SAP FICO_GST

ETG; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

ETG is seeking an experienced Senior SAP FICO Consultant to own Finance & Controlling processes across India, Dubai, and Africa within a multi-country SAP S/4HANA landscape. The role focuses on end-to-end FICO ownership, core accounting, tax compliance, reporting, and integration with other modules.

The consultant will drive upgrades from S/4HANA 1709 to 2307, ensure robust financial controls, and collaborate with SD, MM, and Treasury teams for seamless postings and reconciliations.

Qualifications

• 2 years in SAP FICO configuration and support.
• Experience in GL, AR, AP, Asset Accounting, Cost Center Accounting, and CO-PA.
• Knowledge of regional statutory requirements: India GST/TDS, UAE VAT, Africa localization.
• Experience with S/4HANA upgrades and integration with SD/MM/ Treasury.
• Ability to design solutions and ensure audit compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead SAP FICO configuration and solution design across GL, AP, AR, AA.
• Implement regional tax localization for India UAE Africa.
• Configure Automatic Account Determination, Withholding Tax, and Foreign Currency Valuation.
• Oversee Bank Integration, Electronic Payments, and Reconciliation.
• Collaborate with SD, MM, and Treasury for seamless postings.
• Conduct workshops, fit-gap analyses, and prepare Functional Specifications.
• Support upgrades, rollouts, migrations; ensure data integrity and IFRS/local GAAP.
• Lead testing cycles and coordinate transport movements with IT teams.
• Guide junior consultants in problem resolution and reporting enhancements.

Skills

SAP FICO configuration

GL/AR/AP

CO-PA

Asset Accounting

Tax localization

S/4HANA upgrades

Financial close processes

Intercompany transactions

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce/Accounting/IT

CA / Cost Accountant / MBA (Finance) preferred

Tools

Power BI

Consolidation tools

Job description

Department: IT – SAP Center of Excellence

Location: Onsite

Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior SAP FICO Consultant to join the SAP functional team supporting ETG Group’s multi-country SAP S/4HANA landscape.

The role involves end-to-end ownership of Finance & Controlling processes, including core accounting, tax compliance, reporting, and integration across India, Dubai, and Africa.

The consultant will play a key role in ensuring robust financial controls, statutory compliance, and smooth integration with other SAP modules as part of the ongoing S/4HANA 1709 to 2307 upgrade.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead SAP FICO configuration and solution design across core areas:
• General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Asset Accounting (AA)
• Cost Center & Profit Center Accounting
• Internal Orders and Profitability Analysis (CO-PA)
• Implement and manage regional tax localization for India (GST), UAE (VAT), and Africa (local tax variations).
• Configure Automatic Account Determination, Withholding Tax, and Foreign Currency Valuation.
• Oversee Bank Integration, Electronic Payments, and Reconciliation (EBS, Lockbox, etc.).
• Collaborate with SD, MM, and Treasury teams for seamless integration of financial postings and reconciliations.
• Conduct business requirement workshops, perform fit-gap analysis, and prepare Functional Specifications for custom developments.
• Support system upgrades, rollouts, and migrations ensuring data integrity and compliance with accounting standards (IFRS/local GAAP).
• Lead testing cycles (Unit, Integration, UAT) and coordinate with technical teams for transport movement and issue resolution.
• Ensure timely month-end/year-end closing and provide system-based automation or optimization recommendations.
• Collaborate with business users to enhance reporting through Fiori Apps, Report Painter, or Power BI integration.
• Troubleshoot financial integration issues and guide junior consultants in problem resolution.

Required Skills & Experience

• 2 years in SAP FICO configuration and support.
• Strong expertise in:
• GL, AR, AP, Asset Accounting, Cost Center Accounting, and CO-PA
• Financial Close Process, Accruals, Intercompany Transactions, and Cross-Company Code Accounting
• In-depth knowledge of regional statutory requirements:
• India GST and TDS
• UAE VAT
• African localization (tax and reporting)
• Solid understanding of integration between FICO and other modules (SD, MM, PP, TM).
• Experience in S/4HANA Simplifications - Universal Journal (ACDOCA), Business Partner integration, New Asset Accounting.
• Proven experience in rollout, migration, and upgrade projects in multi-entity environments.
• Ability to analyze complex accounting requirements, design solutions, and ensure audit compliance.
• Strong analytical and documentation skills with the ability to interact effectively with business users and auditors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Information Technology.
• Chartered Accountant (CA) / Cost Accountant / MBA (Finance) preferred.
• Exposure to Power BI and Consolidation tools.

. Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination across regions.
• Structured approach to documentation and compliance tracking.
• Ability to mentor and support junior consultants.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and global business timelines.