Sr SAP S/4HANA Finance Architect

This job is with Danaher, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate diagnostic testing. Our mission drives us, every moment of every day, as we develop scalable, groundbreaking solutions to solve the world’s most complex health challenges. Our associates are involved in every stage of molecular diagnostics, from ideation to development and delivery of testing advancements that improve patient outcomes across a range of settings. As a member of our team, you can make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development.Cepheid is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Danaher Diagnostics companies. Together, we’re working at the pace of change on diagnostic tools that address the world’s biggest health challenges, driven by knowing that behind every test there is a patient waiting.Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.The Sr SAP S/4HANA Finance Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing SAP S/4HANA Finance solutions that enable best-in-class financial operations, support business transformation, and ensure compliance with global standards. This role drives significant impact by leading the adoption of next-generation SAP Finance capabilities, integrating advanced analytics, and supporting digital finance initiatives. You will have the opportunity to work on global S/4HANA transformation projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deepen your expertise in SAP S/4HANA Finance and emerging technologies.This position is part of the SAP Center of Excellence and will be located in Bengaluru, India. At Cepheid, our vision is to be the leading provider of seamlessly connected diagnostic solutions.In this role, you will have the opportunity to:Architect, design, and implement SAP S/4HANA Finance solutions (including FI, CO, and Asset Accounting) to support global and India-specific business requirements and transformation initiatives.Lead end-to-end SAP S/4HANA Finance projects, including process re-engineering, system configuration, data migration, and integration with other SAP and non-SAP systems.Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements, define solution roadmaps, and ensure alignment with financial, regulatory, and compliance standards, including India statutory and tax requirements.Optimize financial processes leveraging S/4HANA innovations such as Universal Journal, Central Finance, and embedded analytics to drive efficiency and real-time insights.Support internal and external audits by ensuring proper controls, documentation, and compliance within SAP S/4HANA Finance systems, including India GST, TDS, and other statutory reporting.The essential requirements of the job include:Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.Minimum 8 years of hands-on experience in SAP Finance, with at least 3 years in SAP S/4HANA Finance architecture, implementation, and support.Proven expertise in SAP S/4HANA Finance process design, configuration, and integration with other SAP modules (MM, SD, PP).Strong proficiency in SAP S/4HANA Finance data migration, reporting, and compliance with global financial standards (IFRS, SOX, etc.).Demonstrated experience implementing and supporting India-specific finance requirements in SAP, including GST, TDS, e-invoicing, and statutory reporting.Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:Ability to travel up to 10% for project deployments, audits, or team meetings (domestic and international).It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:SAP S/4HANA Finance implementation in the Life Sciences or Diagnostics industry.Experience working in SAP RAR moduleCepheid, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at danaherbenefitsinfo.com .Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.For more information, visit .