SAP Finance Architect (Utilities)
Hybrid Remote - periodic travel to Newark DE
Full-Time Position
Note: This Job is a hybrid role - youll mostly work remotely but youll be required to travel from time to time to Newark Delaware for in-person meetings training or other work needs The frequency of travel (e.g. weekly monthly quarterly) usually depends on the project requirements (typically 2 weeks per month may fluctuate due to business needs).
We are seeking an experienced SAP Finance Architect with a strong background in the Utilities industry to lead the design build and support of end-to-end finance processes within our SAP landscape. This role will focus on SAP S/4HANA Finance (FICO) and its integration with key edge systems such as Utilities International PowerPlan BlackLine and other financial applications. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in FP&A FERC accounting allocation setup and SAP IS-U (Utilities) integration.
What youll be working on:
- Design and implement comprehensive SAP Finance solutions aligned with business objectives and industry best practices.
- Configure and optimize SAP FICO modules including GL AP/AR Asset Accounting Controlling and COPA.
- Implement and support FERC accounting structures allocations and reporting requirements.
- Lead SAP Finance workstreams in large-scale transformation programs including CIS and Billing Systems.
- Develop and maintain the SAP Finance architecture roadmap ensuring scalability and compliance.
- Lead integration efforts between SAP Finance and edge systems (Utilities International PowerPlan BlackLine GIS Payment Bill Print Credit and Collection applications etc.).
- Strong understanding of financial reporting requirements for month-end closing SEC filings and regulatory compliance.
- Conduct complex and interactive solutioning workshops with business and IT stakeholders.
- Guide and mentor teams through WRICEF (Workflows Reports Interfaces Conversions Extensions Forms) design and deployment.
- Support post-go-live phases and manage issue resolution and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and data flow across systems.
- Contribute thought leadership through publishing articles white papers and speaking engagements.
- Strong expertise in SAP S/4HANA Finance and integration with edge systems.
- In-depth knowledge of FP&A processes FERC accounting and allocation setup in SAP.
- Proven experience in the Utilities industry including regulatory and compliance requirements.
- Hands-on experience with document splitting cost center accounting internal orders and profitability analysis (COPA).
- Experience with Central Finance SAP IS-U (Utilities) including CIS Billing and meter-to-cash functionality.
- Strong understanding of integration points with other SAP modules
- Excellent analytical problem-solving and communication skills.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage project timelines.
- Familiarity with PowerPlan BlackLine and Utilities International integration.
Who you are:
- Education: Bachelors Degree in Computer Science Information Systems Finance or Accounting (with strong IT background) or similar related field.
- Experience: 10 years of experience in SAP Finance (FICO) with at least 3 full lifecycle implementations.
- Regular drivers license
- Knowledge/certification of S/4HANA Scrum Master Agile Coach.
- PMP or comparable certification.
- ITIL certification for Service Delivery Management
Where youll be working...
- Hybrid Remote with periodic travel to Newark DE (typically 2 weeks per month may fluctuate due to business needs)