SAP FICO Functional Consultant / Project Lead

SM Investments; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

SM Investments in the Philippines seeks an experienced SAP FICO Consultant / Project Lead to design, enhance, and deliver enterprise-wide SAP solutions across finance and controlling, spanning governance, implementation, and cross-functional collaboration.

You will lead workshops, drive data migration, and ensure alignment with business processes while staying abreast of SAP innovations and multi-industry deployments within the group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in accounting or related field.
• Business management or project management coursework is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead workshops and discussions with key business stakeholders.
• Analyze requirements and propose standard or custom SAP solutions aligned with best practices.
• Prepare business blueprint documents and ensure alignment with process owners.
• Develop functional specifications for custom objects and enhancements.
• Lead data conversion and migration activities with business counterparts.
• Create and execute project timelines, cutover plans, and implementation strategies.
• Manage assigned SAP projects to meet deliverables per plan.
• Train key users and serve as the SAP FICO point of contact.

Skills

SAP FICO

Systems Analysis

Project Management

SAP Integrations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Business/IT

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

At SM Investments, we shape sustainable growth stories that move industries and uplift communities. As one of the Philippines’ leading conglomerates, we create opportunities across retail, banking, and property—driven by excellence, integrity, and innovation. Join us as we strengthen our digital transformation initiatives, modernize our business processes, and expand our SAP landscape across multiple industries.

About the Role

As an SAP FICO Consultant / Project Lead, you will take on a key role in designing, enhancing, and delivering enterprise-wide systems and solutions. You will participate in a full range of functional, technical, and project management activities, applying independent judgment to initiatives that significantly impact business operations and strategic programs. This role provides exposure to multi-industry business groups, cross-functional collaboration, and high-value digital transformation projects.

Responsibilities

Business Engagement & Solution Design

• Lead workshops and discussions with key business stakeholders.
• Analyze requirements and propose standard or custom SAP solutions aligned with best practices.
• Prepare business blueprint documents and ensure full alignment with process owners.
• Develop functional specifications for custom objects and enhancements.

System Configuration & Testing

• Perform SAP FICO configuration based on functional requirements.
• Lead and support System Integration Testing (SIT) to ensure solution readiness.
• Guide and support business users during User Acceptance Testing (UAT).

Implementation & Deployment

• Lead data conversion and migration activities together with business counterparts.
• Create and execute project timelines, cutover plans, and implementation strategies.
• Manage assigned SAP projects and ensure deliverables are met according to plan.

User Enablement & Support

• Conduct training sessions for key business users and super users.
• Serve as the primary SAP FICO point-of-contact for designated business units.
• Stay updated with the latest SAP technologies and recommend innovations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Management, Information Technology, or related fields.
• Completion of business management or project management courses is an advantage.

Required Skills

• 5+ years of experience in SAP Finance & Controlling (FICO).
• 3+ years of experience in Systems Analysis & Design.
• 2+ years of experience as a Project Manager.
• Strong understanding of SAP integrations with at least three sub-modules (MM, SD, RE, etc.).

Preferred Skills

• Experience in real estate, hotels, logistics, or holding company environments.
• Proven leadership in at least one successful SAP project.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA is a strong advantage.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.