Overview :

Looking for a highly experienced SAP S/4HANA FICO Techno-Functional Consultant to be a key player in the implementation, integration, and ongoing support of enterprise financial systems. This role will focus on both functional configuration and technical integration across the finance ecosystem.

The consultant will be part of the SAP Center of Excellence (COE) and responsible for delivering high-impact solutions, driving finance digital transformation, and ensuring system reliability and performance.

Key Responsibilities :

- Design, configure, and implement SAP S/4HANA Finance (FI) modules including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), and Fixed Assets (FA). Ensure compliance with accounting standards and business controls.

- Lead end-to-end integration of SAP FI with Ariba for procurement automation and invoice reconciliation, ensuring seamless workflows between purchasing and accounts payable.

- Support and configure SAP Group Reporting for financial consolidation, multi-entity reporting, and elimination of intercompany transactions.

- Lead the functional integration of SAP FI with legacy financial systems via middleware or APIs.

- Engage with business analysts and cross-functional stakeholders to gather requirements and define process improvements.

- Develop detailed functional and technical specifications, support development, and conduct end-to-end system testing.

- Perform technical configuration and customizations, coordinate defect resolution, and ensure solutions meet compliance standards.

- Provide comprehensive support during month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.

- Collaborate with developers to debug ABAP and CDS views, analyze code logic, and support enhancements.

- Ensure alignment with SDLC methodologies (Agile, Waterfall), internal IT policies, and audit regulations.

- Prepare and deliver end-user training, create detailed manuals, and conduct interactive sessions.

- Work closely with global and cross-functional teams to design integrated financial solutions.

- Actively participate in project planning by providing realistic estimates and identifying risks.

- Support go-live activities including cutover planning, data migration validation, and hypercare.

- Provide Level 2/3 support, perform root cause analysis, and drive long-term resolution strategies.

Must-Have :

- Bachelor's degree in IT, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.

- 7+ years of experience as a functional consultant with deep expertise in SAP FI (GL, AP, FA) configuration.

- Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA Finance including Universal Journal, Advanced Asset Accounting, and Central Finance framework.

- Strong exposure to SAP Group Reporting including group structures, consolidation logic, and reporting tools like AFO and SAC.

- Experience with SAP Ariba integration : indirect procurement, invoice management, and digital approval workflows.

- Experience with SAP Concur : travel request to reimbursement lifecycle and expense policy configurations.

- Experience integrating SAP MM with Ariba and configuring Procurement-to-Pay (P2P) cycles.

- Proficiency in integration techniques including APIs, middleware (SAP PI/PO, SAP BTP), and batch interface design.

Nice-to-Have :

- SAP S/4HANA Financial Accounting Certification.

- Exposure to SAP AI Tools (Joule, Automations).

- Familiarity with SAP BW/4HANA, SAC, and Analysis for Office (AFO).

- Basic ABAP debugging, enhancement framework, BADIs, and CDS view modeling skills.

- Experience working with globally distributed teams.

- Awareness of IFRS17 and financial regulatory requirements in insurance or banking sector.