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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # SAP FICO Consultant - **Company:** Apptad Inc. - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Adobe Analytics, Unit Testing, Program Optimization, SAP (Applications), SAP FI/CO, SAP Sales and Distribution, Enterprise Software Applications, Sap Finance, SAP S/4HANA - **Published:** June 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/08a0777c-2e44-4241-b7dd-84bed110b083 ## About the Role * Strong knowledge of SAP FI and CO modules, including configuration and best practices. * Configuration knowledge in SAP FI/CO and Tax * Understanding of tax processes as it relates to corporate accounting and tax reporting. * Understanding of accounting processes as it relates to corporate accounting, treasury and reporting. * Good understanding of controlling and product costing and manufacturing finance. * Troubleshooting experience and ability to provide/propose wholistic solutions * Experience with S/4HANA Finance implementation and configuration (e.g., GL, AP, AR, CO-PA) is often preferred. * Drive initiatives for system optimization and process efficiency within the MM module, * Proven experience in full-cycle implementations, support , and upgrade projects. * Understanding of integrating FICO with other SAP modules (MM, SD) and other enterprise systems. * Excellent analytical skills for diagnosing and resolving complex business process and system issues. * Strong communication skills to effectively interact with clients and stakeholders, coupled with leadership abilities. ## Description * An SAP FICO Consultant is responsible for leading SAP Finance and Controlling module implementations and optimizations, involving requirement gathering, solution design, configuration, testing, and end-user training. * Key duties include analyzing business processes, developing functional specifications for system changes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, supporting financial close activities, and mentoring junior consultants to ensure successful and compliant SAP solutions., * Gather and analyze detailed business requirements from finance and accounting teams to translate them into effective SAP FICO solutions. * Design and configure core FICO modules, including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Asset Accounting (AA), and Cost Center Accounting (CO-OM), to align with business processes and goals. * Lead end-to-end project phases from blueprinting to deployment, manage project scope, timelines, and deliverables, and ensure alignment with best practices. * Develop and execute testing plans, including Unit Testing and User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and conduct end-user training to ensure proper adoption of the SAP solutions. * Prepare detailed functional specifications for new reports, enhancements, and interfaces, and create comprehensive documentation for processes and procedures. * Provide ongoing support, troubleshoot complex system issues, and support critical financial activities like month-end and year-end closing. * Work closely with finance, accounting, and other cross-functional teams (e.g., MM, SD) to ensure seamless integration and alignment of SAP solutions. * Mentor and guide junior team members, provide knowledge transfer, and contribute to internal team capability building and proposal development. * Keep updated with new SAP releases, patches, and upgrades to enhance system functionality and performance. ## Related Videos - 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