Interim SAP S4 HANA Finance Implementation Lead

SF Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for an experienced Interim SAP S/4HANA Implementation Lead to manage a crucial finance transformation project. The successful candidate will have strong financial qualifications (ACCA or ACMA) and a history of successful SAP implementations, guiding the integration of financial processes and supporting stakeholder management during the transition.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACCA/ACMA) with significant post-qualification experience.
• Proven track record of leading SAP S/4HANA finance implementations.
• Deep understanding of core financial processes and ERP system integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead SAP S/4HANA implementation from a finance perspective.
• Collaborate with internal finance and IT teams for project milestones.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and provide clear communication.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Planning

Organisational abilities

Education

ACCA

ACMA

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Interim SAP S/4HANA Implementation Lead to oversee a major finance transformation programme. This pivotal role will lead the implementation of SAP S/4HANA, ensuring the successful integration of financial processes, data structures, and reporting tools across the business.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified finance professional (ACCA or ACMA) with a strong track record in delivering SAP implementations within complex, multi-stakeholder environments. Candidates without a finance qualification will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the SAP S/4HANA implementation from a finance perspective, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives

Collaborate closely with internal finance teams, IT, and external partners to deliver key project milestones

Ensure finance processes (e.g. GL, AP/AR, Asset Management, Reporting) are mapped, improved, and embedded in the new system

Manage stakeholder expectations and provide clear communication across all levels of the business

Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring the programme remains on time and on budget

Provide training and support to finance teams during and post-implementation

Key Requirements:

Qualified accountant (ACCA or ACMA) with significant post-qualification experience

Proven track record of leading or playing a senior role in SAP S/4HANA finance implementations

Deep understanding of core financial processes and their integration within ERP systems

Strong project leadership and stakeholder management skills

Comfortable operating in a dynamic, fast-paced change environment

Excellent communication, planning, and organisational abilities