About This Opportunity
We are seeking a seasoned SAP FICO Subject Matter Expert to lead the Finance workstream of a complex S/4HANA transformation program. This is a strategic leadership role requiring deep functional knowledge, advisory capability, and hands-on implementation experience across core FICO modules in an S/4HANA environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Serve as the Finance functional lead and SME for S/4HANA implementation across multiple entities or business units.
* Own the solution architecture, roadmap, and design of core FICO modules including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Accounting, Cost Center Controlling, Profit Center Controlling, Internal Orders, and Tax.
* Advise on best practices, industry standards, and strategic use of S/4HANA innovations.
* Collaborate with executive stakeholders to align system design with business objectives and transformation goals.
* Drive and oversee fit-gap analysis, blueprinting, configuration, testing, data migration, and cutover activities.
* Evaluate integration with other modules (Materials Management, Sales and Distribution, Production Planning, Human Capital Management), external systems, and business functions.
* Lead and mentor functional consultants; provide governance over deliverables and quality assurance.
Requirements:
* Minimum 10-15 years of SAP FICO experience, with at least 3 end-to-end implementations, including 2 on S/4HANA.
* Proven experience in a lead or SME role on large-scale finance transformation or S/4HANA programs.
* Expert-level knowledge of core FICO modules, including New General Ledger, Asset Accounting, Cost Center Controlling, and taxation.
* Strong understanding of S/4HANA Finance capabilities, Universal Journal, Fiori apps, and reporting.
* Ability to translate business requirements into robust SAP solutions and influence key design decisions.
* Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing senior stakeholders in complex environments.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
* SAP FICO and/or S/4HANA certifications preferred.
* Exposure to SAP Central Finance, Group Reporting, or Treasury and Risk Management (TRM).
* Knowledge of SAP Activate methodology and experience with Agile delivery models.
* Background in regulated industries a strong advantage.