SAP PaPM Specialist

Randstad Digital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Randstad Digital is seeking an SAP PaPM Specialist to lead design, configuration, and optimization of cost allocation, profitability, and performance management models within a high-priority S/4HANA transformation in Washington, DC. You will work with Finance, Controlling, and external partners to deliver auditable frameworks and ensure regulatory compliance.

The role requires deep PaPM experience, S/4HANA Finance knowledge, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience designing and configuring SAP PaPM models for allocation, cost, profitability, and performance management.
• Strong knowledge of SAP S/4HANA Finance transformations, CO-PA/Finance & Controlling, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Ability to translate complex financial rules into scalable calculation models and workflow functions.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and optimize complex calculation models, allocation rules, and profitability frameworks in PaPM.
• Collaborate with Finance, Controlling, and stakeholders to translate needs into scalable financial solutions.
• Coordinate with SAP teams and partners to define logic, validate results, and ensure S/4HANA integration.
• Deliver insights on cost allocations, profitability, and performance metrics for reporting.
• Validate data accuracy, maintain rule integrity, and ensure auditability across PaPM models.
• Provide ongoing support and optimization post-implementation.

Skills

PaPM

S/4HANA Finance

Cost allocations

Profitability analysis

Regulatory compliance

Financial reporting

Analytical

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP PaPM tooling

SAP S/4HANA

IFRS/GAAP

Job description

job summary:

As an SAP PaPM Specialist supporting a high-priority SAP S/4HANA transformation program for a premier Randstad client in Washington, DC, you will serve as the hands‑on technical and functional expert responsible for designing, configuring, and maintaining complex allocation, costing, profitability, and performance management models. Working closely with Finance, Controlling, internal SAP teams, and external implementation partners, you will establish scalable, auditable cost allocation frameworks and profitability analyses to drive financial transparency and strategic decision-making. This role is essential to ensuring regulatory compliance, precise financial reporting, and the overall success of key finance transformation objectives across the enterprise.

location: Washington, Washington, D.C.

job type: Contract

salary: $60 – 65 per hour

work hours: 9am to 5pm

education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

• Design, configure, and optimize complex calculation models, allocation rules, and profitability frameworks within SAP Profitability and Performance Management (PaPM).
• Collaborate directly with Finance, Controlling, and business stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable, auditable financial performance solutions.
• Work in tandem with SAP functional teams and external implementation partners to define logic, validate allocation results, and ensure seamless S/4HANA integration.
• Support financial reporting requirements by delivering clear, actionable insights into cost allocations, profitability, and performance metrics.
• Validate data accuracy, maintain business rule integrity, and ensure full regulatory compliance and auditability across all PaPM models.
• Provide continuous support, troubleshooting, and enhancement for post-implementation financial performance and allocation processes.

qualifications:

• Proven hands‑on experience designing and configuring models within SAP Profitability and Performance Management (PaPM).
• Strong background in SAP S/4HANA Finance transformations, with deep knowledge of cost allocations, managerial accounting, and profitability analysis (CO-PA / Finance & Controlling).
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex financial and business rules into technical calculation models and workflow functions.
• Experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams, including Finance leadership, IT, functional SAP leads, and third‑party implementation partners.
• Familiarity with financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and auditable accounting frameworks.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders across all organizational levels.

skills:

SAP,SAP S/4HANA,S/4HANA,SAP S/4HANA Finance,analytical,communication skills,leadership,problem-solving,financial reporting,accounting,business needs,business rule,business rules,cost allocations,cost allocation,data accuracy,finance transformation,financial performance,financial reporting requirements,Finance,financial,managerial accounting,performance management,performance metrics,profitability analysis,regulatory compliance,strategic decision-making

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate’s education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.