SAP FICO Architect

We are seeking a strategic SAP S/4HANA Finance Architect to drive finance transformation, migration, and implementation projects for our clients. This is a hands-on, strategic leadership role focused on implementation, not day-to-day support activities. Key Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle SAP FICO implementation and migration projects (ECC to S/4HANA) using methodologies like SAP Activate.

• Serve as a strategic leader and client-facing expert, conducting workshops with business stakeholders, designing “to be” processes, and ensuring client buy-in.

• Engage in pre-sales activities, conceptualizing solutions, and generating Requests for Proposal (RFPs) for potential clients.

• Design and implement advanced finance solutions using advanced analytics, including Python and machine learning, for applications such as high-accuracy reconciliation models.

• Provide techno-functional expertise, covering SAP FICO modules (A/R, A/P, Asset Accounting, Cost Center Accounting, Profitability Analysis) and managing technical teams for customizations and enhancements.

• Manage onshore and offshore teams and coordinate project activities., The interview process is strict and typically involves 3 to 4 rounds: * HR Screening and comprehension assessment.

• Technical evaluation (potentially involving a panel).

• A required final in-person meeting with management.

• Extensive SAP FICO experience (14+ years preferred, 20+ years cited on some candidates), with a strong background in S/4HANA.78

• Proficiency in S/4HANA 2022 and ECC 6.0, with expertise in areas like Product Costing (CO-PC), Actual Costing, Material Ledger, FSCM, and Asset Accounting.6

• Strong verbal communication skills are essential for the rigorous interview process.

• Willingness to relocate to Carmel, IN, or Atlanta, GA. Relocation to the area is expected within 2 months of joining.

• Openness to 30-70% travel, including weekly travel initially until relocation is complete.

• Base Salary Range: $110,000 - $140,000 per annum, contingent upon technical evaluation results. (Base salary for consultant-level roles starts around $90K-$110K, with senior roles generally capped at $135K base).