SAP Finance Transformation Consultant
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Job Title: SAP Finance Transformation Consultant
Location: Chicago IL
Job Description:
- We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven SAP Finance Transformation Consultant to join our dynamic team.
- This role is crucial for leading and supporting end-to-end SAP S/4HANA Finance (FICO) implementation migration and optimization projects.
- The ideal candidate will possess deep functional expertise across all FICO sub-modules a strong understanding of financial business processes and the ability to drive significant business process re-engineering and digital transformation for our diverse client base.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Advisory & Solution Design:
- Lead and participate in client workshops to gather business requirements analyze current state finance processes and define future state business processes leveraging SAP S/4HANA Finance capabilities.
- Develop comprehensive functional designs blueprints and solution architectures for complex finance transformation initiatives.
- Provide expert guidance on SAP FICO best practices and industry-specific financial processes.
SAP S/4HANA Finance Configuration & Implementation:
- Execute full lifecycle implementations including blueprinting configuration testing cutover and post-go-live support.
- Perform hands-on configuration across all key SAP FICO modules including but not limited to:
- General Ledger (GL): New GL functionality parallel accounting ledger approach segment reporting document splitting.
- Accounts Payable (AP): Invoice processing payment programs vendor master data management integration with procurement.
- Accounts Receivable (AR): Customer master data incoming payments dunning credit management.
- Asset Accounting (AA): Asset master data depreciation areas asset acquisitions retirements transfers.
- Controlling (CO): Cost Center Accounting (CCA) Profit Center Accounting (PCA) Internal Orders (IO) Product Costing (CO-PC) Material Ledger (ML) Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) Overhead Cost Controlling.
- Implement advanced S/4HANA Finance functionalities such as Universal Journal Central Finance Margin Analysis and Cash Management.
Integration & Data Management:
- Ensure seamless integration of SAP FICO with other SAP modules (e.g. SD MM PP PS QM HR) and external systems.
- Define data migration strategies and support data cleansing conversion and loading activities for FICO master and transactional data.
Testing & Quality Assurance:
- Develop detailed test plans and scripts (unit integration UAT).
- Lead and execute testing cycles defect resolution and performance tuning.
Training & Change Management:
- Develop and deliver end-user training programs and materials.
- Support change management activities to ensure successful adoption of new financial processes and systems.
Project Management & Leadership (for Senior Consultants):
- Manage project deliverables timelines and budgets.
- Mentor junior consultants and foster a collaborative team environment.
- Act as a trusted advisor to clients and internal stakeholders.
Continuous Improvement:
- Stay abreast of the latest SAP S/4HANA Finance innovations industry trends and regulatory changes.
- Identify opportunities for process optimization and system enhancements post-implementation.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration Information Systems or a related field.
- 10 years of hands-on functional consulting experience in SAP FICO with a strong focus on SAP S/4HANA Finance.
- Proven experience in at least 1 full lifecycle SAP FICO/S/4HANA Finance implementations including blueprinting configuration testing and go-live.
- In-depth knowledge and hands-on configuration experience across all major SAP FICO sub-modules: GL AP AR AA CCA PCA IO CO-PA Product Costing Material Ledger.
- Solid understanding of financial accounting principles (GAAP IFRS) and controlling concepts.
- Excellent analytical problem-solving and communication (written and verbal) skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a client-facing role managing expectations and building strong relationships.
- Willingness to travel
Preferred Qualifications:
- SAP S/4HANA Finance certification(s).
- Masters degree or MBA is preferred.
- Experience with Central Finance Group Reporting SAP Treasury and Risk Management SAP BPC or SAP Analytics Cloud for planning.
- Familiarity with Agile or other project management methodologies.
- Prior experience in a professional services or consulting environment.
Skills & Competencies:
- Technical Acumen: Deep expertise in SAP FICO functionality and configuration.
- Business Process Knowledge: Strong understanding of core finance and accounting processes.
- Problem Solving: Ability to diagnose complex issues and propose effective solutions.
- Client Management: Skilled in stakeholder communication expectation management and building rapport.
- Collaboration: Works effectively within diverse teams and cross-functional groups.
- Adaptability: Thrives in fast-paced evolving project environments.
- Leadership: Ability to guide mentor and lead project teams.
Employment Type
Full-time
