Senior Sap Fico Consultant

Job title: Senior SAP FICO Consultant

About the role:

We are seeking a highly experienced SAP FICO Consultant with 8+ years of expertise to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in the SAP Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) modules, as well as a deep understanding of business processes, financial systems, and SAP integrations. The role requires leadership in SAP FICO implementations, managing large-scale projects, optimizing financial processes, and providing ongoing support to ensure smooth operation of the system

Key Responsibilities:

• SAP FICO Implementation & Leadership: Lead and manage end-to-end implementation of SAP FICO (FI, CO) modules, including configuration, customization, and integration with other SAP modules (e.g., MM, SD, HR).
• Business Process Analysis & Mapping: Work closely with senior stakeholders to understand complex financial processes, gather requirements, and map them to SAP functionality, ensuring alignment with best practices.
• Customization & Configuration: Provide high-level expertise in configuring SAP FICO modules, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Accounting, Cost Centers, Profit Centers, Internal Orders, and more.
• Integration Management: Oversee integration between SAP FICO and other SAP modules (MM, SD, HR, etc.) to ensure seamless data flow and business process alignment.
• Project Management: Lead cross-functional teams through SAP FICO projects, ensuring on-time delivery, adherence to budget, and high-quality outcomes. Manage project timelines, deliverables, and client expectations.
• Reporting & Analytics: Design, configure, and deliver advanced financial reports using SAP tools such as Report Painter, SAP BW, FIORI, and SAP Analytics Cloud. Ensure that reports meet client-specific requirements and provide insights for better decision-making.
• Post-Implementation Support & Optimization: Provide ongoing support for SAP FICO systems, including troubleshooting, system upgrades, performance tuning, and user support. Identify areas for continuous improvement and optimization within the financial systems.
• End-User Training & Documentation: Deliver comprehensive end-user training on SAP FICO functionalities and provide detailed documentation, ensuring that users are proficient in using the system effectively.
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Stay up to date with new SAP features and best practices, proposing and implementing enhancements that drive business efficiencies and improve financial management. •
• Leadership & Mentorship: Mentor and guide junior consultants and team members, sharing expertise and knowledge to develop the SAP FICO capabilities within the organization.

Skills and Competencies:

• Minimum of 8+ years of hands-on experience in SAP FICO (FI/CO) consulting, including full lifecycle SAP implementations and extensive post-go-live support.
• In-depth knowledge of SAP FICO modules, including complex configuration, customization, and integration with other SAP modules (MM, SD, HCM, etc.)
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAP FICO tools such as SAP BW, Report Painter, FIORI, and SAP Analytics Cloud.
• Project Management Skills: Proven ability to lead and manage SAP projects, work with cross-functional teams, and deliver projects on time and within scope.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• SAP Certified Application Associate Financial Accounting (FI), Controlling (CO), or other relevant SAP certifications. SAP S/4HANA Finance certification is a pl