SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) Lead

Raise; Calgary; On-site; CAD 124,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Raise is seeking an experienced SAP Analytics Cloud Lead to drive the design, build, and implementation of SAC Planning and Reporting solutions as part of the FP&A workstream.

This role acts as a bridge between FP&A business process design and SAC technical implementation, working closely with system integrators, business stakeholders, and project teams to ensure planning models, data flows, integrations, and workflows are coherent and scalable across budgeting, forecasting, and

Qualifications

• Proven SAC Planning implementations in complex enterprises.
• Hands-on SAC Planning model, report, and dashboard design.
• Strong understanding of SAC Planning features and versions.

Responsibilities

• Translate planning processes into SAC design with FP&A stakeholders.
• Collaborate with SI on global SAC Planning models (OM&A, Projects, Capital, Revenue).
• Develop user stories and drive design decisions for FP&A requirements.
• Support end-to-end SAC Planning models for budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Review SAC reports, dashboards, and templates with SI resources.
• Lead data governance and best-practice adherence in SAC projects.
• Provide guidance to SAC developers and ensure QA and knowledge transfer.
• Assist with data migration, SIT/UAT, and cutover activities.
• Support deployment and post-go-live stabilization for SAC Planning.

Skills

SAC Planning

FP&A liaison

Stakeholder leadership

S/4HANA integration

System Integrator mgmt

Data migration/testing

Agile delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/IT/Accounting

Tools

SAP Datasphere

SAP BW

SAC Reports

SAC Planning models

Job description

SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) Lead

• Pay Rate: $90 - $104/hour, depending on experience
• Contract Length: Until 01/31/2029
• Location: Calgary (hybrid)

Raise is currently hiring a contract team member on behalf of our client. They’re expanding their team to meet growing needs, making this a unique opportunity to work with an industry leader.

Note: The primary pay rate is based on the rate for an incorporated contractor who owns their own business. However, we will also consider applications from candidates interested in a T4 arrangement, where applicable.

Description

Our client is seeking an experienced SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) Lead to drive the design, build, and implementation of SAC Planning and Reporting solutions as part of their broader SAP Plus FP&A Workstream. This role acts as the bridge between FP&A business process design and SAC technical implementation, working closely with system integrators, business stakeholders, and project teams to ensure planning models, data flows, integrations, and workflows are coherent, scalable, and aligned to how FP&A operates across budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting.

The ideal candidate brings deep hands‑on SAC Planning expertise combined with strong business and leadership skills, capable of translating complex planning processes into technical solutions while guiding and reviewing work completed by both internal and system integrator resources.

Responsibilities

• Partner with FP&A and Technical stakeholders to translate planning processes and analytical requirements into cohesive SAC Planning solution designs
• Work with the System Integrator (SI) on the global design of integrated SAC Planning models, including OM&A, Projects, Capital, Revenue, and Short-term Planning
• Develop user stories and drive key design decisions that support FP&A business requirements and objectives
• Support the design, build, and implementation of end-to-end SAC Planning models to support budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
• Collaborate with the systems integrator to validate the design and build of SAC reports, stories, input templates, and planning dashboards
• Work with Data and Technical teams to implement and enforce SAP Analytics Cloud best practices, standards, and design patterns
• Provide hands‑on SAC development as needed, while leading and reviewing work completed by SI resources and developers
• Support and guide SAC developers, including design direction, quality assurance, and knowledge transfer
• Support data migration, SIT/UAT testing, defect resolution, and cutover activities
• Support solution deployment and post-go-live stabilization for SAC Planning solutions
• Contribute to change management, documentation, and enablement activities to support adoption of SAC Planning
• Develop and deliver training to internal resources to build broader SAC Planning knowledge and capabilities
• Identify AI use cases and support the design and implementation of AI‑enabled planning capabilities

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) Planning implementations in complex enterprise environments
• Strong hands‑on experience designing and building SAC Planning models, reports, stories, and dashboards
• Deep understanding of SAC Planning functionality, including advanced formulas, allocations, versions, and scenarios
• Experience with Seamless Planning
• Strong understanding of SAP S/4HANA and how planning solutions integrate with core SAP finance processes
• Experience working with data migration, testing (SIT/UAT), and validation in large ERP or planning transformations
• Experience working with SAP Datasphere, BW, or equivalent enterprise data platforms is an asset
• Understanding of SAP security concepts, roles, and data access considerations as they relate to SAC Planning
• Experience reviewing, redesigning, and enhancing financial planning and business processes
• Ability to translate end‑to‑end business planning processes into technical SAC solutions
• Proven ability to lead and influence cross‑functional stakeholders across Finance, IT, Data, and external partners
• Experience working with and managing System Integrators and external delivery partners
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to business stakeholders
• Previous experience in Oil & Gas, Energy Infrastructure, or Utilities industries is preferred
• Experience working in large, complex transformation programs (ERP and/or Planning implementations)
• Experience working in Agile delivery models is an asset

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