SAP Solution Architect FICO with VIM Expertise - Remote

Job Title:

SAP Solution Architect – Finance & Controlling (FICO) with VIM Expertise

Role Overview:

The SAP Solution Architect will lead the design and delivery of Finance and Controlling (FICO) solutions within SAP S/4HANA, with secondary expertise in Vendor Invoice Management (VIM). The role requires strong business process understanding, deep functional knowledge, and experience in global template design for large-scale transformation programs. Should have interacted with Business to understand Business Requirements and drafting them into Requirement documentation.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Own the end-to-end solution architecture for Finance and Controlling processes in SAP S/4HANA.
• Design and implement Accounts Payable automation leveraging OpenText VIM.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to capture requirements and translate them into functional specifications.
• Define global Chart of Accounts, Cost Center hierarchies, and Profitability Analysis structures.
• Ensure compliance with Life Sciences industry regulations (e.g., GxP, SOX).
• Drive integration with related modules (MM, SD, PP) and external systems.
• Lead fit-gap analysis, blueprinting, and configuration activities.
• Support data migration strategy for finance master and transactional data.
• Provide guidance on SAP best practices, Fiori apps, and embedded analytics.
• Oversee testing strategy and ensure quality delivery across phases.
• Act as a trusted advisor on SAP roadmap and future enhancements.

 Required Skills & Experience:

• 15+ years of SAP experience with at least 3 full lifecycle implementations in Finance and Controlling.
• Strong expertise in SAP S/4HANA Finance and SAP Activate methodology.
• Hands-on experience with OpenText VIM for invoice management.
• Deep understanding of Record-to-Report, Order-to-Cash, and Procure-to-Pay processes.
• Good understanding of Integrations and Reporting requirements and having done requirement analysis and building specifications.
• Experience in Life Sciences industry and familiarity with compliance requirements.
• Proven track record in complex global SAP transformation programs.
• Strong integration knowledge with MM, SD, and third-party systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAP certification in Finance (FICO) and/or VIM.
• Experience in global template design and rollout.
• Exposure to tax compliance, intercompany processes, and regulatory reporting.

 Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong leadership and ability to drive consensus in a global environment.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities.