OTC/FTM Principal Analyst

Job Description

About us: Cognex is the largest, most successful and recognized global player in industrial machine vision We are a financially strong, international company with no debt and have been in business for over 40 years. Using advanced optics, image sensors and artificial intelligence software Cognex vision and ID systems capture an image then analyze it to make sense of what's being seen. We are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment, guided by our "Work Hard, Play Hard, Move Fast" culture, which celebrates employee innovation, determination, and dedication in a dynamic, fun, and distinctive atmosphere.

We are working on a hybrid schedule - 3 days in the office and 2 remote

Job Description: We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Analyst specializing in SAP Order to Cash (OTC) and Finance to Manage (FTM) processes. The ideal candidate will bring 10–15 years of hands-on SAP experience, with deep expertise in OTC/FTM modules, strong knowledge of interlinked modules, and proven ability to design, configure, and optimize complex business processes. This role will serve as a strategic partner to IT and Finance leadership, ensuring seamless integration across systems and third-party platforms.

Required Skills:

• Lead end-to-end solution design, configuration, and implementation of SAP OTC and FTM processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration with MM, SD, FI, CO, and other interlinked modules
• Manage and optimize integration with third-party tax engines (e.g. OneSource, Avalara, Vertex) and third-party invoicing platforms (e.g. Edicom, Ariba, Coupa)
• Provide expert-level configuration for pricing, billing, credit management, accounts receivable, and general ledger processes
• Partner with business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable SAP solutions
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying process gaps and recommending enhancements
• Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex system issues
• Mentor junior analysts and serve as a subject matter expert across OTC/FTM domains
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax requirements, and internal controls
• Collaborate with technical teams on interfaces, data migration, and system upgrades
• Support testing cycles (unit, integration, UAT) and ensure high-quality deliverables
• Document functional specifications, configuration guides, and process flows
• Experience in integrations with CRM and CPQ tools (e.g. Salesforce)

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of SAP OTC/FTM experience, with at least 5 years in a senior or principal analyst role
• Strong expertise in SAP SD, FI, CO, MM and their interdependencies
• Proven experience with third-party integrations (tax engines, invoicing platforms,