Finance Project Lead - ERP System (SAP)

PMG Asia Pacific Pte Ltd; Outram; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Nova Scotia seeks an experienced Finance Project Lead for a 1-year contract to drive the implementation of SAP S/4HANA. The role involves managing finance workstreams, collaborating with external partners, and ensuring effective change management. Ideal candidates will possess at least 7 years of finance experience and expertise in ERP projects, especially SAP S/4HANA.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in Finance or Accounting.
• At least 3 years of hands-on involvement in ERP projects.
• Prior exposure to SAP S/4HANA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance workstream throughout the SAP S/4HANA implementation.
• Collaborate closely with external SAP consultants.
• Facilitate workshops with Finance stakeholders to gather requirements.
• Oversee data migration efforts and coordinate User Acceptance Testing.
• Support change management and training initiatives.

Skills

Finance operations understanding

Interpersonal and communication skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving and analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Professional accounting certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CA)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Finance Project Lead (1 Year Contract, subject to renewal) to support the successful implementation of our in-house ERP system, SAP S/4HANA. The incumbent will serve as the key liaison between the Finance team and external implementation partners, ensuring that the system is configured to meet the organization’s financial and compliance requirements. This role is critical in driving business alignment, managing stakeholders, and ensuring effective change management throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the finance workstream throughout the SAP S/4HANA implementation lifecycle, including design, testing, go-live, and stabilisation.
• Collaborate closely with external SAP consultants to ensure business requirements are accurately translated into system design and configuration.
• Facilitate workshops with key Finance stakeholders to gather requirements and define future-state processes.
• Oversee data migration efforts, including data cleansing, validation, and reconciliation activities.
• Coordinate User Acceptance Testing (UAT), track issues, and ensure timely resolution.
• Support change management, training, and communication initiatives to ensure successful adoption by end-users.
• Monitor project deliverables and timelines specific to the finance function, escalating risks or delays as appropriate.
• Provide post-implementation support and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements Qualifications:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional accounting certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CA) preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in Finance or Accounting, with at least 3 years of hands-on involvement in ERP projects.
• Prior exposure to SAP S/4HANA (Finance module – FI/CO) implementation, preferably in a project lead or business-facing role is an added advantage
• Proven experience working with external vendors and cross-functional stakeholders.

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong understanding of finance operations and controls, including General Ledger, AP/AR, Asset Accounting, and Cost/Profit Center Accounting.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage complexity and drive alignment across teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.