SAP S/4HANA Finance Solution Architect (FICO + Central Finance)

Job Title: SAP S/4HANA Finance Solution Architect (FICO + Central Finance)
Location: Chicago, IL / New Jersey, NJ (Onsite)

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced SAP S/4HANA Finance Solution Architect / Functional Lead with deep expertise in FICO, Central Finance (CFin), and Manufacturing Costing. The ideal candidate will drive end-to-end finance transformation initiatives, lead solution design, and ensure seamless integration across SAP modules in a Public Cloud environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end SAP Finance processes including GL, AP, AR, Asset Accounting, and Banking

• Architect and implement SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud Finance solutions

• Drive Central Finance (CFin) implementation including system landscape design, data mapping, SLT replication, and reconciliation

• Design and configure Product Costing & Controlling:

• Material Costing

• Cost Object Controlling

• Product Cost by Order / Period

• Oversee intercompany processes (billing, reconciliation, eliminations)

• Lead finance integration across:

• P2P (MM) procurement, vendor processes

• O2C (SD) billing, revenue recognition, margin analysis

• Support manufacturing finance processes:

• Production order settlement

• WIP calculation

• Variance analysis

• Collaborate with business stakeholders and technical teams to drive finance transformation strategy

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 10+ years of SAP Finance experience with strong FICO expertise

• Hands-on experience in SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud Finance

• Strong experience with Central Finance (CFin) architecture and implementations

• Deep knowledge of manufacturing costing / product costing

• Strong integration experience with MM & SD modules

• Experience working in complex, multi-system landscapes

• Excellent stakeholder communication and leadership skills

Preferred

• Prior experience as a Solution Architect / Lead Consultant

• Experience with SAP SLT, AIF, or data replication tools

• Exposure to multi-entity / global finance transformations