Finance Lead – SAP S/4HANA

Dexian; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing and IT solutions provider in San Jose is seeking an experienced Finance Lead to guide their SAP S/4 HANA migration. This role requires deep expertise in inventory cost accounting and variance analysis, along with project leadership skills. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring precise process documentation and effective system design. A focus on improving finance processes and automation initiatives is key. The position promises engagement in a dynamic environment that leverages innovative solutions in the semiconductor sector.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing finance, focusing on inventory and cost accounting.
• Hands-on experience with SAP ECC and/or SAP S/4 HANA in Finance and Controlling (FI/CO) modules.
• Strong skills in process documentation, system design, and major system implementations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Operations Finance representative in SAP S/4 HANA migration.
• Lead process documentation for Operations Finance.
• Oversee data validation and reconciliation during migration.

Skills

Inventory cost accounting

Variance analysis

Project leadership

Analytical mindset

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field

Tools

SAP ECC

SAP S/4 HANA

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Finance Lead with a background in the semiconductor industry to guide our SAP S/4 HANA migration. This role will act as a key liaison between Operations Finance and cross-functional technical teams, ensuring precise process documentation, robust system design, and a seamless transition from SAP ECC to SAP S/4 HANA. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in inventory cost accounting, variance analysis, and project leadership, and thrives in transformational environments focused on process improvements and AI initiatives.

SAP S/4 HANA Migration & Implementation

• Serve as the Operations Finance representative in the SAP S/4 HANA migration, aligning system design with business needs.
• Lead comprehensive process documentation, including AS-IS and TO-BE workflows for Operations Finance.
• Collaborate with IT, manufacturing, and operations to support solution design, configuration reviews, testing, and readiness activities, leveraging semiconductor manufacturing knowledge.
• Participate in design workshops to integrate finance impacts (inventory, costing, variances, close processes) into S/4 HANA, applying industry best practices.
• Oversee data validation, reconciliation, and cutover to ensure smooth migration.

Finance Projects & Operational Efficiency

• Lead or contribute to other Finance and cross-functional projects, such as system enhancements and process automation.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, communication, and stakeholder alignment.
• Promote collaboration and standardization across finance processes using semiconductor industry expertise.
• Support month-end close activities related to inventory and cost accounting
• Ensure accurate inventory valuation, including standard cost updates, reserves, and necessary adjustments.
• Contribute to financial reporting and perform detailed manufacturing variance analysis.
• Identify and drive automation opportunities across financial close processes, variance analysis, and data validation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing finance, with strong focus on inventory and cost accounting.
• Extensive hands-on experience with SAP ECC and/or SAP S/4 HANA, particularly within Finance and Controlling (FI/CO) modules, includes configuration knowledge, process troubleshooting, and end-to-end validation.
• In-depth understanding of semiconductor cost structures, including standard costing, complex BOM and routing configurations, manufacturing variance analysis, and inventory valuation methodologies applicable to wafer fabrication and backend operations.
• Proven skills in process documentation, system design, and major system implementations or transformations.
• Exceptional attention to detail and advanced analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex cost flows and large data sets to drive actionable insights and ensure accuracy
• Analytical mindset with excellent communication, collaboration, and project leadership abilities.
• Experience or strong interest in AI, automation, or advanced analytics is a plus.

Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit https://dexian.com/ to learn more. Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.