Job Description

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Anaplan Architect:

This position is responsible for the design and development of Anaplan Models and integrations. This position will collaborate with various technical experts within our organization to implement technologies within our Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) system. This position will provide best-fit architectural solutions for new initiatives; assist in defining scope and sizing of work; and anchor Proof of Concept developments. This position will provide solution architecture for the business problem, platform integration with third party services, designing and developing complex features for clients\' business needs.

Requirements:

\xc2\xb7 9 - 12+ years of Anaplan experience (with exposure to minimum of 4-5 end-to-end implementations on Anaplan)

\xc2\xb7 Anaplan Certified Solution Architect

\xc2\xb7 10+years of experience in supporting financial platforms like Anaplan, SAP BPC, Hyperion etc.

\xc2\xb7 7+years of experience in Anaplan as a model builder and knowledge of FP&A, Supply chain etc.

\xc2\xb7 Knowledge of APIs (REST) and other integrations patterns is nice to have

\xc2\xb7 Experience in Implementation of Anaplan with strong Application Development process experience on Anaplan solution areas.

\xc2\xb7 Experience in Requirement Gathering & Solution Design

\xc2\xb7 Strong functional knowledge in Finance, Payroll and HR business processes and their interdependencies

\xc2\xb7 Designed and delivered high quality digital planning applications across domains (Finance, Supply chain etc.)

\xc2\xb7 Complex Anaplan model building experience.

\xc2\xb7 Experience working in an Agile Environment.

\xc2\xb7 Experience in data integration tools skill set such as Anaplan Connect, CloudWorks etc.

\xc2\xb7 Lead analysis, architecture, design, and development of Anaplan Solutions.

\xc2\xb7 Identification of business requirements, functional and technical design, prototyping, testing, training, and defining support procedures.

\xc2\xb7 Expertise in building Modules, Dashboards, Lists, Processes, and writing complex member formulas and understanding of Data integrity between models.

\xc2\xb7 Proven ability to connect business requirements to technical solution design.

\xc2\xb7 Lead full life-cycle implementations.

\xc2\xb7 Maintain Test scenarios and expected results for test streams, including Unit Testing, System Integration Testing, User Acceptance Testing and Deployment Testing.

\xc2\xb7 Should have experience on Peak Load Test, Stress Test and Endurance Test.

\xc2\xb7 Hands on Experience on Anaplan Models

\xc2\xb7 Good communication Skills

Key Responsibilities:

\xc2\xb7 Evaluates business processes and develops process improvements with focus on optimizing use of Anaplan

\xc2\xb7 Work closely with finance to understand functional requirements and executes them through successful implementation

\xc2\xb7 Lead requirements discussions

\xc2\xb7 Analyzing requirements around planning, budgeting & forecasting requirements

\xc2\xb7 Responsible for the applications design and lead Anaplan Models development

\xc2\xb7 Position will provide solution architecture for the business problem, designing and developing complex features for clients\xe2\x80\x99 business needs.

\xc2\xb7 Application Design point of contact for Planning and Analyst Teams

\xc2\xb7 Provide Solutions to existing Architecture Design on current system

\xc2\xb7 Mentoring the development team around complex situations

\xc2\xb7 Serve as the architectural SME for large-scale connected planning solutions.

\xc2\xb7 Doing the impact analysis on existing system for any new product, application, project, or technology

\xc2\xb7 Doing technology assessment for technology trends, conduction proof of concept and cost management analysis on existing system for any new product, application, project, or technology

\xc2\xb7 Exemplify the Anaplan way.

\xc2\xb7 Client co-ordination and driving discussions for design signoffs

\xc2\xb7 Design, develop and deliver high quality reporting dashboards

\xc2\xb7 Posses sound technical knowledge on Lists, Modules, Data Hubs, New UX, ALM

\xc2\xb7 Expert in Anaplan space optimization and formula tuning

\xc2\xb7 Lead production support issues based on severity and work with other teams to resolve them in a timely manner

\xc2\xb7 Support UAT activities

\xc2\xb7 Support production deployment

\xc2\xb7 Collaborate effectively with other groups

\xc2\xb7 Should be able to coordinate with functional/development teams independently

\xc2\xb7 Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills

10 plus years of experience relevant to this position including 5-6 years consulting experience preferred. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to build rapport with team members and clients. Ability to travel as needed.

Skills:

Anaplan

EPM

Finance

Financial Planning

S&OP

About Company:

\xe2\x80\x98Grant Thornton INDUS\xe2\x80\x99 comprises GT U.S. Shared Services Center India Pvt Ltd and Grant Thornton U.S. Knowledge and Capability Center India Pvt Ltd. Grant Thornton INDUS is the shared services center supporting the operations of Grant Thornton LLP, the U.S. member firm of Grant Thornton International Ltd. Established in 2012, Grant Thornton INDUS employs professionals across a wide range of disciplines including Tax, Audit, Advisory, and other operational functions. What sets us apart isn\xe2\x80\x99t just what we do \xe2\x80\x93 it\xe2\x80\x99s how we do it. We support and enable the firm\xe2\x80\x99s purpose of making business more personal and building trust into every result. We\xe2\x80\x99re collaborators \xe2\x80\x93 obsessed with quality and ready for anything \xe2\x80\x93 who understand the value of strong relationships. Our professionals are well integrated to seamlessly support the U.S. engagement teams, help increase Grant Thornton\xe2\x80\x99s access to a wide talent pool, and improve operational efficiencies. Empowered people, bold leadership, and distinctive client service are imbibed in the culture at Grant Thornton INDUS. We are a transparent, competitive, and excellence-driven firm that offers an opportunity to be part of something significant. In addition, professionals at Grant Thornton INDUS serve communities in India through inspirational and generous services to give back to the communities they work in. Grant Thornton INDUS has its offices in two locations in India \xe2\x80\x93 Bengaluru and Kolkata

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