SAP FI Functional Architect – Manager

Jobtailor; Dadri; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced SAP FI/CO Architect to lead end-to-end SAP S/4HANA finance transformation, migrate to Universal Journal, and define target-state architecture aligned with business requirements. You will drive fit-gap analyses, data migration strategy, and global template rollout across multi-national clients.

The role requires 8+ years in SAP Finance, strong governance, and stakeholder management, with exposure to SAP RISE and cloud transformations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in relevant field; professional certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead SAP FI solution architecture and S/4HANA transformation initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Workshop facilitation

Client management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce/Finance/Engineering

CA/CMA/CPA qualification

SAP FI/FIN Certification

SAP S/4HANA Finance Certification

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

SAP Fiori Applications

SAP BTP Integration

SAP Data Migration Cockpit

SAP Integration Suite

ABAP Enhancements

Job description

• Lead SAP FI solution architecture for SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA transformation programs
• Design end-to-end Finance processes aligned to business requirements and SAP best practices
• Define Finance target-state architecture, enterprise structure, and financial reporting framework
• Conduct fit-gap analysis and recommend optimal SAP standard solutions
• Drive SAP Activate methodology deliverables across Explore, Realize, Deploy, and Hypercare phases
• Lead SAP S/4HANA Finance transformation initiatives
• Design Universal Journal architecture and define ECC FI to S/4HANA Finance migration strategy
• Support Finance simplification item assessment and readiness activities
• Drive integration design with SAP CO, MM, SD, PS, EPPM, Treasury, SuccessFactors Payroll, Ariba, and third-party banking and tax systems
• Support Finance data migration strategy and execution
• Define migration scope for master and transactional data
• Lead data validation and reconciliation activities
• Support SIT, UAT, regression testing, and cutover activities
• Ensure audit readiness and financial data integrity
• Work with CFO organization, Finance Controllers, Accounting teams, and business stakeholders
• Facilitate workshops and design sessions
• Present solution options and recommendations to leadership teams
• Manage client escalations and issue resolution
• Review functional specifications and development objects
• Guide offshore delivery teams
• Ensure compliance with project governance and quality standards
• Support cutover planning, hypercare, and stabilization activities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or related field (ideally)
• CA / CMA / CPA qualification is an added advantage
• SAP FI/FIN certification preferred
• SAP S/4HANA Finance certification preferred
• 8+ years hands-on experience in SAP Finance (FI)
• At least 2–3 end-to-end SAP S/4HANA implementation programs
• Experience in large-scale global SAP S/4HANA transformation programs
• Experience in Manufacturing, Aerospace, MRO, Oil & Gas, Utilities, Retail, or Consumer Products industries
• Experience leading global template design and rollout programs
• Experience working with multinational clients and distributed teams
• Exposure to SAP RISE and Cloud transformation programs
• Expertise in SAP Financial Accounting and SAP S/4HANA Finance
• Knowledge of global finance processes, solution design, stakeholder management, and implementation governance
• Knowledge of SAP FI configuration and design, including GL, AP, AR, Asset Accounting, Bank Accounting, Tax Management, Financial Closing & Reporting, and Intercompany Accounting
• Knowledge of SAP Fiori Applications, SAP BTP Integration, SAP Data Migration Cockpit, SAP Integration Suite, ABAP Enhancements and Interfaces
• Knowledge of Financial Accounting, Corporate Finance, Management Reporting, Compliance and Audit Requirements, IFRS / US GAAP, Internal Controls and Financial Governance

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in SAP FI solution architecture and SAP S/4HANA transformation, with a strong focus on finance process design, data migration strategy, and compliance with financial governance standards. Proven ability to lead large-scale global implementations and manage stakeholder relationships effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• SAP FI Solution Architecture
• SAP S/4HANA Finance Transformation
• End-to-End SAP S/4HANA Implementation
• Financial Data Integrity
• Stakeholder Management

Hard Skills

• SAP FI Configuration
• Financial Accounting
• Data Migration Strategy
• Fit-Gap Analysis
• Universal Journal Architecture
• Financial Reporting Framework
• Integration Design
• Audit Readiness
• Compliance and Audit Requirements
• IFRS / US GAAP

Soft Skills

• Leadership
• Issue Resolution
• Workshop Facilitation
• Client Management
• Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• CA
• CMA
• CPA
• SAP FI/FIN Certification
• SAP S/4HANA Finance Certification

Industry Keywords

• Manufacturing
• Aerospace
• Oil & Gas
• Utilities
• Retail
• Consumer Products
• Global Finance Processes
• Financial Governance
• Internal Controls
• Management Reporting

Tools & Technologies

• SAP S/4HANA
• SAP Fiori Applications
• SAP BTP Integration
• SAP Data Migration Cockpit
• SAP Integration Suite
• ABAP Enhancements
• SAP Activate Methodology