SAP FICO Functional Consultant

Pyramid Consulting, Inc; México; On-site; MXN 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Consulting, Inc. seeks an experienced SAP FICO consultant in Mexico to lead full lifecycle implementations and optimize FI/CO processes. The role involves blueprinting, configuring GL, AR, AP, CO modules, and integrating with SD, MM, PP, and third-party systems.

You will analyze business requirements, support financial closing, and deliver training while ensuring compliance and driving digital transformation with S/4HANA innovations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years hands-on SAP FICO implementation and support.
• Strong CO focus rather than FI.
• Experience in at least 3-4 full-cycle SAP ERP implementations (preferably including S/4HANA).
• Deep knowledge of Cost Center Accounting, CO-PA, and CO-PC.
• Experience in GL, AP, AR, AA, and CO processes.
• Integration with SD, MM, PP, and HR modules.
• Proficiency in SAP reporting tools (FIORI, SAP Query, Report Painter/Writer).
• Knowledge of New GL functionalities, Taxation, and Bank Accounting.
• Strong understanding of S/4HANA Finance and innovations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle implementations of SAP FICO solutions, including project planning, blueprinting, design, configuration, testing, and post-go-live support.
• Analyze business requirements and design scalable, reliable FI/CO solutions.
• Configure SAP FICO modules (GL, AR, AP, AA, Bank Accounting, CCA, COPA, IO, PC).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate SAP FICO with SD, MM, PP and third-party apps.
• Provide expertise in financial closing, consolidations, and financial reporting.
• Optimize system performance, troubleshoot errors, and apply best practices.
• Create and maintain configuration guides, functional specs, and user manuals.
• Develop and deliver training for end-users and stakeholders.
• Stay updated on SAP S/4HANA and guide digital transformation efforts.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, auditing standards, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

SAP FICO

CO focus

S/4HANA exposure

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/IT

Tools

SAP FI/CO modules

SAP reporting tools (FIORI, SAP Query)

GL/AR/AP/CO knowledge

Job description

• A SAP FICO consultant focuses on financial and accounting management, using the SAP system to optimize processes and improve decision-making.
• Their responsibilities include the implementation, configuration, and maintenance of SAP FI and CO modules, as well as requirements analysis and technical troubleshooting.
• They are also responsible for integrating SAP FICO with other modules and training key users.

Responsibilities:

• Lead full lifecycle implementations of SAP FICO solutions, including project planning, blueprinting, design, configuration, testing, and post-go-live support.
• Analyze business requirements and design scalable, reliable solutions for financial accounting (FI) and controlling (CO) processes.
• Configure SAP FICO modules (GL, AR, AP, Asset Accounting, Bank Accounting, Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, Internal Orders, and Product Costing).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate SAP FICO with other SAP modules (SD, MM, PP) and third-party applications.
• Provide expertise in financial closing processes, consolidations, and financial reporting solutions.
• Optimize system performance, troubleshooting errors, and implementing best practices for efficient FICO processes.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including configuration guides, functional specifications, and user manuals.
• Develop and deliver training for end-users and key stakeholders.
• Stay updated on SAP S/4HANA advancements and provide guidance for digital transformation projects.
• Work with stakeholders to ensure compliance with internal controls, auditing standards, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in SAP FICO module implementation and support.
• Strong skill in CO instead of FI
• Proven experience in at least 3-4 full-cycle SAP ERP implementations (preferably including S/4HANA).
• Strong knowledge of Cost Center Accounting, Profitability Analysis (CO-PA), and Product Costing (CO-PC).
• Expertise in financial processes, including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Asset Accounting (AA), and Controlling (CO).
• Experience in integration with other SAP modules (SD, MM, PP, and HR).
• Proficiency in SAP reporting tools (such as SAP FIORI, SAP Query, and Report Painter/Writer).
• Knowledge of New GL functionalities, Taxation (local and global compliance), and Bank Accounting.
• Strong understanding of SAP S/4HANA Finance and its innovations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.