Senior financial analyst

Job Description: Senior Financial Analyst (SAP S/4 HANA) Position : Senior Financial Analyst / Finance Manager Location : India (Remote, Team based in Italy) Contract Type : Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week) About the Role We are seeking an accomplished Senior Financial Analyst with 15–20 years’ experience in finance, accounting, and SAP-enabled transformation to join our European operations, whilst being based out of India. The successful candidate will be a trusted finance leader with deep SAP S/4 HANA expertise (FICO, Product Costing, CO-PA) and proven experience across order-to-cash (O2 C), procure-to-pay (P2 P), plan-to-product (P2 P), and request-to-service (R2 S) cycles. With a strong finance and business leadership background, the candidate will partner with cross-functional teams, drive financial insights, and ensure best-in-class process excellence to support operational and strategic growth. Key Responsibilities Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business objectives. Serve as SAP S/4 HANA FICO Subject Matter Expert , driving adoption, optimization, and continuous improvement of financial processes. Manage end-to-end business cycles : • Order-to-Cash (O2 C): Streamline billing, collections, and revenue recognition. • Procure-to-Pay (P2 P): Oversee purchasing, vendor management, and payment cycles. • Plan-to-Product: Support costing, product lifecycle, and profitability analysis. • Request-to-Service (R2 S): Align service delivery with financial and operational KPIs. Provide business insights through Hyperion, SAP reporting, and advanced financial analytics to support executive decision-making. Partner with leadership to evaluate new projects, investments, and product cost structures. Support regulatory compliance, internal controls, and audit readiness in line with IFRS/GAAP standards. Build and mentor finance teams to strengthen organizational capability. Act as a business advisor to senior management , aligning financial planning with strategic growth. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; MBA preferred . 15–20 years’ experience in Finance/Accounting with senior-level or managerial roles. Certified SAP Application Associate – SAP S/4 HANA Financial Accounting (or equivalent). Strong expertise in SAP FICO, Product Costing, CO-PA, and SAP Business Processes . Demonstrated leadership in budgeting, costing, and financial analysis . Proficiency with Hyperion Financial Reporting and other advanced analytics tools. Proven track record in process improvement, audits, and compliance management . Strong communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Core Capabilities Strategic Finance Leadership – proven ability to align financial planning with business strategy. Process Expertise – deep knowledge of O2 C, P2 P, plan-to-product, and R2 S cycles. Digital Transformation – hands-on SAP S/4 HANA experience and ERP optimization. Analytical Excellence – strong ability to translate data into actionable insights. Leadership & Collaboration – ability to guide teams, mentor talent, and engage with executives. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package aligned with local standards. Full-time, permanent position (40 hours per week). Remote based working capabilities Opportunity to drive financial transformation projects across a global business. Career development and training in advanced SAP and financial leadership