Business Architecture Associate Director

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 487,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Business Architecture Associate Director to lead SAP Finance initiatives. You will manage teams, ensure seamless integration of financial systems, and drive business process optimization while providing expert-level support. The ideal candidate has deep SAP Finance expertise and at least 15 years of experience in implementation and leadership roles.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Access to state-of-the-art technology

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of total experience, with 10+ years in SAP Finance implementation.
• Proven experience in at least 3 full-cycle SAP implementations, preferably S/4HANA.
• Solid understanding of financial reporting and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design and configuration of SAP Finance modules.
• Manage multiple parallel initiatives, ensuring quality and adherence to budgets.
• Serve as the key point for finance and accounting departments.

Skills

SAP Finance (FI/CO) Implementation

Project Management

Leadership

Business Process Optimization

Stakeholder Management

Education

SAP Certification in FI/CO or S/4HANA Finance

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

Business Architecture Associate Director

Accenture Technology Through unmatched industry experience, leading technologies from our ecosystem partners and startups, and the largest delivery network in the world, we provide a powerful range of capabilities that can be tailored to our client's most complex business needs. With over 100 innovation hubs deployed around the world, we help clients continuously innovate at speed and at scale so they can outpace their peers. You will bring innovation, intelligence, and industry experience together with the newest technologies to help clients innovate at scale and transform their businesses. Visit us at www.accenture.com.

Summary

The SAP Finance Lead will be responsible for leading the design, implementation, and support of SAP Finance (FI/CO) solutions across the organization. This role requires deep expertise in SAP Finance modules, strong business acumen, and leadership capabilities to manage teams, stakeholders, and complex project deliverables. The SAP Finance Lead will act as a trusted advisor to business and IT leadership, ensuring that financial systems are robust, integrated, and aligned with corporate objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Solution Design & Implementation
  • Lead end-to-end design and configuration of SAP Finance modules, including FI (GL, AP, AR, AA, Bank Accounting) and CO (Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, Internal Orders, COPA).
  • Translate business requirements into detailed functional and technical specifications.
  • Ensure seamless integration of Finance with other modules such as MM, SD, PP, HR, and PS.
  • Oversee data migration, validation, and reconciliation activities.
  • Conduct workshops with stakeholders to gather requirements and validate solutions.
• Leadership & Project Management
  • Lead a team of SAP Finance consultants (onsite and offshore) throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Manage multiple parallel initiatives, ensuring quality, timeliness, and budget adherence.
  • Collaborate with program managers, technical leads, and business stakeholders.
  • Develop and enforce SAP finance governance standards and best practices.
• Business Partnering
  • Serve as the key point of contact for finance and accounting departments.
  • Advise business leaders on leveraging SAP to optimize financial processes and reporting.
  • Drive process standardization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support & Continuous Improvement
  • Provide expert-level support for critical finance operations and issue resolution.
  • Evaluate system enhancements, SAP upgrades, and S/4HANA migration opportunities.
  • Stay current with SAP innovations and industry best practices.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of total experience, with 10+ years in SAP Finance (FI/CO) implementation and leadership roles.
• Proven experience in at least 3 full-cycle SAP implementations, preferably including S/4HANA.
• Strong knowledge of Finance processes - record to report, procure to pay, order to cash, asset accounting, cost controlling, and profitability analysis.
• Experience with integration to other SAP modules and third‑party systems.
• Solid understanding of financial reporting, taxation, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions and articulate value propositions.
• SAP certification in FI/CO or S/4HANA Finance is a strong plus.

Why Join Us?

• We offer a transparent, fast paced approach career progression, with a focus on your strengths and continuous coaching from senior colleagues.
• You will benefit from working alongside Accenture experts who are solving some of the biggest industry challenges with innovative thinking and pioneering tools.
• Flexible work arrangements and a range of benefits including competitive rewards.
• You will have access to state‑of‑the‑art technology that will give you the opportunity to deepen your existing skills even as you help create the latest business trends.
• You will also have opportunities to make a difference to the communities in which we work and live.

Next Steps

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