Title SAP FICO Functional Lead Consultant, Mining

Syntax México; Montreal; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading managed cloud provider is seeking an SAP FICO Functional Lead Consultant in Montreal. The role involves managing SAP financial solutions, leading projects, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience with SAP FI/CO and strong leadership skills. This position offers competitive compensation, flexible hours, and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible hours

Career development and ongoing training

Attractive benefits including health offers

Qualifications

• 5+ years in SAP FI/CO implementation/support.
• Experience in manufacturing, retail, or financial services.
• Hands-on with SAP S/4HANA and project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Manage design, implementation, and optimization of SAP financial solutions.
• Lead configuration, testing, and deployment of SAP finance modules.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations.

Skills

SAP FI and CO modules knowledge

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Computer Science

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

SAP Solution Manager

Job description

Title: SAP FICO Functional Lead Consultant, Mining

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Company Overview:

Syntax is a leading Managed Cloud Provider for Mission Critical Enterprise Applications, providing comprehensive technology solutions since 1972. We specialize in implementing and managing ERP deployments (Oracle, SAP) across secure private, public, or hybrid clouds, serving some of North America’s largest corporations across diverse industries. We partner with Oracle, SAP, AWS, Microsoft, IBM, and other global leaders.

Purpose of the Role:

The SAP Finance Functional Lead manages the design, implementation, and optimization of SAP financial solutions, acting as a bridge between finance stakeholders and technical teams to ensure SAP functionalities align with business needs, regulatory requirements, and organizational goals. The role involves leading SAP finance projects and ensuring seamless financial operations integration.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Solution Design and Implementation:
2. Design SAP finance solutions focusing on SAP FI (Financial Accounting) and SAP CO (Controlling).
3. Lead configuration, testing, and deployment of SAP finance modules.
4. Ensure integration with other SAP modules (e.g., MM, SD, PP) and third-party systems.
5. Business Process Optimization:
6. Analyze and improve financial processes using SAP to enhance efficiency and compliance.
7. Automate manual financial processes and improve reporting capabilities.
8. Stakeholder Collaboration:
9. Serve as primary liaison between finance stakeholders and SAP technical team.
10. Gather, document, and ensure alignment of requirements with organizational standards.
11. Manage stakeholder expectations and communicate effectively during projects.
12. Leadership and Team Management:
13. Lead a team of consultants, ensuring high-quality delivery.
14. Mentor and support team members.
15. Coordinate with project managers on timelines, resources, and budgets.
16. Training and Support:
17. Develop training materials and conduct workshops.
18. Provide post-implementation support and resolve SAP finance issues.
19. Documentation and Reporting:
20. Maintain documentation including process flows, configurations, and guides.
21. Create dashboards and reports to monitor financial and SAP system performance.
22. Compliance and Risk Management:
23. Ensure SAP solutions comply with financial regulations (e.g., IFRS, GAAP, tax laws).
24. Identify risks and implement controls to ensure data security and integrity.

Key Skills and Competencies:

1. Functional Expertise: Extensive knowledge of SAP FI and CO modules, including submodules like GL, AP, AR, AA, Cost Center, and CO-PA. Understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and cost control.
2. Business Acumen: Strong understanding of finance and accounting principles, regulatory and compliance requirements, and aligning SAP solutions with organizational financial strategies.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Analytical mindset for addressing complex financial challenges using SAP functionalities; effective issue resolution.
4. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written skills for collaboration with finance and technical teams; ability to present technical info clearly.
5. Leadership and Teamwork: Proven leadership in delivering SAP solutions; strong interpersonal skills for team collaboration.
6. Project Management: Experience managing SAP finance projects, including planning, execution, and prioritization.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Finance, Accounting, Business, Computer Science, or related field. SAP certifications preferred.
2. Experience: 5+ years in SAP FI/CO implementation/support, with industry experience in manufacturing, retail, or financial services. Hands-on with SAP S/4HANA and project lifecycle.
3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with SAP S/4HANA Finance, Central Finance, Fiori apps, financial reporting tools, SAP Solution Manager, and data migration.
4. Tools & Technologies: Knowledge of SAP modules integration, tax, banking, and treasury modules is a plus.

Additional Attributes:

• Focus on delivering value to finance teams and stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, adaptable to fast-paced environments.
• Committed to continuous learning.
• Mining industry knowledge is advantageous.

Why Join Syntax?

Be part of innovative projects, such as our advanced manufacturing facility based on SAP S/4HANA Cloud and SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud for Execution, a joint venture between Porsche and Schuler.

• Competitive compensation.
• Global work opportunities, including remote work.
• Flexible hours, home office options.
• Attractive benefits, including pension and health offers.
• Modern, inclusive work environment with flat hierarchies.
• Career development and ongoing training.

If you find a personal challenge in this role, apply now and join the Syntax team!

Syntax is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, gender, age, disability, or veteran status.

Job Details:

• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Information Technology
• Industry: IT Services and Consulting

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