Remote SAP Finance & M&A Program Lead

HARMAN International; Novi (MI); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Employee discounts on JBL products

Harman University training

Wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Be Brilliant program

Inclusive and diverse work environment

Job summary

HARMAN is seeking a Finance Program Manager with deep expertise in SAP-enabled Mergers & Acquisitions and Finance transformations to lead complex integration initiatives within the Automotive Digital Finance organization.

You will drive end-to-end programs for finance integrations, carve-outs, and system harmonization across SAP S/4HANA and related platforms, partnering with Finance, IT, PMO, Manufacturing, Operations, and vendors to ensure timely, compliant delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in Program Management with hands-on leadership of complex multi-year, multi-million dollar programs.
• Proven expertise in SAP ERP landscapes (ECC, S/4HANA, MDG, BW) with strong exposure to Finance Consolidation and FP&A processes and systems.
• Deep, specialized knowledge in Finance and SAP program delivery, with the ability to interpret business and regulatory requirements and translate them into scalable solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional global stakeholders in a matrixed environment, guiding teams through complex problem-solving.
• Strong independent execution and decision-making capability in ambiguous, high-pressure M&A environments.
• Experience managing multiple system integrators and external vendors, with accountability for delivery outcomes and performance.
• Familiarity with digital finance platforms (e.g., OneStream), data/analytics ecosystems, and cloud-based architectures.
• PMP or equivalent program/project management certification preferred.
• Experience with program management tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar platforms for planning, tracking, and reporting

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end program management of finance integrations, carve-outs, and system harmonization across SAP S/4HANA and related finance platforms.
• Drive planning, execution, and governance of finance workstreams with adherence to objectives, timelines, and regulatory requirements; leverage organization-wide standards and processes.
• Coordinate across multiple system integrators, vendors, and partner organizations to ensure accountability and delivery alignment.
• Partner with Finance, IT, PMO, Manufacturing, Operations and stakeholders to define scope, priorities, and roadmap.
• Manage program risks, dependencies, and critical path activities; escalate and resolve delivery issues.
• Oversee financial data migration, validation, and integration activities for accuracy and audit readiness.
• Support vendor selection, onboarding, and performance management in alignment with procurement and frameworks.
• Establish and maintain program governance structures, including reporting, steering committees, and executive updates.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

SAP ERP

MDG

BW

OneStream

MS Project

Smartsheet

Job description

HARMAN is seeking a Finance Program Manager with deep expertise in SAP-enabled Mergers & Acquisitions and Finance transformations to lead complex integration initiatives within the Automotive Digital Finance organization.

You will drive end-to-end programs for finance integrations, carve-outs, and system harmonization across SAP S/4HANA and related platforms, partnering with Finance, IT, PMO, Manufacturing, Operations, and vendors to ensure timely, compliant delivery.