FIN Functional Expert / Architect (SAP ECC / S/4HANA)

We are looking for an experienced FIN Functional Expert / Architect to support Finance initiatives within the MEA region. This is a business-facing role requiring close cooperation with stakeholders, global teams and project delivery teams.

The person in this role will be be responsible for validating and approving proposed Finance-related changes, ensuring alignment with business requirements and global standards.

Responsibilities:

• Act as a Finance expert and advisor, providing functional expertise within SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA environments.
• Validate and approve proposed changes impacting the MEA region from a business perspective.
• Support business stakeholders and represent the Finance domain during governance meetings and decision-making gates.
• Collaborate with project teams and the global COE Finance organisation throughout development, commissioning and hypercare phases.
• Provide functional leadership during analysis, design and configuration activities related to Finance processes.
• Support Business Integration Testing activities, including planning, execution, issue analysis and resolution.
• Act as a subject matter expert during Cutover planning, preparation and execution, including dry runs and rehearsals.
• Provide support during Go-Live and Hypercare phases to ensure smooth business operations.
• Prepare and maintain required project documentation, including Governance Forms, Functional Specifications, Configuration Rationales and handover materials.

Requirements:

• Strong experience in SAP Finance, including SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA.
• Good understanding of Finance and Controlling business processes.
• Experience working in international environments and collaborating with business stakeholders.
• Experience supporting testing, cutover and go-live activities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Additional information:

• Full-time assignment.
• Remote work.
• Long-term engagement (minimum 3 years).
• Region: MEA.