OPEN: SAP Finance Functional Lead

Cpus Engineering Staffing Solutions Inc.; Oshawa; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing solutions company is seeking an experienced SAP Finance Functional Lead to implement and optimize SAP Finance solutions. The role requires 6+ years of experience in SAP Finance, leading finance modules deployment, and engaging with stakeholders. The position offers a hybrid work model with locations in Toronto and Oshawa, focusing on process excellence and project management.

Benefits

Equity and diversity initiatives

Accommodations during application and onboarding

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in SAP Finance (FI/CO) functional consulting.
• Proven experience with SAP S/4HANA Finance or ECC FI/CO modules.
• Strong understanding of finance business processes and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, configuration, and deployment of SAP Finance modules.
• Collaborate with technical teams on solution integration.
• Facilitate workshops and training for end users.

Skills

Analysis

Stakeholder Engagement

Problem-solving

Agile Delivery

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, IT or related field

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

SAP Fiori

SAP Analytics

Job description

We are currently requesting resumes for the following position: SAP Finance Functional Lead

Resume Due Date: Friday, October 3, 2025 (5:00PM EST)

Job ID: 25-157

Number of Vacancies: 2

Level: MP6

Duration: 24 months

Hours of work: 40 Hours per week

Location: 700 University Ave, Toronto & 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa

Work Mode: Hybrid, 2 days remote

Job Overview

As an SAP Functional Consultant – Finance for our client, you will play a mission-critical role in the implementation and continuous optimization of SAP Finance solutions. You will collaborate with business stakeholders, solution architects, and technical teams to translate business requirements into effective SAP processes, ensuring alignment with our client’s Strategic Transformation Roadmap (STR). Your expertise will help drive process excellence, compliance, and business value across our client’s finance functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• SAP Finance Solution Delivery: Lead the design, configuration, and deployment of SAP Finance modules (FI/CO, Asset Accounting, Accounts Payable/Receivable, etc.) to support our client’s business objectives.
• Analyze and translate business requirements into SAP-enabled solutions, ensuring robust process alignment and integration with other SAP and non-SAP systems.
• Develop functional specifications for enhancements, reports, interfaces, conversions, and workflows.
• Support data migration, data validation, and reconciliation activities for finance-related objects.
• Collaborate with technical teams on solution integration, custom developments, and troubleshooting.

• Business Process Optimization & Stakeholder Engagement: Conduct fit-gap analysis, process mapping, and solution prototyping to optimize finance-related processes.
• Facilitate workshops, training, and knowledge transfer sessions for end users and business process owners.
• Ensure finance processes are compliant with internal controls, regulatory requirements, and our client’s governance standards.
• Provide expert guidance on SAP best practices, configuration, and change management for finance operations.

• Project Management & Agile Delivery: Work closely with project managers, scrum masters, and cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of finance workstreams.
• Participate in agile ceremonies, project planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with architects, developers, and business analysts to deliver high-quality solutions that meet business needs.
• Support testing, defect resolution, and cutover planning for SAP Finance modules.

• Continuous Learning & Thought Leadership: Stay current with SAP S/4HANA Finance innovations, industry trends, and emerging technologies.
• Share insights, best practices, and lessons learned within the SAP and our client’s finance communities.
• Demonstrate initiative and a self-driven attitude in identifying opportunities for process improvement and driving project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Technology, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in SAP Finance (FI/CO) functional consulting, including configuration, implementation, and support.
• Proven experience with SAP S/4HANA Finance or ECC FI/CO modules, including integration with other SAP and third-party systems.
• Strong understanding of finance business processes (GL, AP, AR, AA, Controlling, etc.) and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience with SAP Activate methodology and agile frameworks (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team player in cross-functional, agile project teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• SAP Finance certification(s) are highly desirable.
• Experience with SAP Fiori, SAP Analytics, and SAP data migration tools is an asset.

Key Competencies

• Deep expertise in SAP Finance modules (FI/CO, Asset Accounting, etc.)
• Business process analysis and optimization mindset
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Agile delivery and project management capabilities
• Initiative and self-driven attitude
• Governance, risk, and compliance awareness
• Experience working with utility experts and high-performing ERP teams
• Commitment to continuous learning and knowledge sharing

Our client is dedicated to promoting employment equity and encourages applications from equity-seeking communities including but not limited to: Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, and women. Our client aims to build a diverse team that reflects the communities it serves, enhancing its ability to meet their needs. We are committed to an inclusive and accessible work environment and invites all qualified individuals to apply, offering accommodations during the application, interview and onboarding process as needed. This effort supports our client’s long-term strategy for equity, diversity, and inclusion.