Job Description: Senior SAP FI/CO Expert (Managing Consultant / Architect / Senior Consultant / Principal / Manager/ Senior Manager)
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Location: UK (Hybrid – London / Regional Offices / Remote)
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time
Seniority Level: Senior Consultant to Managing Consultant / Principal
About Us
We are a leading UK-based management and technology consultancy, delivering innovative SAP-enabled business transformations across a wide range of industries. With a strong track record in delivering complex programmes, we partner with our clients to maximise the value of their SAP investments while ensuring real business impact.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior SAP FI/CO Expert to join our growing SAP practice. This is a senior role (Managing Consultant, Architect, Senior Consultant, Principal, or Manager level, depending on experience) where you will lead finance transformation engagements, provide deep SAP FI/CO functional expertise, and shape end-to-end solutions for our clients.
The role requires a combination of solution architecture, delivery leadership, and stakeholder management, making it ideal for someone looking to take ownership of high-profile projects and influence business outcomes at a strategic level.
Key Responsibilities
* Solution Leadership
* Lead the design and delivery of SAP FI/CO solutions across end-to-end programmes.
* Define and architect SAP-enabled finance and controlling solutions, integrating with other SAP modules and third-party systems.
* Translate complex business requirements into functional specifications and solution designs.
* Client Engagement & Advisory
* Act as a trusted advisor to C-level stakeholders, finance leaders, and programme sponsors.
* Guide clients through finance transformation, including S/4HANA Finance migrations, process optimisation, and best practices.
* Provide thought leadership on emerging SAP technologies, digital finance trends, and industry best practice.
* Delivery & Project Management
* Lead teams of consultants through all phases of project delivery (design, build, testing, deployment, and post-go-live support).
* Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards.
* Manage risks, issues, and dependencies across multiple workstreams.
* Practice Development
* Contribute to business development, proposals, and pre-sales activities.
* Mentor and develop junior consultants, fostering knowledge sharing within the practice.
* Drive continuous improvement and innovation in SAP FI/CO offerings.
Skills & Experience
* Core SAP Expertise
* Proven track record of delivering multiple full lifecycle SAP FI/CO implementations.
* Deep knowledge of SAP FI (GL, AP, AR, AA, Bank Accounting) and CO (CCA, PCA, COPA, Product Costing).
* Strong expertise in S/4HANA Finance, Universal Journal, New Asset Accounting, and Group Reporting.
* Understanding of integration with SD, MM, PP, and Treasury modules.
* Consulting & Leadership
* Strong client-facing skills with the ability to build trusted relationships.
* Experience leading solution architecture or managing teams in complex programmes.
* Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
* Ability to operate at both a strategic and hands-on delivery level.
* Preferred
* Professional finance qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) desirable.
* Experience in industries such as Public Sector, Utilities, Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, or Financial Services.
* Knowledge of cloud solutions and SAP BTP.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
* Flexible hybrid working (remote and client site).
* Professional development opportunities, including SAP certifications and leadership training.
* Opportunity to work on high-profile UK and international programmes.
* A collaborative, supportive, and entrepreneurial consultancy culture.