SAP S/4HANA Finance Lead

SAP S/4HANA Finance Lead 12 16 Years, Utilities Sector The SAP S/4HANA Finance Lead will be responsible for end to end functional leadership across Finance and Controlling (FICO) workstreams within large scale SAP S/4HANA transformation programs in the Utilities sector. The role involves driving solution design, leading implementation teams, and ensuring successful delivery of financial capabilities aligned to industry specific business needs. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities Solution Design & Architecture Lead end-to-end solution design across SAP S/4HANA Finance (FI) and Controlling (CO) modules. Define and validate target business processes across General Ledger, Asset Accounting, Accounts Payable/Receivable, Cash Management, Cost Center Accounting, Profitability Analysis, and Financial Closing. Ensure design alignment with SAP best practices and the Utilities industry regulatory framework. Implementation & Delivery Lead project activities including requirement gathering, blueprinting, configuration, testing, cutover, and deployment. Oversee configuration for FI-GL, FI-AA, FI-AP, FI-AR, CO-CCA, CO-PA, and Project Systems (PS) Finance integration. Ensure integration with Billing, Metering, Procurement, Work Management, and Asset Management. Industry Expertise Utilities Apply deep Utilities Finance domain expertise across electricity, gas, water, or wastewater organizations. Support financial modeling for capital-intensive operations, rate case requirements, regulatory reporting, and asset lifecycle accounting. Align financial processes with regulatory boards such as OEB, FERC, NERC, or equivalent (based on region). Leadership & Stakeholder Management Lead functional Finance teams and collaborate with business SMEs, system integrators, and technical teams. Facilitate workshops, design authority meetings, and steerco discussions with senior stakeholders. Provide guidance on Finance transformation, process redesign, and best practices. Integration & Collaboration Work closely with EAM, SCM, Billing, HR/Payroll, Field Service, and Analytics teams to ensure seamless end to end Finance integration. Collaborate with Data, Reporting, and Security teams for Finance data migration, reporting structures, and financial controls. Continuous Improvement & Innovation Recommend process enhancements leveraging S/4HANA innovations such as Universal Journal, Central Finance, Group Reporting, Fiori apps, and embedded analytics. Explore digital finance opportunities including predictive accounting, real-time insights, and automated reconciliation. ________________________________________ Required Skills & Qualifications 12 16 years of SAP Finance functional experience with strong expertise in FI, CO, Asset Accounting, and integration to Logistics and Billing. At least 2+ end to end SAP S/4HANA implementations, including significant Utilities industry exposure. Strong understanding of utility financial processes: capital projects, depreciation, regulatory accounting, complex billing integration, and operational finance. Excellent communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration capabilities. ________________________________________ Education & Certifications Bachelor s degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related field. SAP S/4HANA Finance certification preferred (e.g., S/4HANA for Financial Accounting Associates). CPA/CMA or equivalent is an asset.

Lead the end-to-end functional design and implementation of SAP S/4HANA Finance and Controlling workstreams within the utilities sector. Drive solution architecture and ensure financial capabilities align with industry-specific regulatory frameworks and business needs.

Requires 12-16 years of SAP Finance experience with at least two end-to-end S/4HANA implementations in the utilities industry. A bachelor's degree is required, with SAP S/4HANA Finance certification or a CPA/CMA preferred.

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• SAP S/4HANA Finance
• SAP FICO
• Solution Design
• Utilities Industry Expertise
• Asset Accounting
• General Ledger
• Accounts Payable/Receivable
• Cash Management
• Cost Center Accounting
• Profitability Analysis
• Project Systems
• Financial Closing
• Stakeholder Management
• Data Migration
• Regulatory Reporting
• Financial Modeling

• Finance & Accounting
• Technology
• Consulting
• Management & Leadership
• Energy

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Apply by

Feb 22, 2027

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level

Application method

Direct apply is available