Architect the lifecycle for Client-specific grant programs, ensuring that application schemas, evaluation criteria, and award templates meet the specific needs of Client Systems Commands (SYSCOMs) and Research Labs
Ensure that grant awards and obligations are correctly coded to the Standard Line of Accounting (SLOA) and Standard Information Design (SID), facilitating automated reporting to the Treasury and DoD
Design the logic for how grant awards trigger Commitments and Obligations within the Client’s 3-dimensional budget structure (Fund, Funds Center, Commitment Item)
Ensure that the P2R process adheres to DATA Act requirements and the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA)
Lead the functional design of interfaces between S/4HANA and external federal systems, including Grants.gov, SAM.gov, and USASpending.gov
Guide Client stakeholders through S/4HANA Grantor best practices, minimizing custom code while addressing unique Client workflows for merit review, technical evaluation, and legal sufficiency
Utilize BRFplus (Business Rule Framework) to automate eligibility checking and risk assessments for grant applicants, reducing manual administrative burdens on Client personnel
Ensure the P2R process captures and links all Key Supporting Documents (KSDs)—including Grant Agreements and Award Letters—to the financial transaction to ensure an unmodified audit opinion
Provide expert guidance on how S/4HANA can provide a "Single Source of Truth" for Client financial assistance, improving transparency for the CLIENT CFO and leadership
Provide training on Client-specific grant nomenclature and the specialized accounting rules associated with Basic Research (6.1) through General Purpose funding
Requirements
10+ years of experience in SAP Grants Management (GM) and Public Sector Management (PSM), with a deep understanding of the S/4HANA financial architecture
Subject Matter Expertise in DoD Financial Assistance, including familiarity with the DoD Grant and Agreement Regulations (DoDGARs)
Proven track record in Federal ERP Implementations, specifically managing the transition from legacy grant systems to an integrated S/4HANA environment
Strong understanding of Federal Budgetary Accounting, including the lifecycle of appropriation and the prompt recording of obligations