SAP Functional Consultant – Finance

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We are looking for a Senior SAP Functional Expert – Finance & Controlling (FICO) with deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA Finance to lead our financial transformation initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with S/4HANA innovations (Universal Journal, Advanced Financial Closing, Central Finance, Group Reporting), strong knowledge of finance and controlling processes, and a passion for modernizing financial systems to enable real-time insights and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, configuration, and optimization of SAP S/4HANA Finance (FI and CO modules) across global entities.; Translate complex finance and controlling business requirements into scalable S/4HANA solutions aligned with SAP Best Practices.; Drive the implementation of key S/4HANA innovations: Universal Journal (ACDOCA), New Asset Accounting, Margin Analysis (CO-PA), Advanced Financial Closing, Group Reporting / Consolidation, Central Finance (CFin); Define and deliver functional specifications for custom developments, interfaces (APIs, BAPIs), and Fiori applications.; Manage integration between Finance and other S/4HANA modules: MM, SD, PP, PS; Support finance transformation initiatives: shared services, IFRS compliance, entity harmonization, faster close, real-time reporting.; Lead and participate in key phases: blueprinting, configuration, testing, training, mi-gration, cutover, and hyper care.; Collaborate with finance leadership, auditors, and IT architects to ensure system com-pliance, performance, and scalability.; Mentor and coach junior consultants and business users in S/4HANA Finance process-es.; Contribute during presales process and business growth.

Requirements

10+ years of SAP FICO experience, including at least 3+ years on SAP S/4HANA Finance. • Deep functional expertise in SAP FI (GL, AP, AR, Asset Accounting, Banking) and CO (Cost Center Accounting, Internal Orders, Product Costing, Profitability Analysis). • Proven experience delivering S/4HANA Finance projects (migration, greenfield, or brownfield). • Excellent understanding of financial reporting standards (IFRS/GAAP), closing process-es, and tax/legal compliance. • Solid integration knowledge with logistics, manufacturing, and HR modules. • Expertise in writing Functional Specifications (FS), configuration documents, and test scenarios. • Strong communication and business engagement skills at senior stakeholder level.