SAP FI System Lead

Overview

Job Description

Responsibilities

• - Provide expert-level guidance on SAP S/4HANA Financial Accounting modules (GL, AA, AR, AP, Bank Accounting) and their integration with other SAP modules such as Controlling
• - Design and configure SAP FI solutions that align with client-specific business structures and financial accounting principles
• - Lead fit-to-standard workshops to assess business requirements and translate them into functional designs
• - Ensure that the enterprise structure and financial modules are designed and configured to meet the client's business needs
• - Lead the configuration of SAP S/4HANA FI modules and support system testing, data migration, and go-live activities
• - Oversee the integration of financial accounting modules with other SAP modules (e.g., MM, SD, CO), ensuring seamless data flow and functionality
• - Manage project delivery using agile and waterfall methodologies, adhering to project governance frameworks
• - Review and create design documentation, functional specifications, and other deliverables, ensuring alignment with client requirements
• - Provide quality assurance of the configuration and work delivered by the team, ensuring high-quality standards are met
• - Manage relationships with key stakeholders (both internal and external), ensuring effective communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle
• - Lead and mentor a team of consultants and business users, ensuring a collaborative environment and adherence to project timelines and deliverables
• - Ensure project risks, issues, and change requests are managed and mitigated effectively
• - Ensure the project follows SAP Best Practices and continuously optimize the use of the SAP system to improve business processes

Required Skills

• - Extensive experience with SAP S/4HANA Financial Accounting modules (GL, AA, AR, AP, Bank Accounting), including deep knowledge of financial accounting principles and integration with other SAP modules (Controlling, MM, SD)
• - Proven experience in designing SAP enterprise structures and aligning them with client’s business models
• - Strong experience in leading fit-to-standard workshops and translating business requirements into functional designs
• - Hands-on experience in the configuration and implementation of SAP S/4HANA FI modules across the full project lifecycle
• - Experience working within agile and waterfall project methodologies, with a strong understanding of project governance
• - Strong communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to effectively communicate with clients and colleagues (onshore and offshore)
• - Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
• - Strong leadership abilities, capable of managing cross-functional teams and ensuring successful project delivery
• - Experience with SAP Best Practices and continuous improvement in financial accounting processes
• - SAP Certification in Financial Accounting (FI) is preferred, but not mandatory
• - Previous experience in a consulting environment or in delivering SAP solutions in large-scale organizations
• - Bachelor''s or Master''s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related fields
• - At least 5 years of experience in SAP Financial Accounting (FI) modules, with a focus on S/4HANA
• - At least 2 years of experience in leading SAP implementation projects or playing a key leadership role in the SAP FI domain

Benefits

• - Work from anywhere
• - Flexible paid time off
• - Flexible working hours (we are async)
• - 16 weeks paid parental leave
• - Mental health support services
• - Stock options
• - Learning budget
• - Home office budget & IT equipment
• - Budget for local in-person social events or co-working spaces