SAP FICO Functional Lead/PM - Remote with some travel

Category: Manufacturing

Location: Jacksonville Florida United States

SAP FICO Functional Lead- Remote with some travel

We are seeking an experienced Principal level SAP FICO Lead Functional Consultant with project management skills on previous projects.
Lead the SAP finance initiative within discrete manufacturing environment. This role will partner with finance and IT teams to deliver configuration, enhancements, specializing in FICO, Discrete manufacturing and SCM implementations and support across core financial processes. Also having served as a project manager on previous smaller scope projects too.

For this REQ we prefer US CIT or GC candidates.

Client is manufacturing Photo Voltaic products(Solar panels), using discrete manufacturing, "Made to Order", leveraging "Variant Configuration all strongly preferred. This is a SAP GROW or RISE (SAP Cloud offerings) implementation that will be approximately 6 months. Learn more about how we deliver excellence for our customers and colleagues at client.

Responsible for the full lifecycle implementation of FI, CO, and associated SAP modules from

in discrete manufacturing and "Made to Order" processes leveraging variant configuration. Some post-implementation support

Specializes in SAP package solutions and their functional capabilities, using them to address

business requirements, reduce costs, and improve operational visibility.

Job Description

Essential Job Functions:

 Manage a team responsible for SAP package software application implementation

through configuration and development.

 Lead workshops to determine system requirements and document findings

 Lead projects, allocate resources, and ensure on-time delivery

 Configure FI, CO, and associated SAP modules

 Provide functional specifications for technical development

 Identify and address technical and operational challenges proactively

 Monitor and report on project progress and financial metrics

 Promote a culture of continuous improvement and learning

 Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members

 Foster an environment of teamwork and effective communication

 Establish and maintain long-term executive relationships by performing billable advisory

services

Basic Qualifications:

 Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (i.e., Computer Science) or equivalent combination

of education and experience

 8+ years of relevant work experience in industry, with a minimum of 3+ years in a similar

role years of relevant work experience in software engineering and management

 Proficiency in 1 or more software languages and development methodologies

 Proven experience in team management and software project execution

 Solid technical knowledge in package applications

 Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills

Other Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a relevant field a plus (e.g., MBA)

Soft Skills

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement

Ability to lead requirements sessions and workshops

Previous led a project while being the FICO lead on a mid sized company SAP GROW or RISE Implementation

Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills

Able to operate independently in fast-paced environments

Requirements
GROW with SAP is a commercial cloud ERP offering built on SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition. It helps mid-sized and growing companies adopt an AI-enabled enterprise resource platform for finance, supply chain, and HR in weeks using preconfigured industry best practices. [1, 2, 3]

To learn more about the platform's core architecture and AI capabilities, you can visit the official SAP GROW Product Page. [1]

Core Capabilities & AI Features

Financial Management: Automates month-end closes, cash flow overviews, and dispute resolution via embedded AI.

Supply Chain: Syncs design and production, uses AI for routing searches, and handles demand-driven planning.

Rapid Deployment: Allows businesses to go live in weeks using preconfigured templates rather than custom overhauls. [1, 2, 3, 4]

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