Tech Risk Manager - SAP Controls

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Client:

KPMG

Location:

Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Finance

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

4

Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

The Role

A Manager with a SAP Controls focus within the team would typically be responsible for driving growth of all SAP service lines as part of the wider ERP & Business Systems team. This includes developing new business from existing clients and prospects, building deep relationships with blue-chip organizations, and establishing themselves as a subject matter expert in assurance and consulting support related to SAP.

Responsibilities

1. Managing sales activities such as responding to RFPs, audit tenders, bid management, proposal writing, and client presentations.
2. Leading and managing SAP security and controls engagements, including planning, execution, and reporting.
3. Evaluating the design and effectiveness of SAP controls across business cycles.
4. Overseeing the output from client engagements, including scoping, financial management, and deliverable reviews.
5. Building and managing relationships with clients at CIO, CFO, and Head of Internal Audit levels.
6. Collaborating with multiple workstreams to design and implement controls for SAP implementation projects.
7. Promoting the ERP & Business Systems capability within KPMG and informing other service groups of its value.
8. Expanding SAP services within specific segments and across sectors.
9. Coaching and developing team members and training colleagues in SAP and related areas.
10. Leading product development and innovation in SAP GRC, data, and analytics technologies to maintain market leadership.

The Person

Experience and Background

1. Experience in SAP Security, including Basis and Role design.
2. Knowledge of SAP business analysis and core financial processes.
3. Experience with core ERP systems such as SAP and Oracle.
4. Functional experience with SAP GRC, Financials, and BPC.
5. Strong understanding of SAP applications like ECC, S/4HANA, and others.
6. Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and controls optimization.
7. Ability to present on industry topics to large groups.
8. Understanding of system risks and controls, with the ability to communicate clearly at all levels.
9. Excellent client relationship skills and ability to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.

Successful candidates will also demonstrate:

1. Proven experience in sales opportunity development.
2. Strong people management skills.
3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
4. Ability to simplify SAP technical data for business audiences.
5. Teamwork and initiative.
6. Ability to adopt new technologies and assess their value.
7. Understanding of Segregation of Duties risks within SAP.
8. Experience in delivering SAP-related consulting services.

This role requires SAP experience, particularly in process controls and assurance services. The candidate will engage in client-facing activities and relationship building across corporate clients.