THE AGENCY
Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is a leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, brand management and consumer product licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA’s diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world.
The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, form brand marketing services division, and launch a family office advisory practice, among other innovations. Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by Forbes for 10 consecutive years, CAA represents more than 3,000 of the world’s top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, and soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of property sales and sponsorships, media advisory, brand consulting, venue development and strategic advisory, and executive search.
Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles, and has offices in New York, London, Nashville, Munich, Shanghai, Beijing, Chicago, Washington, D.C., Singapore, Toronto, Denver, Charlotte, Jacksonville, and Atlanta, among other locations globally. For more information, please visit www.caa.com.
OVERVIEW
The Business Analyst – SAP will support the design, configuration, implementation and ongoing optimisation of finance solutions within the FI/CO module of our SAP S/4 HANA Public Cloud environment, including data migration. This role will partner closely with our finance and accounting team. This role will collaborate with the business on functional and technical requirements, testing and mentorship for SAP finance processes.
Responsibilities to include:
Analyse and document business requirements for finance processes, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, and Financial Close
Configure and support SAP S/4 HANA Public Cloud finance modules in alignment with best practices and system capabilities
Perform Data Migration tasks, including field mapping, data cleansing and validation
Collaborate with business users to identify process improvements and automation opportunities
Support end-to-end implementation activities, including fit-to-standard workshops, testing, data migration, and go-live support
Troubleshoot system issues, perform root cause analysis, and coordinate resolutions
Assist in integration efforts with other SAP modules (e.g., Procurement, Sales) and third-party systems
Develop and maintain functional documentation, training materials, and user guides
Support periodic financial close processes and ensure system readiness
Collaborate with and mentor Finance/Accounting business partners and fellow team members with SAP Processes
Stay current with SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud releases and assess impacts to existing configurations
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Information Systems or related field. Master’s degree or relevant certification is a plus
5+ years of experience working with SAP Finance modules (FI/CO), preferably at least 1+ year in SAP S/4 HANA Public Cloud
Experience with SAP S/4 HANA Public Cloud Implementations a plus
Understanding of VAT and Tax principles and processes within SAP. Experience with DRC a plus
Strong understanding of core finance processes: General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Accounting, Projects/WBS Elements, Financial Close
Strong understanding of SAP Finance processes with familiarity with SAP Public Cloud processes
Understanding of Bank Statement processing
Understanding of IFRS or GAAP accounting standards
Exposure to SAP Central Business Configuration (CBC)
Familiarity with SAP Fiori Apps and user experience
Experience with MBC and MRM a plus
Experience in Finance and Accounting departments a plus
Comfortable with Agile/Scrum/Kanban project management methodologies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Information Systems or related field
- 5+ years of experience working with SAP Finance modules (FI/CO)
- 1+ year in SAP S/4 HANA Public Cloud
- Understanding of VAT and Tax principles
- Strong understanding of core finance processes: General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Creative Artists Agency Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Creative Artists Agency and has not been reviewed or approved by Creative Artists Agency.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is considered strong and affordable, with low co-pays and solid plan options frequently highlighted. This makes core medical, dental, and vision coverage a standout part of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is bolstered by an office shutdown around late December alongside standard vacation/holiday and sick time. This combination is viewed as a meaningful boost to practical time away from work.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Unique industry access such as screenings, event tickets, and on-site showcases are emphasized as meaningful lifestyle perks. These add distinctive non-cash value for those seeking entertainment exposure and networking.
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What We Do
Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA’s diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations. Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by Forbes for eight consecutive years, CAA represents more than 2,000 of the world’s top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of broadcast rights, corporate marketing initiatives, social impact, and sports properties for sales and sponsorship opportunities. Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles, and has offices in New York, Nashville, Memphis, Chicago, Miami, London, Munich, Geneva, Stockholm, Shanghai, and Beijing, among other locations globally. For more information, please visit www.caa.com.
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