Job Description
Job Opening : Senior Functional Specialist (SAP FICO)
Role Overview : As a Senior Functional Specialist (SAP FICO), this role will drive the strategic implementation and optimization of SAP solutions, including S / 4HANA and other ERP solutions, across financial, operational domains and drive digital transformation initiatives aligned with business goals. Report to Section Head - MIS.
Key Responsibilities
FICO Solution Architecture
- Design and configure SAP FICO (FI, CO, Treasury, BCM, BPC) solutions in S / 4HANA environment.
- Provide expert support for finance, costing, and fund management operations.
- Ensure & support compliance with IFRS, ICFR, Internal / External audits, VAT, and ISMS ISO 27001 : 2022 controls.
- Manage master data, user roles, and authorization controls.
- Lead the transition and optimization of financial processes in S / 4HANA.
- Lead integration of FI (GL, AA, AR ,AP & VAT), CO (CCA, PCA, PC & COPA) modules with MM, WM, ARIBA, SD, PM, PS, PP, QM & HCM relating to Logistics, production, maintenance and process related process.
S / 4HANA-Specific Scope
Lead SAP teams and oversee full-cycle projects including S / 4HANA implementations, upgrades, and roll-outs.Define and execute SAP roadmaps aligned with business and IT strategies.Ensure seamless integration with non-SAP ERP’s, cloud platforms, and tools like SAP Ariba & Business Data Cloud.Drive automation and process optimization across finance and operations.Maintain alignment of SAP functionalities with organizational and regulatory requirements.Implement innovations such as Fiori apps, and real-time analytics (SAC / other).Drive continuous improvement and digital transformation initiatives.Strategic & Operational Support
Collaborate with business units to align SAP solutions with strategic objectives.Provide training and support to end-users and finance teams.Coordinate and ensure seamless business continuity with Infrastructure section projects.Qualifications : Education
Graduate in finance, BCom or MBASAP Certified Associate Financials & Costing (ECC6 / S / 4HANA)CA / CMA / PMP is preferredExperience
10+ years in SAP operations Finance, Accounting and Costing5+ years in a leadership role managing SAP FICO in ECC / S / 4HANAIndustry exposure in manufacturing (cement / any other mandatory), Construction, Property, Retail, Shipping and trading etc.Skills & Competencies
Deep expertise in SAP FICO, Treasury, BCM, BPC, and Funds ManagementProficiency in S / 4HANA, Ariba, VAT and integration with Non-SAP ERP’sStrong leadership and excellent project management skillsExcellent problem solving, communication, and stakeholder engagementExperience with WRICEF, ABAP coordination, and UAT