-Anwenderzertifizierung FI und CO – ECC 6.0 EHP5, and SAP-Berater Controlling SAP S/4HANA.
Eugen is immediately available for suitable projects.
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