The Functional IT Analyst SAP/FICO position is responsible for analyzing business requirements and designing effective system solutions within the SAP environment. This role focuses on delivering high-quality customizations, preferably aligned with SAP best practices, while maintaining the flexibility to propose alternative approaches when they better serve business objectives. The analyst ensures that all solutions are compliant with local legal and regulatory requirements and supports the implementation of robust, efficient, and scalable processes across the organization.

Main Duties & ResponsibilitiesResponsible to analyze the business requirements, decide about the best practice and customize SAP/FICO system accordingly. Participate in roll-out project meetings and use his/her knowledge and experience to suggest solutions.

Core Competencies and RequirementsEducation: Bachelor's degree in finance, IT engineering or science related field, or equivalent qualificationWork Experience: At least 5 years of experience in SAP FICO projects implementation (on hand). Big experience in heterogenous environments and data integration with SAP Advanced communication skills with business to collect requirements.

Technical / Language Skills: SAP ECC6 FICO: (ClassicGL with multiple currencies, AP/AR, Asset Accounting, Automatic Payments, PMW, DME Files, Electronic Bank Statements, Search Strings, LSMW) Familiarity with FICO DB dictionary Ability to understand ABAP code (basic development is not mandatory but nice to have) Understanding of PCA, CCA and PA structural objects and their operation in CO Fluent English speaker Extensive experience in SAP/FICO customization as well as broad analytical, strong organizational and interpersonal skills is required.



Influencing senior management; transitioning from functions into a process/operational business environment. You will actively participate in the implementation of the defined processes in collaboration with IT and the various business partners, internal Control & Senior Finance TeamsCore Competencies RequiredTechnical Expertise: Demonstrates deep knowledge of SAP/FICO modules and system configuration.

Analytical Thinking: Applies structured analysis to interpret business requirements, assess system behaviors, and recommend effective solutions for complex issues. Evaluates SAP best practices and adapts them when necessary to deliver business-aligned outcomes. Communicates clearly with both technical and business stakeholders.

Shares expertise by training support teams and guiding end users. Works proactively across teams, contributes constructively to project discussions, and builds alignment through credibility and practical insight.

Compliance and Business Alignment: Ensures system solutions meet legal, regulatory, and policy requirements while supporting broader organizational goals. Sets a strong example in quality, consistency, and problem-solving, and supports a culture of continuous improvement without formal authority. About gategroupgategroup is the general leader in airline catering, retail-on-board and hospitality products and services.

Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, gategroup delivers operational excellence through the most extensive catering network in the aviation industry, serving passengers from over 200 operating units in over 60 countries/territories across all continents. Industry trends and customer expectations are constantly evolving and it is critical that we are agile, innovative and ready for change - and our people are our driving force.

📌 IT ANALISTA FUNCIONAL (Madrid)
🏢 Gate Gourmet
📍 Madrid