SAP FICO Lead Consultant

My client, a leading business services group based near Oxford Circus, is currently implementing SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud as its new global ERP platform.

To support the day-to-day operation of this system, they are seeking an experienced SAP FICO Consultant.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering multiple large-scale finance system implementations within multinational organisations, covering the full lifecycle from initial design through to go-live and transition into BAU. They should also have experience across key ERP workstreams, including Procure-to-Pay, Order-to-Cash, Record-to-Report, Bank & Cash Management, and Tax.

Strong collaboration skills are essential, as the role involves working closely with project teams, finance stakeholders, and wider business functions. Excellent communication skills are required, along with the ability to translate complex financial processes into clear, user-friendly documentation such as process flows and training materials.

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Key Responsibilities:

A core responsibility is engaging with stakeholders to gather and define financial process requirements. This includes:

Running workshops with business users
Documenting current (“As-Is”) processes and designing future (“To-Be”) states
Performing gap analysis and recommending SAP-based solutions

SAP FICO Configuration

Following requirements gathering, the consultant will configure the system in line with best practices, including:

Setting up company codes, fiscal calendars, and charts of accounts
Configuring General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and Asset Accounting (AA)
Establishing cost centres, profit centres, internal orders, and other Controlling (CO) components
Defining tax structures, payment terms, and automatic account determination

Testing and Validation

Ensuring the solution meets business needs through:

Creating and executing unit, integration, and UAT test scenarios
Identifying and resolving configuration and data issues
Supporting users during validation and testing phases

End-User Training and Documentation

Supporting successful adoption by:

Updating and maintaining user documentation
Delivering training sessions to finance teams and stakeholders
Providing post-go-live support

Support and Maintenance

Ongoing system support responsibilities include:

Managing and resolving user tickets
Supporting system upgrades and patch implementations

Integration with Other Modules

SAP FICO integrates with modules such as MM, SD, and HCM. The consultant will:

Understand financial data flows from integrated modules
Collaborate with other functional consultants
Ensure accurate data flow and reconciliation across systems

Continuous Improvement

Driving system optimisation through:

Recommending enhancements and new functionalities
Leveraging tools such as SAP Fiori to automate processes and improve reporting

Skills & Experience

Extensive experience delivering end-to-end SAP FICO implementations within multinational environments
Strong experience in “As-Is” and “To-Be” process mapping across Procure-to-Pay, Order-to-Cash, Record-to-Report, Bank & Cash Management, Tax, and Project Accounting
Proficiency with process mapping tools such as MS Visio or Lucidchart
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
Strong analytical mindset with the confidence to challenge assumptions where appropriate
Ability to simplify complex processes into clear, structured documentation
Strong organisational skills and ability to work under pressure within project timelines
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with experience in ERP implementations and business process transformation

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