SAP Finance Transformation Lead for Utilities & AI

Accenture

Walnut Creek (CA)

On-site

USD 94,000 - 294,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Accenture is seeking a seasoned SAP Finance leader to drive transformation programs for Utilities clients. You will lead end-to-end SAP finance implementations, define strategic roadmaps, and advance AI-enabled finance solutions in a global delivery context.

You will collaborate with senior executives, shape business cases, and guide multi-team engagements across regions, while staying ahead of regulations and industry trends to deliver tangible business value.

Qualifications

Minimum of 6 years functional/technical experience in SAP Finance (GL, AR, AP, Asset, Product Costing).
Minimum 4 years of experience in SAP projects supporting Utilities' clients.
Minimum 2 end-to-end SAP S/4 implementations, including project planning, estimation and solution architecture for Utilities clients.
Experience driving complex workshops and leading design decisions, as well as leading the design and execution of system build, configuration, testing, cutover, go-live in the SAP Finance area.
Experience managing SAP delivery teams in a Global Delivery model.
Prior experience in a Consulting/Advisory role.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years' work experience).

Responsibilities

Engage with senior client Finance executives on the business challenges/trends and the potential value of SAP solutions (current & future)
Lead customers in defining their SAP journey through the development of business cases & roadmaps including during sales origination, proposal development and client presentations
Architect e2e Finance solutions that leverage SAP technologies, custom apps, & add on partner solutions
Clearly explain SAP’s Business AI strategy, including an understanding of its capabilities and roadmap. Identify functional areas expertise where AI can deliver real value to clients
Experience in deployment of AI use cases within SAP delivery to improve efficiency and ability to explain how these AI-driven improvements can enhance project delivery
Advise, design and deliver Finance solutions based on the latest industry and technology best practices leveraging a SAP solutions and embedded innovation.
Lead large project teams of varying size and scope – helping them achieve transformational roadmaps - onsite with clients or within Accenture
Become a trusted expert and advisor to your clients, team, and Accenture Leadership by staying current on regulations, trends, and innovations across your area of expertise
Be a thought leader, build assets and best practices and develop the next level of transformation experts
Travel may be required for this role.