SAP FI Lead / SAP Finance Lead (Security & Defence Programme).

Next Ventures; Deutschland; Hybrid; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading technology solutions provider is seeking an experienced SAP Finance Lead for a defence programme in Germany. This role requires a minimum of 8 years of SAP FI experience and expertise in multinational financial processes. The successful candidate will guide the design and implementation of SAP Finance solutions across cross-border operations, ensuring compliance with European financial standards. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to work in complex, secure environments. Remote working options are available depending on security requirements.

Leistungen

Remote working opportunity

Possibility of contract extension

Qualifikationen

• 8+ years of SAP FI experience, including complex multinational rollouts.
• Strong understanding of multi-currency and cross-border tax compliance.
• Proven track record in leading large-scale transformations.

Aufgaben

• Lead the design and configuration of SAP FI modules.
• Manage dependencies and communicate decisions across multiple organizations.
• Ensure compliance with European financial standards.

Kenntnisse

SAP FI experience

Expert knowledge of FI-GL, AP, AR

Multinational financial processes

Excellent communication skills

Leadership in SAP Finance workstreams

Ausbildung

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, IT

Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA)

Tools

S/4HANA Finance

SAP CO

Jobbeschreibung

SAP FI Lead / SAP Finance Lead (Security & Defence Programme)

Next Ventures are currently executing a search for a SAP Finance Lead with Defence & Security industry skills and exposure.

Location

• On-site / hybrid, depending on security requirements.

Security Clearance

• SC or DV Clearance (or eligibility to obtain), depending on programme needs. (EU / UK passport Holders)

12 months contracts + extension (3 years programme)

Remote working opportunity

• + EU passport holders
• + willing to travel once per month in EUR
• + willing to do security clearance process

National security clearance relevant to home country (e.g., Ministry of Defence , EU SECRET, NATO SECRET, or country‑specific equivalent) or eligibility to obtain.

Role

The SAP FI Lead will design and deliver the SAP Finance solution across a multinational European defence programme, ensuring financial processes support complex cross‑border operations, regulatory compliance, multi‑entity accounting, and secure financial management across Europe’s defence ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

Solution Leadership

• Lead the design and configuration of SAP FI modules (FI‑GL, AP, AR, AA, Banking) within a European, multi‑entity environment.
• Support European defence finance processes including:
• multinational budgeting
• cross‑border cost allocation
• multi‑currency management
• capital asset control across jurisdictions
• Develop and maintain finance solution architecture aligned with European defence regulatory frameworks.
• Guide the adoption of relevant S/4HANA innovations (Universal Journal, new Asset Accounting, Embedded Analytics).

Project & Programme Delivery

• Lead the SAP Finance workstream across all phases: gathering requirements from multiple nations, blueprinting, configuration, testing, deployment, and hypercare.
• Coordinate with cross‑country SAP teams, systems integrators, and technical architects.
• Produce high‑quality functional documentation compliant with European defence programme governance.
• Ensure seamless integration with CO, MM, SD, PM, HR, Procurement, and cross‑European shared services.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary finance solution lead for European defence stakeholders, government agencies, industry partners, and programme leadership.
• Lead workshops with multinational finance teams, engineering, procurement, and commercial functions.
• Manage dependencies and communicate design decisions across multiple European organisational structures.
• Present finance solution options and impacts to senior executives across member states.

Compliance, Security & Governance

• Ensure SAP FI processes comply with European financial standards, national accounting laws, and defence‑sector policies.
• Support compliance with:
• European public‑sector reporting requirements
• EU procurement and financial regulations
• multi‑country audit frameworks
• cross‑border data‑handling and privacy (GDPR)
• Collaborate with SAP Security/GRC teams on pan‑European SoD rules and role design.
• Support internal and external audits, programme assurance, and financial governance reviews.

Operational Support & Readiness

• Support migration of financial data across multiple European legacy systems.
• Lead FI‑related cutover planning across national entities and shared operational hubs.
• Provide hyper‑care oversight and support resolution of financial issues post‑go‑live.
• Promote continuous improvement aligned with long‑term European defence digital strategies.

Required Skills & Experience

• 8+ years SAP FI experience, including complex multinational rollouts.
• Expert knowledge of FI‑GL, AP, AR, AA, Bank Accounting, and integration with CO.
• Experience working on European defence, aerospace, or government programmes.
• Strong understanding of multinational financial processes:
• multi‑currency
• cross‑border tax & compliance
• intercompany
• multi‑GAAP reporting
• Experience operating within secure, highly governed European environments.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across cultures and countries.
• Proven track record leading SAP Finance workstreams in large‑scale transformations.

Desirable Experience

• Experience with S/4HANA Finance, including ACDOCA, new Asset Accounting, and embedded reporting.
• Experience with EU defence programmes, NATO frameworks, or multi‑government consortia.
• Knowledge of European accounting standards, IFRS, and national GAAPs.
• Experience with SAP CO, PS, or defence project accounting.
• Familiarity with export controls, dual‑use regulations, and cross‑border defence compliance.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, IT, or related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA, etc.) advantageous.
• SAP Finance certifications preferred.
• Project management certifications (Prince2, PMP, Agile) beneficial.

Personal Attributes

• Confident leader comfortable operating in international, multicultural environments.
• Analytical, detail‑focused, and structured in approach.
• High integrity, professionalism, and commitment to secure working practices.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to influence senior stakeholders across countries.

More information is avalable on application

*CV in word format*