Principal Consultant or Solution Architect - SAP S/4 Finance Solutions (FICO & PS)

Principal Consultant or Solution Architect - SAP S/4 Finance Solutions (FICO & PS)

Role Overview:

As a Principal Consultant or Solution Architect for S/4 HANA Solutions at Argano, you will play a crucial role in delivering SAP S/4 solutions. You will be responsible for guiding our clients through their SAP S/4 transformation journey, ensuring the alignment of SAP solutions with their business objectives, and establishing Argano as the partner of choice for SAP digital transformations. The initial project will involve a mastery of finance process knowledge, specifically pertaining to Revenue Recognition, Controlling, Productivity Analysis, Auditing/SOX compliance, and integration with standard SAP Project System as it pertains Customer Projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Solution Development:

• Develop and implement strategic SAP S/4 solutions tailored to meet client needs across various modules with expertise in Finance (FICO) and Project Systems (PS) specifically revenue recognition and ASC 606.
• Analyze business processes and requirements to recommend appropriate SAP S/4 functionalities that enhance operational efficiency and productivity.

Client Engagement and Advisory:

• Establish and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor in SAP S/4 capabilities and Revenue Recognition best practices as they pertain to key processes such as OrdertoCash, ProcuretoPay, PlantoProduce, RecordtoReport.
• Effectively communicate with senior-level client Finance stakeholders and act as a translator between functional & technical teams.
• Strong and deep knowledge of End-to-End Business Processes.

Project Leadership and Management:

• Lead SAP S/4 Finance implementation projects, managing timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure successful delivery.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and innovation to achieve project objectives.
• Ability to roll sleeves up and configure the system to

Risk Management and Quality Assurance:

• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure the smooth execution of SAP S/4 projects.
• Ensure the quality of deliverables meets Argano s high standards and client expectations.

Change Management and Training:

• Guide clients through change management processes associated with SAP S/4 implementation, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
• Develop and deliver training programs to enhance client understanding and adoption of SAP S/4 functionalities.

Thought Leadership and Innovation:

• Stay abreast of the latest SAP S/4 developments, trends, and best practices to maintain Argano s leadership in SAP solutions.
• Share insights and best practices with clients and internal teams, promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in business administration, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field. An MBA or relevant master's degree is preferred.
• Experience: At least 10 years of experience in SAP consulting, with a proven track record of successful SAP S/4 implementations across multiple core modules.
• Certifications: SAP S/4 certification(s) in relevant module(s) highly valued.
• Required Skills:
• Deep expertise in SAP S/4 Finance (FICO) as it pertains to manufacturing & plant finance.
• Broad and deep understanding of Revenue Recognition and the ability to map end-to-end processes such as OrdertoCash, ProcuretoPay, PlantoProduce & RecordtoReport.
• Understanding of ASC Rules, specifically ASC 606.
• Exceptional client engagement and communication skills, with the ability to act as a trusted advisor and translator among senior-level client Finance stakeholders by bridging functional & technical teams.
• Experience with AccountBased COPA as it pertains to profit centers, chart of accounts, relations with production costs and inventory movements.
• SOX & audit controls compliance process knowledge.
• Hands-on experience integrating FICO with Project System (PS) Customer Projects.
• Strong leadership and project management skills, capable of leading complex SAP implementation projects.
• Proficient in risk management, quality assurance, and change management processes.
• A commitment to continuous learning and staying updated on the latest SAP S/4 developments.
• Ability to present End to End Business Processes.

Travel:

• Up to 80% to client sites.