Karthik Ganesan

Currently employed as a SAP Functional Consultant, Project Manager at Ford Motor Private Limited, where I am responsible for providing expertise in SAP implementation, project management, and solution-oriented consulting.

My role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to analyze business requirements, design, and implement SAP solutions, and ensure successful project delivery. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the analysis of business requirements and translating them into effective SAP solutions.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of SAP projects, meeting project timelines and objectives.
• Utilizing my analytical and problem-solving skills to provide strategic guidance and drive successful project delivery.
• Managing end-to-end SAP implementation, from requirement gathering to system testing and user training.
• Compiled all the business requirements, conducted FIT-GAP analysis, presented the need for customization, and collaborated with vendors and partners on the design and testing of the enhancements and reports. Spearhead the asset accounting pilot project without encountering any major problems.
• Spearheaded the Asset accounting PDO in the successful implementation of the AA module in SAP S4 HANA for the North America and Europe region, ensuring 100% data conversion within the designated time limit.
• Ensured a smooth month-end run post-launch, with no significant issues identified, by establishing the month-end batch run procedure, which included the sequencing of Autosys jobs.
• Oversaw the Post Launch and Production support for the North America and Europe regions by collaborating with cross-functional teams such as Business, Security, Basis, and other PDO teams to ensure the comprehensive resolution of open incidents.
• Ensured the intended outcome of the functionalities by managing a variety of testing cycles, including System Integration Testing, Functional Unit Testing, and User Acceptance Testing.
• Provided end-user training across regions and collaborated with the security team on Segregation Of Duties and asset accounting user roles and access configuration.
• Leading the forthcoming S4 HANA Launches for asset accounting for Asia Pacific, China, and South America.

• Conducted data migration, functional and user acceptance testing, and dry runs for the PCAM launch for the locations in Germany and Spain during migration from the SAP ECC module.
• Oversaw month-end deadlines, asset accounting procedures, multiple audits, and MCRP while leading a team of 20+ in the property accounting department.
• Led the Global Asset Management and accounting team in daily, weekly, and monthly operations and standardized the processes across regions via system enhancements and customization.

• Performed a variety of accounting functions, including supervisory and team lead roles in property accounting, fixed asset management, projects controls, and systems, account reconciliations, and accounts payables. Conversant with PeopleSoft, SAP, and Mainframe systems.
• Traveled to Ford Motor Company headquarters multiple times for on-the-job training and job transitions, and collaborated with teams in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the rest of the world.
• Hold an active B1-B2 visa to the US until 2029.

Did an international assignment in Dearborn, USA.

Used to be responsible for Business Process Review Metrics and monitor month-close activities of Projects and Asset accounting.

• Collaborated with Accounting directors of all regions for consolidating Business process review Metrics contents.
• As part of my responsibilities, I prepared corporate reports on capital expenditures (CapEx) and fixed asset roll-forwards. Additionally, I contributed to statutory reporting, including the 10-K filing.