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# SAP CO Functional Lead

- **Company:** Robert Bosch GmbH
- **Location:** Derry, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Information Systems, SAP (Applications), SAP CO, SAP Implementation, SAP R/3, SAP Project System, SAP S/4HANA
- **Published:** May 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/jobad/gb97fd0d9a740702c36a88d6da4b4b919b

## About the Role

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field.
 * 5+ years of hands-on experience with SAP CO (Controlling) in a consulting or enterprise environment.
 * Proven experience implementing SAP R/3 and/or S/4HANA systems-ideally including at least one full-cycle S/4HANA migration.
 * Strong understanding of related SAP modules (FI, MM, PP, etc.) and cross-functional process integration.
 * Familiarity with project management methodologies (agile, waterfall/PEP).
 * Excellent analytical, documentation, and stakeholder communication skills.
 * Ability to work independently and lead initiatives in a hybrid and international work environment.
 * Willingness to travel internationally as needed (10-20%).

Preferred Skills:

 * Experience in training key users and supporting change management efforts.
 * Familiarity with U.S. GAAP and finance operations in a manufacturing environment.
 * German language skills a plus (not required).

## Description

As a Senior SAP CO Process Expert, you will lead the design, implementation, and global rollout of SAP Controlling (CO) processes within a dynamic S/4HANA transformation. In this role, you'll serve as a key consultant and implementation lead, driving cross-functional collaboration between Controlling, Finance, and adjacent business units such as Production, Logistics, and R&D. You'll also work closely with our U.S. and global teams during SAP system migrations from R/3 to S/4HANA.

 * Serve as a subject matter expert for SAP Controlling (CO) processes across global business units.
 * Lead the definition, documentation, and implementation of process templates and best practices.
 * Support process integration with adjacent domains including production, logistics, investments, and corporate finance.
 * Guide U.S. and global business entities through the SAP R/3 to S/4HANA migration.
 * Collaborate with corporate headquarters to ensure system alignment and data consistency.
 * Drive the successful global rollout of CO-related functionalities across regional and international locations.
 * Provide post-go-live support, continuous improvement recommendations, and user training.
 * Participate in broader IT transformation projects with a focus on finance and controlling systems.
 * Act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders, providing expert-level insights into SAP CO optimization.


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