Director | SAP FICO | Bengaluru | SAP | DSA Consumer & TMT

Job Title: Director | SAP FICO | Bengaluru | SAP | DSA Consumer & TMT Company: Deloitte SAP Module: SAP FICO Roles & Responsibilities: The Director – SAP FICO is responsible for leading the global SAP Finance and Controlling function, driving ERP transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment between finance processes and technology solutions, and providing strategic direction for SAP S/4HANA implementations, upgrades, and support. The role partners closely with Finance, Controlling, Treasury, Tax, Procurement, Supply Chain, and IT leadership to enable business growth through technology innovation and process excellence. Key Responsibilities ======================== ### Strategic Leadership * Define and execute the SAP FICO roadmap aligned with business and digital transformation objectives. * Lead SAP S/4HANA transformation, migration, and modernization programs. * Partner with CFOs, Finance Controllers, and business stakeholders to optimize end-to-end finance processes. * Establish governance, standards, and best practices for SAP Finance solutions. ### SAP Solution Management * Drive design, implementation, enhancement, and support of SAP FICO solutions. * Oversee SAP Finance modules including: * General Ledger (GL) * Accounts Payable (AP) * Accounts Receivable (AR) * Asset Accounting (AA) * Bank Accounting * Cost Center Accounting (CCA) * Profit Center Accounting (PCA) * Internal Orders * Product Costing * Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) * Ensure integration with MM, SD, PP, WM/EWM, SuccessFactors, Concur, Ariba, and other enterprise applications. ### Program & Project Management * Lead large-scale global SAP implementation and rollout programs. * Manage project budgets, timelines, resources, risks, and vendor relationships. * Ensure successful delivery of SAP projects using Agile and Waterfall methodologies. * Drive continuous process improvements and automation initiatives. ### Stakeholder Management * Act as a trusted advisor to Finance and Executive Leadership teams. * Collaborate with business leaders to identify opportunities for process optimization. * Manage relationships with SAP, system integrators, and third-party vendors. ### Team Leadership * Build, mentor, and lead high-performing SAP functional teams. * Manage SAP FICO architects, consultants, analysts, and support resources. * Establish performance metrics and career development plans for team members. * Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability. * Ensure compliance with SOX, IFRS, GAAP, tax regulations, and internal control requirements. * Implement finance process controls, audit readiness, and risk management practices. * Support internal and external audits related to SAP Finance systems. * Deep expertise in SAP FICO configuration and business processes. * Strong understanding of: * SAP S/4HANA Finance * Central Finance * Group Reporting * Treasury & Risk Management * Revenue Recognition * Profitability Analysis * Material Ledger * Business Partner Integration * Knowledge of SAP integration frameworks and reporting solutions. Leadership Competencies =========================== * Strategic Thinking * Executive Presence * Stakeholder Management * Change Leadership * Financial Acumen * Problem Solving * Team Development * Vendor & Contract Management * Communication & Influencing Skills Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) ===================================== Leadership Level: Director / Senior Director Work Location: KA, India Availability: Full time

Required Qualifications =========================== ### Education * Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field. * MBA, CA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred. ### Experience * SAP project delivery success rate * Finance process efficiency improvements * System availability and performance * User adoption and satisfaction * Compliance and audit performance * Budget adherence * Reduction in manual processes through automation * Realization of business transformation benefits Preferred Certifications ============================ * SAP S/4HANA Finance Certification * SAP FICO Certification * PMP / PMI-ACP * TOGAF (Preferred) * Agile / Scrum Certifications Experience Range: 1-3 years Key Skills: SAP S/4HANA, SAP FICO, SAP BTP, SAP Fiori, Procurement, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Accounting, Cost Center Accounting, Product Costing, Profitability Analysis, Configuration, Project Management Salary: Not disclosed