SAP FI Specialist

Booking Holdings Center of Excellence; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work model

Job summary

Booking Holdings Bangalore is seeking an experienced FI Specialist to lead SAP Finance design, implementation, and optimization in a complex S/4HANA landscape. You will partner with Finance, Architecture, and Engineering to deliver integrated SAP solutions across GL, AP, AR, AA and closing processes.

You will mentor junior consultants, drive strategic initiatives, and guide deployment plans while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a flexible hybrid model.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of hands-on SAP Finance experience with end-to-end delivery.
• Deep expertise in GL, AP, AR, AA, intercompany, close and reconciliation.
• Strong knowledge of Universal Journal (ACDOCA) and S/4HANA Finance.
• Ability to design scalable SAP Finance solutions in global settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation and optimization of SAP Finance processes across GL, AP, AR, AA, intercompany, closing and reconciliation.
• Own end-to-end solution design for Finance initiatives, ensuring alignment with standards.
• Partner with Finance leadership and stakeholders to translate requirements into SAP solutions.
• Drive process harmonization across entities and geographies.
• Lead workshops, design discussions and architecture reviews for Finance transformation.
• Act as the functional lead for SAP Finance projects, enhancements and integrations.
• Review functional specs, designs, test strategies and cutover plans.
• Lead month/quarter/year-end close improvements and incident remediation.
• Collaborate with EA, Integration, Data, Treasury, Tax, Controlling, Procurement and Engg teams.
• Mentor junior consultants and drive best practices in SAP Finance delivery.
• Support roadmap planning and continuous improvement across Finance systems.

Skills

SAP Finance

General Ledger

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Asset Accounting

Intercompany Accounting

Financial Close

Reconciliation

S/4HANA

Integration

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Tools

SAP CPI

SAP PI/PO

MuleSoft

REST APIs

Web Services

IDocs

Job description

Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) is a global powerhouse in online travel, connecting millions of people with unforgettable experiences in over 220 countries and territories. With a market value of approximately $120 billion and a diverse portfolio of brands such as Booking.com, KAYAK, Priceline, Agoda.com and OpenTable, we’re committed to making it easier to explore everyone to experience the world.

Booking Holdings Bangalore is a cutting-edge Center of Excellence in Bangalore, India and a key arm of Booking Holdings Inc. Top talent from diverse backgrounds converge here to develop innovative solutions that drive Booking Holdings' brands and business units forward. We offer a vibrant and inclusive workplace that fosters creativity, growth and opportunities to make a real difference on a global scale.

Business Overview

From bustling cities to remote corners, Booking Holdings' travel brands span 220+ countries. Our FinTech team powers the financial engine behind this global network. We craft bespoke payment solutions, blending security with scalability. These tools empower our partners, fueling their growth and enhancing traveler experiences. By supporting our partners' success, we strengthen the foundation of our diverse travel ecosystem.

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced FI Specialist to lead the design, implementation, enhancement, and support of SAP Finance solutions within a complex S/4HANA landscape.

The ideal candidate combines deep functional expertise across Record-to-Report processes with strong technical acumen, integration experience, and the ability to influence business and technology stakeholders. This role will act as a trusted advisor to Finance, lead complex initiatives, and drive solution excellence across SAP and connected enterprise platforms.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of SAP Finance processes across General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Accounting, Intercompany Accounting, Financial Closing, and Reconciliation processes.

• Own end-to-end solution design for Finance initiatives, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture standards, business objectives, and SAP best practices.

• Partner with Finance leadership and business stakeholders to understand strategic requirements and translate them into scalable SAP solutions.

• Drive business process harmonization and standardization across legal entities, business units, and geographies.

• Lead fit-gap workshops, solution design discussions, and architecture reviews for complex Finance transformation initiatives.

• Act as the primary functional lead for SAP Finance-related projects, enhancements, production support, and system integrations.

• Review and approve functional specifications, technical designs, testing strategies, and deployment plans.

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process improvements, ensuring system stability and process efficiency.

• Provide leadership during critical production incidents, driving root-cause analysis, remediation plans, and long-term corrective actions.

• Collaborate closely with Enterprise Architecture, Integration, Data, Treasury, Tax, Controlling, Procurement, and Engineering teams to deliver integrated solutions.

• Mentor junior consultants and specialists, providing guidance on SAP Finance design principles, troubleshooting techniques, and delivery best practices.

• Support roadmap planning and continuous improvement initiatives across Finance systems and processes.

What You’ll Be Bringing

• 8–12 years of hands-on SAP Finance experience with multiple end-to-end implementation, migration, or transformation programs.

• Deep expertise in: General Ledger Accounting (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Asset Accounting (AA), Intercompany Accounting, Financial Close and Reconciliation Processes, Foreign Currency Valuation, Accruals and Provisions

• Strong understanding of: Universal Journal (ACDOCA), Ledger Architecture and Parallel Accounting, Document Splitting, Financial Statement Reporting, Validations, Substitutions, S/4HANA Finance innovations and SAP best practices

• Experience designing scalable solutions in global and complex business environments.
  Ability to challenge requirements and drive adoption of SAP standard functionality where appropriate.

• Strong understanding of SAP Finance architecture, data models, and end-to-end transaction flows.

• Proven experience integrating SAP Finance with:

  • Data warehouses

  • Middleware solutions

  • Legacy ERP and non-SAP applications (Blackline, OneStream, etc.)

• Experience working with integration technologies such as: SAP CPI, SAP PI/PO, MuleSoft, REST APIs, Web Services, IDocs

• Ability to lead troubleshooting efforts across multiple systems and technology layers.

• Ability to bridge discussions between functional and technical teams and ensure solution quality.

• Lead delivery of complex Finance projects, enhancements, and transformation initiatives.

• Own functional workstreams and coordinate activities across multiple teams and vendors.

• Prepare, Review and Approve (as needed): Solution Designs, Functional Specifications, Technical Specifications, Test Strategies, Cutover Plans

• Drive SIT, UAT, regression testing, defect triage, deployment planning, and hypercare support.

• Manage competing priorities and provide clear status reporting to stakeholders and leadership.

• Build strong relationships with Finance leadership, Product Managers, Architects, and Engineering teams.

• Influence decision-making through data-driven recommendations and solution expertise.

• Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Act as a trusted advisor for SAP Finance processes and system capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Controlling (CO), Profitability Analysis (COPA), Group Reporting, Treasury, Tax, or Revenue Accounting.

• Experience leading global Finance transformation or ERP modernization programs.

• Experience mentoring team members and acting as a technical lead within a delivery organization.

• SAP S/4HANA Finance certification is an advantage.

• Experience with SAP FICA (good to have)

Where You’ll Be

This role offers a flexible hybrid model.