SAP S4 HANA PS Lead

NTT DATA, Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 4,600,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology services company is seeking an experienced SAP Project Systems lead to manage S/4HANA transformation projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of SAP experience, proven leadership in project delivery, and expertise in SAP PS. Responsibilities include driving solution design, collaborating across modules, and providing go-live support. Strong stakeholder management, analytical skills, and SAP S/4HANA certification are preferred. This role is based in Bengaluru, India.

Qualifications

• 10–12+ years of SAP experience with hands-on expertise in SAP Project Systems.
• At least 2 full-cycle SAP S/4HANA transformation projects in a PS Lead role.
• Strong understanding of project-based accounting and controlling.
• Strong understanding of project-based accounting and controlling.
• Experience with SAP Activate methodology.
• Knowledge of Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR) integration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the SAP PS workstream in S/4HANA transformation projects.
• Drive solution design and hands-on configuration for SAP PS.
• Coordinate integration with FI, CO, MM, SD, PM, and HR modules.
• Drive solution design, configuration, and integration with FI/CO/MM/SD/PM/HR.
• Lead testing, cutover planning, go-live support.
• Mentor PS consultants and ensure governance with SAP Activate.

Skills

SAP PS Expertise

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Mentoring skills

Stakeholder management

Education

SAP S/4HANA certification in Project Systems or Finance

Tools

SAP Activate methodology

LeanIX

Signavio

CPI

SAP CPM

EPPM

PPM

Job description

Overview

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• Lead the SAP PS workstream in S/4HANA transformation projects (Greenfield, Brownfield, or Selective Data Transition).
• Own end-to-end delivery of Project-to-Cash (P2C) and Project Costing & Controlling processes.
• Act as the primary escalation point for all PS-related topics.

Solution Design & Configuration

• Drive solution design and hands-on configuration for SAP PS including:
• Project structures (WBS, Networks, Activities)
• Cost Planning, Budgeting, and Availability Control
• Project Settlement and Results Analysis
• Revenue Recognition (EVM / RAR integration)
• Ensure alignment with S/4HANA Finance (Universal Journal) and controlling integration.

S/4HANA Transformation Activities

• Lead Fit-to-Standard (F2S) workshops and process harmonization sessions.
• Manage ECC to S/4HANA PS simplifications and functional impacts.

Integration & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate integration with FI, CO, MM, SD, PM, and HR modules.
• Ensure seamless integration with Procurement, Billing, and Finance.
• Collaborate with technical teams (ABAP, CPI, interfaces) for enhancements and integrations.

Testing, Cutover & Go-Live

• Lead PS-related unit testing, SIT, UAT, and defect management.
• Own cutover planning for open projects, budgets, and settlements.
• Provide go-live and hypercare support, ensuring stable operations.

Governance & Team Leadership

• Ensure adherence to SAP Activate methodology, project standards, and documentation.
• Review and approve functional designs, configurations, and test artifacts.
• Mentor PS consultants and support knowledge transfer.

Required Skills & Experience

SAP PS Expertise

• 10–12+ years of SAP experience with strong hands-on expertise in SAP Project Systems.
• At least 2 full-cycle SAP S/4HANA transformation projects in a PS Lead role.
• Strong understanding of project-based accounting and controlling.

S/4HANA & Finance Integration

• Deep knowledge of:
• Universal Journal (ACDOCA)
• PS–FI/CO integration
• Results Analysis and Settlement
• Experience with Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR) integration is a plus.

Knowledge on LeanIX, Signavio for process flow preparation and discussion with business team, is an added advantage

Leadership & Delivery

• Proven experience leading PS delivery in large SAP programs.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP S/4HANA certification in Project Systems or Finance
• Experience with SAP Activate methodology
• Industry experience in Engineering, Construction, EPC, Energy, or Professional Services
• Exposure to SAP CPM, EPPM, or SAP Portfolio & Project Management (PPM) is an advantage

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to translate business requirements into scalable SAP solutions
• Mentoring and leadership mindset
• Excellent documentation and presentation skills

Location & Work Model