SAP FICO Engineering Manager

EPAM Systems; Georgia; On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Employee financial programs

Paid time off and sick leave

Upskilling, reskilling and certificate

Job summary

EPAM Systems seeks an SAP FICO Engineering Manager to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of SAP financial and controlling solutions. The role focuses on delivering SAP projects, aligning technical strategies with business objectives, and collaborating with global teams to drive innovation.

You will manage a distributed SAP FICO team, guide strategic initiatives, and ensure quality delivery while engaging directly with clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years hands‑on experience with SAP, particularly in FICO modules.
• A minimum of 2 years in leadership positions such as Manager, Architect, Owner, or Coordinator.
• At least 1 year of experience managing teams of 5 or more individuals.
• Participation in at least 2 full-cycle SAP implementations or experience launching a product or critical product feature to market.
• Strong expertise in Agile (Scrum) methodologies and a thorough understanding of software and application architecture.
• Advanced knowledge and functional expertise in SAP FICO modules, covering financial and controlling processes.
• Experience with pre‑sales activities and direct client engagement in SAP‑related projects.
• Proven ability to balance technical, business, and team management responsibilities successfully.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, with the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts.
• Nice to have: SAP certifications.
• Nice to have: Familiarity with cutting‑edge SAP technologies and advancements in financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a team of SAP FICO specialists across international locations.
• Build, develop, and coach high-performing SAP FICO teams across international locations.
• Manage all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, staffing, performance reviews, promotions, and compensation decisions.
• Drive strategic global initiatives to enhance and expand the SAP FICO function.
• Prepare project proposals and statements of work in collaboration with IT teams and business stakeholders.
• Serve as the primary contact for clients, overseeing delivery quality, team performance, and project timelines.
• Maintain expert-level knowledge of SAP FICO and ensure adherence to best practices across projects.
• Work with stakeholders to align SAP FICO strategies with organizational goals and objectives.

Skills

Leadership SAP FICO

SAP FICO

Agile (Scrum)

Client engagement

Pre-sales

Project management

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science/Information Systems or related

Tools

SAP

Job description

We are looking for a skilled and goal-oriented SAP FICO Engineering Manager to lead the creation, implementation, and optimization of SAP financial and controlling solutions.

In this role, you will ensure the successful delivery of SAP projects, aligning technical strategies with organizational objectives. You will work closely with global teams and stakeholders to drive innovation and streamline financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide a team of SAP FICO specialists to ensure efficient operations
• Build, develop, and coach high-performing SAP FICO teams across international locations
• Manage all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, staffing, performance reviews, promotions, and compensation decisions
• Drive strategic global initiatives to enhance and expand the SAP FICO function
• Prepare project proposals and statements of work in collaboration with IT teams and business stakeholders
• Serve as the primary contact for clients, overseeing delivery quality, team performance, and project timelines
• Maintain expert-level knowledge of SAP FICO and ensure adherence to best practices across projects
• Work with stakeholders to align SAP FICO strategies with organizational goals and objectives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline
• At least 5 years of hands‑on experience with SAP, particularly in FICO modules
• A minimum of 2 years in leadership positions such as Manager, Architect, Owner, or Coordinator
• At least 1 year of experience managing teams of 5 or more individuals
• Participation in at least 2 full-cycle SAP implementations or experience launching a product or critical product feature to market
• Strong expertise in Agile (Scrum) methodologies and a thorough understanding of software and application architecture
• Advanced knowledge and functional expertise in SAP FICO modules, covering financial and controlling processes
• Experience with pre‑sales activities and direct client engagement in SAP‑related projects
• Proven ability to balance technical, business, and team management responsibilities successfully
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, with the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts

Nice to have

• SAP certifications
• Familiarity with cutting‑edge SAP technologies and advancements in financial systems

We offer

• International projects with top brands
• Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
• Healthcare benefits
• Employee financial programs
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
• Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
• Global career opportunities
• Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
• EPAM Employee Groups
• Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn