SAP Functional Consultant

A Day in the Life

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into SAP finance solutions.
• Configure, customize, and maintain SAP finance modules, including but not limited to FI (Financial Accounting), CO (Controlling), and AA (Asset Accounting).
• Provide expertise in SAP finance best practices and advise on system optimizations and enhancements.
• Lead and participate in end-to-end implementation projects, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, training, and support.
• Perform system integration activities with third-party systems such as Blackline, Vertex, ReVal, and others, ensuring seamless data flow and process alignment.
• Conduct thorough testing of configured solutions to ensure accuracy, compliance, and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to SAP finance modules and integrations.
• Provide user training and support during project implementations and post-go-live phases.
• Stay updated on SAP finance trends, technologies, and best practices to continuously improve processes and systems.

Minimum Requirements

• 7+ years of experience with a bachelor's degree or 5+ years of experience with an advanced degree or equivalent work experience.
• Hands on experience as an SAP Finance Functional Analyst, with a focus on SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA, and SAP Central Finance.
• Prior project experience with moving a client from ECC to S4 HANA is a plus.
• Proven experience in SAP support/implementations, with a focus on Finance and integrated modules.
• Strong understanding of financial processes, SOX compliance and risk management practices.
• Hands-on experience in configuring and customizing SAP finance modules to meet business requirements.
• Experience with Global rollouts.
• Strong virtual communication skills across all levels of Finance and IT organizations
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to troubleshoot complex integration issues.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to effectively interact with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and propose effective solutions.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• A working knowledge of accounting principles and processes.

Nice to Have

• Prior Pharma and/or Medical Device experience is desired.
• Familiarization with automation tools and Robotic Processing (RPA)