SAP FI Lead SAP FICO

Job Description

Job Description

About the Job

You will be aligned with our long-standing client in the SAP FI Lead SAP FICO. The candidate should be aware of the latest trends in this industry as are applicable from a domain and technological perspective

Title: SAP FI Lead SAP FICO

Location: Remote

Position: Fulltime

Job Description:

SAP FI S/4 HANA Implementation:

• Lead and participate in S/4 HANA Finance implementation projects, handling the end-to-end process from requirements gathering to go-live. Configure FI modules, leveraging the enhanced functionalities available in S/4 HANA.

Pharma Domain Expertise:

• Apply knowledge of pharma-specific finance requirements, such as cost center allocations, compliance with regulatory standards, taxation, and financial reporting, to design customized solutions for the pharmaceutical industry.

General Ledger Accounting (GL):

• Implement and configure General Ledger functionalities, including parallel ledgers, document splitting, and new G/L functionalities in S/4 HANA.
• Ensure smooth integration with Controlling (CO) for comprehensive financial reporting.

Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR):

• Configure and support AP and AR modules, including integration with Bank Accounting and Treasury.
• Ensure smooth processing of vendor payments, customer billing, and collections using enhanced S/4 HANA features.

Asset Accounting (AA):

• Implement Asset Accounting (AA) functionality to manage fixed assets, depreciation calculations, and asset lifecycle management, ensuring compliance with financial and legal reporting standards.

Financial Close and Consolidation :

• Manage the financial close process, ensuring timely and accurate completion of month-end and year-end closing tasks.
• Configure and implement intercompany accounting, financial consolidations, and group reporting.

Bank Accounting and Cash Management:

• Configure and support Bank Accounting and Cash Management, ensuring accurate tracking of cash flows, bank statements, and liquidity forecasts. Implement In-House Cash Management to optimize liquidity across business units.

S/4 HANA Finance Innovations:

• Utilize S/4 HANA Finance innovations such as Universal Journal, Central Finance, Predictive Accounting, and Embedded Analytics to deliver enhanced financial reporting and decision-making support.
• Data Migration and Integration:
• Lead the migration of legacy data to S/4 HANA, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data. Collaborate with other module leads (e.g., CO, MM, SD) to ensure seamless integration across the SAP landscape.

Experience:

• 6-8 years of experience in SAP Finance (FI), covering GL, AP, AR, AA, and Bank Accounting.
• Minimum 1 year of S/4 HANA implementation experience, with deep knowledge of S/4 HANA Finance innovations.
• Experience in the pharma industry is highly preferred, particularly in handling financial regulations, taxation, and compliance.

Certifications (Good to Have):

• SAP Certified Application Associate - Financial Accounting (FI)
• SAP S/4 HANA Finance certification Any relevant S/4 HANA implementation certification.

Technical Skills:

• Strong experience in configuring SAP FI modules including GL, AP, AR, AA, and Bank Accounting.
• In-depth understanding of S/4 HANA Finance functionalities such as Universal Journal, New Asset Accounting, Group Reporting, and Central Finance.
• Knowledge of tax configuration, including GST, withholding tax, and e-invoicing.
• Experience with financial integration across other SAP modules such as CO, MM, SD, and Treasury.

Preferred:

Domain Experience:

Previous experience working in the pharmaceutical industry is highly desirable, with a strong understanding of financial regulations, cost structures, and compliance standards within the industry.

Proven experience in at least one full lifecycle S/4 HANA Finance implementation, with involvement in all project phases from blueprinting to go-live.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.

About HR PUNDITS Inc.

HRP is a trusted partner to leading implementation partners and customers, recognized for our commitment to quality resourcing and sustainable business growth. We prioritize customer success and work collaboratively to drive growth, ensuring that each engagement delivers impactful results and long-term value.

Thanks & Regards,

Aanchal Tyagi
Sr. Technical Recruiter - HR Pundits Inc

Email: [email protected] |

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