SAP FICO Program Manager

We are looking for a highly experienced SAP FICO Program Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale SAP S/4HANA Finance or ECC FICO implementations. This role demands strong leadership, domain expertise in SAP FICO (including submodules like AR, AP, AA, GL, CO, CO-PA), and proven experience managing cross-functional teams and stakeholders. You will own the full lifecycle of SAP Finance transformation programs, define program strategy, and ensure on-time delivery and quality compliance.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Own and lead the full lifecycle of SAP Finance transformation programsfrom project scoping through to delivery and post-go-live support.
• Define program strategy, roadmap, and milestones aligned with business goals.
• Manage a team of SAP consultants across FICO, SD, MM, and technical tracks.
• Oversee project governance, risk management, resource planning, and stakeholder communication.
• Ensure budget control, on-time delivery, and quality compliance across all workstreams.
• Interface with business leaders and IT teams to ensure business process alignment.
• Drive fit-gap analysis, solution design, and integration strategies with modules like SD, MM, and CO-PA.
• Coordinate with offshore teams, vendors, and partners as needed.

Skills Required:

• Strong understanding of FICO submodules: GL, AP, AR, Asset Accounting, Cost Center, Internal Orders, and CO-PA.
• Hands-on or past experience in S/4HANA Finance implementations is a must.
• Expertise in leading global rollouts, greenfield/brownfield implementations, and finance transformation programs.
• Experience in stakeholder management, executive communication, and escalation handling.
• Familiarity with Agile, SAP Activate, or Waterfall methodologies.
• PMP or Prince2 certification is a plus.
• SAP S/4HANA Certification (Finance/Controlling) is a plus.
• Experience with tools like JIRA, MS Project, and Solution Manager is a plus.
• Domain exposure to manufacturing, retail, or utilities is a plus.

QUALIFICATION:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.