Senior SAP Functional Expert – FICO

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior SAP Functional Expert – Finance & Controlling (FICO) with deep expertise in SAP S/4

HANA Finance to lead and support key financial transformation initiatives.

The ideal candidate combines strong functional knowledge of finance and controlling processes with hands‑on experience in S/4

HANA innovations, enabling real‑time insights, streamlined operations, and scalable financial solutions.

• Lead the design, configuration, and optimization of SAP S/4
  
  HANA Finance (FI/CO) solutions across global entities
• Partner with finance stakeholders to translate complex business requirements into scalable, best‑practice S/4
  
  HANA solutions
• Drive the implementation of key S/4
  
  HANA capabilities, including:
  • Universal Journal (ACDOCA)
  • New Asset Accounting
  • Margin Analysis (CO‑PA)
  • Advanced Financial Closing
  • Group Reporting / Consolidation
  • Central Finance (as applicable)
• Define and deliver functional specifications for enhancements, interfaces (APIs/BAPIs), and Fiori applications
• Ensure seamless integration with other SAP modules (MM, SD, PP, PS)
• Support finance transformation initiatives such as shared services, IFRS compliance, entity harmonization, accelerated close cycles, and real‑time reporting
• Lead key project phases, including design, configuration, testing, data migration, cutover, and hypercare
• Collaborate with finance leadership, auditors, and IT teams to ensure system compliance, performance, and scalability
• Provide mentorship and functional guidance to junior consultants and business users
• Contribute to pre‑sales activities and support business development efforts

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 10+ years of SAP FICO experience, including at least 3+ years on SAP S/4
  
  HANA Finance
• Proven experience delivering S/4
  
  HANA Finance implementations (greenfield, brownfield, or system conversions)
• Strong functional expertise across SAP FI (GL, AP, AR, Asset Accounting, Banking) and CO (Cost Center Accounting, Internal Orders, Product Costing, Profitability Analysis)
• Solid understanding of financial processes, including closing, reporting, and compliance (IFRS/GAAP, tax regulations)
• Experience designing and validating functional specifications, configurations, and test scenarios
• Strong integration knowledge with logistics, manufacturing, and project systems modules
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders
• Proven ability to work in cross‑functional and international environments
• SAP S/4
  
  HANA certification is an asset

Competitive Compensation

• Annual performance bonus

Benefits That Matter

• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and long‑term disability insurance
• Optional add‑ons:
  Accidental, Telemedicine, and Critical Illness coverage

Time for You

• 3 weeks of vacation
• Sick leave and personal days
• Monthly transportation allowance
• Hybrid work environment
• All the equipment you need to succeed

Grow With Us

• World‑class training and development
• Clear paths for career advancement
• A caring, collaborative, and inclusive culture

Disclaimer:
Sopra Steria is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our company works everyday to combat all forms of discrimination and promote a respectful working environment. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.