Role Overview :
We are seeking a highly accomplished SAP FICO Senior Consultant with over a decade of experience in delivering complex enterprise transformation projects. The ideal professional will possess deep functional and integration expertise in Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO), with proven experience across global implementations, rollouts, and S / 4HANA migrations.
This role demands strategic business acumen, hands-on SAP expertise, and the ability to bridge finance processes with digital technology to drive transformation and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead end-to-end SAP FICO implementations and enhancement projects in both ECC and S / 4HANA environments.
- Collaborate with CFOs, finance leaders, and business stakeholders to design, configure, and deploy robust financial solutions.
- Design and implement core finance processes including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Accounting, and Bank Accounting.
- Configure and optimize Controlling processes including Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, Internal Orders, Product Costing, and COPA.
- Manage integrations between FICO and other modules such as MM, SD, PP, and HR for seamless transactional flow.
- Perform detailed business process mapping, fit-gap analysis, and solution blueprinting aligned with global standards.
- Drive testing cycles, UAT, cutover planning, and post-go-live support to ensure system stability and user readiness.
- Troubleshoot complex functional issues and provide expert-level support in production environments.
- Partner with technical teams for automation, interfaces, and custom enhancements aligned with business needs.
- Mentor and guide junior consultants, ensuring delivery excellence across the finance workstream.
- Stay updated with SAP S / 4HANA Finance innovations including Universal Journal, Central Finance, and Group Reporting.
Required Skills and Experience :
Minimum 10 years of experience in SAP FICO, with strong functional expertise and hands-on configuration skills.Proven experience in at least 3 full lifecycle implementations involving FI and CO components.Deep understanding of finance processes such as period-end closing, financial consolidation, and reporting.Experience with cost accounting, profitability analysis, and integration with logistics and manufacturing modules.Strong understanding of S / 4HANA Finance architecture and migration concepts.Knowledge of tax configurations, foreign currency valuation, and multi-entity financial consolidation.Expertise in working with stakeholders across global finance functions.Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills for business-facing delivery.Experience in managing cross-functional teams and offshore / onshore collaboration.Preferred Qualifications :
SAP Certified Application Professional in Financial Accounting or Controlling.Experience in S / 4HANA Finance transformations, Central Finance, or Group Reporting.Familiarity with integration to Treasury, BPC, or third-party financial systems.Exposure to global template rollouts and multi-country deployments.Background in industries such as Manufacturing, FMCG, Pharma, or Energy.Why Join :
Lead high-impact SAP finance transformation projects with global enterprise clients.Collaborate with industry-recognized SAP experts in a results-driven, innovation-focused environment.Exposure to next-generation finance capabilities including S / 4HANA, analytics, and automation.Competitive compensation, fast-track career growth, and opportunities for international exposure.Work culture built on excellence, accountability, and continuous professional development.(ref : hirist.tech)