SAP Finance Lead SAP FICO (S/4HANA, IFRS15, RAR)

We are seeking an experienced SAP Finance Lead to support a global Life Sciences client in Stamford, CT. This role requires a strong functional expert in SAP FICO within S/4HANA, with deep expertise in IFRS15 and Revenue Accounting & Reporting (RAR).
The selected candidate will lead finance solution design, drive revenue recognition processes, and partner closely with business and technical teams to deliver scalable, compliant SAP solutions. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring both strategic oversight and execution. Required Skills (Top 3):
SAP FICO in S/4HANA
IFRS15 (
SAP RAR (Revenue Accounting & Reporting) Additional Required Skills:
Strong Finance & Controlling domain expertise
General Ledger, Profitability Analysis, and revenue streams
End-to-end SAP finance solution design and delivery
Stakeholder management across global teams Responsibilities:
Lead the design and implementation of SAP FICO solutions in an S/4HANA environment, with a focus on revenue recognition (IFRS15) and SAP RAR.
Act as the SME and solution owner for finance processes, ensuring alignment with business and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into scalable SAP solutions.
Drive configuration and functional design for revenue accounting, contract management, and reporting processes.
Ensure compliance with IFRS15 standards, supporting accurate and auditable financial reporting.
Lead and coordinate integration across SAP modules to support end-to-end finance and revenue flows.
Support testing efforts (SIT/UAT) and ensure successful deployment of finance solutions.
Provide guidance during month-end and year-end closing processes, particularly related to revenue recognition.
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues related to FICO and RAR processes.
Mentor and guide junior team members and business users on SAP finance capabilities.
Drive stakeholder engagement, including workshops, solution walkthroughs, and alignment sessions. Qualifications:
10 12+ years of SAP Finance experience with deep expertise in S/4HANA FICO.
Proven experience with IFRS15 and SAP RAR implementations or support.
Strong understanding of finance processes related to revenue recognition and reporting.
Experience leading SAP finance initiatives in complex, enterprise environments.
Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
Experience in Life Sciences / Pharma industry preferred.