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SAP FICO Functional Lead
Location: Jacksonville, FL – Must be willing to travel weekly
Experience Level: 15+ years
Role Overview:
We are seeking a seasoned SAP FICO Functional Lead to spearhead the Finance and Controlling workstream of a large-scale ERP transformation initiative. This role demands deep expertise in SAP FICO modules, strong leadership capabilities, and a strategic mindset to align financial systems with business objectives. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and implementation partners to ensure successful delivery of the finance transformation.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the SAP FICO workstream and closely manage and monitor the Functional Consultants on the workstreams
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements, define processes, and translate them into SAP solutions.
• Design and configure SAP FICO modules including GL, AP, AR, AA, CO-OM, CO-PA, and Product Costing.
• Ensure integration with other SAP modules (MM, SD, PP, etc.) and third-party systems.
• Drive fit-gap analysis, solution design, and functional specifications.
• Oversee data migration, testing (unit, integration, UAT), and training activities.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.
• Act as a key liaison between finance teams, IT, and external vendors.
• Provide thought leadership and best practices in financial transformation and SAP S/4HANA implementations.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 15 years of SAP FICO experience, with at least 3 full-cycle implementations.
• Proven experience in leading SAP FICO in large ERP transformation programs.
• Strong understanding of financial processes and statutory requirements.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with global teams.
Preferred Skills:
• Professional certifications (e.g., SAP Certified Application Associate – Financial Accounting).
• Experience in Agile or hybrid project methodologies.
• Familiarity with tools like Solution Manager, Jira, and ServiceNow.
• Exposure to change management and organizational readiness activities.