career change to SAP FICO Consultant

[Former Member]

Hi All,

I am CPA qualified accountant working with one of the largest FMCG company in Sydney ,Australia. Due to my passion for IT and specifically for SAP I have gained in depth knowldge(through work and experience) and now like to transform in as a SAP FICO consultant . I would welcome a suggestion from all experienced people . My current company is willing to give me career move once I gained required knowldge and certification(education).Before I start my journet I would like to tick some boxe..Any help with below questions is really appreciated...

1- How can I start my journey as FICO consultant

2- Does my CPA degree adds in any value .

3- Which sort of experience I required to become successful in certification and post certification career(I can get training from my current employer as part of my career progression committement)

4- Future of SAP Consultant in Australia .

Thanks

Hirav

[former_member182098]

Hi Hirav,

Probably, these answers would help you.

1. This is not one line answer. Go through various blogs on this forum.

2. CPA is professional course, always plus for your career.

3. Minimum understanding for grasping the fundamentals. Considering your CPA, this should not be a problem for you.

4. Nobody can predict. However, you always have something new learn to survive in the market.

All the best.

Regards,

Ravi

[Former Member]

Hi Ravi Sankar,

I regularly follow your posts, I really love your tone and content in each of your advise.

Right now am dealing with support issues in my organisation related to AP, AR, GL. I had joined here as a fresher FI. But am passionate to work/involve in implemention projects.

could you guide the path?

[former_member182098]

It does not really matter, as long as you have the right attitude to learn. Just learn as much as you can, please not much worry about whether it is support of implementation. Both have its own pressure points. Therefore, learning should be your main aim.