SAP Finance Expert Lead

Job Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned expert to lead our SAP Finance and Controlling Module.

The successful candidate will be responsible for setting and managing the organization's SAP IT landscape in alignment with business requirements. They will be an expert in SAP, with a strong focus on Finance and Controlling Processes, and will work closely with the IT team, Business Technology Partners, and SAP partners to ensure seamless integration and implementation of SAP solutions.

• Develop and enhance SAP solutions for Finance Department Processes - Lead the creation of new SAP landscape and Implementation of SAP by replacing existing non-SAP solutions/Business need. This includes defining scope and documenting business needs. Maintains a particular strength in finding what can be delivered out of the box and when it is fitting to use custom development. This is more related to aligning the business process. This role will define the entire flow between the integrated domains such as finance and materials management, SD and Finance, or PM and finance.

• Define, design, and deliver SAP Process: Ensure a best practice design and implementation of SAP solutions for Finance Processes, ensuring they are scalable, reliable, and secure. Ensure adherence to SAP architectural standards and best practices. Promote the adoption of SAP with the best practices and innovative solutions to improve business processes.

• Support technical architecture analysis, research, design, and development: Support integration with key applications and services within the SAP ecosystem. Ensure the efficient and effective operation of SAP systems, including performance monitoring, optimization, and issue resolution.

• Provide architecture and design guidance: Guide development and functional teams to configure and implement solutions according to SAP standards and best practices. Leverage common technical elements and avoid duplication of work. This also includes testing approach, data governance and Go Live activities.

• Monitor the Progress of Fi/CO Module and Team Monitoring: Lead and manage FI/CO Module ensuring all processes are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. Ensure adherence to SAP's documentation practices and standards.

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders: Act as a liaison between IT team, Business Technology Partners, and SAP partners. Establish and enforce governance frameworks to ensure compliance with SAP standards and policies.

• Maintain advanced level technical certification: Stay updated by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and taking part in professional programs.

• Continuous monitoring and improvement: Monitor the system continuously and address both immediate and long-term issues. Identify potential issues and propose innovative solutions. Being a proactive leader by monitoring trends, identifying potential process improvements, understanding and education on modern technologies, impacting the Business group by driving transformational change using IT solutions.

• Team building and mentorship: Take an active role in developing team members, acting as a mentor and coach.

• Master's degree or equivalent in a related field to the area of responsibility.
• Advanced degree preferred (MBA Finance).
• Certification in SAP: Preferred (FI/CO Module).

• Must have 10+ years of overall SAP experience with strong functional knowledge of Sales, Manufacturing or other Enterprise processes using SAP with specialization in Finance and Controlling Module.
• Minimum of 7 years prior experience in managing a large-scale SAP-related programs in the capacity of Module Lead.