SAP Solution Lead (Finance)

Babcock International; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence and engineering firm in the UK is seeking an experienced SAP Solution Lead (Finance) to enhance their SAP Service organisation. This role involves configuring SAP FI-CO and Project Systems, driving finance process improvements, and working closely with stakeholders. The ideal candidate has extensive SAP experience and a strong finance background, with opportunities for flexible working arrangements. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are included.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to Digital GP and health checks

Employee share scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in SAP FI-CO.
• Experience with SAP Project Systems.
• Understanding finance processes and SAP integrations.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and support SAP FI-CO and PS modules.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for tailored solutions.
• Troubleshoot and enhance SAP functionality.

Skills

SAP FI-CO solution lead experience

Configuration and support experience

Strong understanding of finance processes

Integration experience with Logistics, HR, etc.

Education

Relevant SAP certifications

Qualifications in finance or project systems

Job description

Job Title: SAP Solution Lead (Finance)

Location: UK, Hybrid

Compensation: Competitive Salary + Benefits

Role Type: Full time / Permanent

Role ID: SF69672

Lead the Future of Digital Transformation in Defence and Engineering

At Babcock, we’re working to create a safe and secure world,. If you join us, you can play your part as a SAP Solution Lead – Finance at any of our main UK locations.

The role

As a SAP Solution Lead (Finance), you’ll be at the heart of our SAP Service and Programme organisation, shaping the design, configuration, and support of SAP FI-CO and PS modules. Your expertise will drive innovation and efficiency across critical finance processes, supporting projects that underpin national Security and Engineering excellence. This is your chance to make a real impact while advancing your career in a dynamic, future-focused environment.

Day-to-day, you’ll be working closely with our customers to design, deliver, maintain, troubleshoot and enhance SAP functionality. The Finance solution lead adds value to the SAP organisation through their technical and business process knowledge of this area.

• Design, configure, and support SAP FI-CO and PS modules to meet business needs
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver tailored solutions
• Ensure seamless integration across SAP modules and related systems
• Troubleshoot and enhance SAP functionality to optimise performance
• Provide expert guidance on finance processes and system improvements

>This role is full time, 37.5 hours per week and provides hybrid working arrangements with days in the office/onsite and days working from home.

Essential experience of the SAP Solution Lead (Finance)

• Hands‑on SAP FI-CO solution lead, configuration, and support experience
• Experience with SAP Project Systems configuration and support
• Strong understanding of finance processes and SAP integrations
• Integration experience with Logistics, HR, Plant Maintenance, Procurement, and Supply Chain

Qualifications for the SAP Solution Lead (Finance)

• Relevant SAP certifications or equivalent experience
• Additional qualifications in finance or project systems would be advantageous

Security Clearance

The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role. You must be a British National.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

What we offer

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
• Employee share scheme and shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists receive 10 days’ special paid leave
• Holiday Trading options
• ‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering
• Flexible working arrangements
• A dynamic working environment

Babcock International

For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email [e-mail] with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working – please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing date: 25/11/2025

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