Sr. SAP FICO Functional Lead - Manufacturing and Margin Analysis

Alcami-5; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Alcami is seeking a Senior SAP FICO Functional Consultant to lead design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of SAP S/4HANA Finance and Controlling processes. You will be the finance SME and partner to Accounting, FP&A, and Operational Finance to deliver business-aligned solutions.

Based on a 100% on-site schedule in Durham, NC, you will drive configuration for GL, AP, AR, AA, COPA, and ensure integration with MM, SD, and PP.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of SAP FICO experience with at least 3 years in S/4HANA.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, IS, or related field.
• SAP certification in a relevant FICO or S/4HANA area is desired.
• Hands-on with GL, AP, AR, AA, CO (CCA, PCA, Internal Orders, Product Costing), and integration with other modules.
• Experience supporting or leading a RISE with SAP implementation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the SAP FICO functional SME in a post-go-live RISE with SAP environment.
• Lead configuration and support for GL, AP, AR, AA, PS and COPA.
• Collaborate with Finance and Accounting stakeholders to gather requirements and implement process improvements.
• Ensure proper integration of FICO with MM, SD, PP, and Project Systems.
• Support month-end close, cost center planning, profitability analysis, and internal orders.
• Work with technical teams to develop and test reports, interfaces, and enhancements.
• Lead UAT and training for new functionalities and process changes.
• Ensure financial processes meet compliance, audit, and reporting requirements.
• Support continuous improvement and SAP roadmap planning.
• Create and maintain functional documentation.

Skills

SAP FICO expertise

S/4HANA knowledge

Finance processes

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

SAP Fiori

Job description

At Alcami, we deliver reliable solutions that unlock the potential of transformative medicines from discovery to commercialization, through trusted partnership with our clients, recognized industry expertise and proven regulatory track record.

Are you interested in joining our team?

Job Summary

The Senior SAP FICO Functional Consultant is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of SAP S/4HANA Finance and Controlling (FICO) processes. This role will serve as the finance subject matter expert and strategic partner to Accounting, FP&A, and Operational Finance teams to deliver business-aligned solutions. The consultant will support ongoing stabilization and continuous improvement following our successful go-live with RISE with SAP. Given our S/4HANA environment, experience with Fiori applications and a strong understanding of SAP Analytics and reporting tools is critical.

On-Site Expectations

• 100% on-site position.
• 1st Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the SAP FICO functional SME in a post-go-live RISE with SAP environment.
• Lead configuration and support for key modules including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Asset Accounting (AA), Project Systems (PS) and Controlling & Profitability Analysis (COPA).
• Collaborate with Finance and Accounting stakeholders to gather requirements and implement process improvements aligned to business goals.
• Ensure proper integration of FICO with other SAP modules such as MM, SD, PP, and Project Systems.
• Support month-end close, cost center planning, profitability analysis, and internal orders.
• Work closely with technical teams to develop and test custom reports, interfaces, and enhancements.
• Lead UAT and training activities for new system functionalities and process changes.
• Ensure financial processes meet compliance, audit, and reporting requirements.
• Support continuous improvement and participate in the SAP Change Board and future SAP roadmap planning.
• Create and maintain functional documentation including configuration specs, SOPs, and process flows.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or related field.
• 7+ years of SAP FICO experience with at least 3 years in S/4HANA.
• SAP certification in a relevant FICO or S/4HANA area is desired.
• Hands-on experience with GL, AP, AR, AA, CO (CCA, PCA, Internal Orders, Product Costing), and integration with other modules.
• Prior experience supporting or leading a RISE with SAP implementation is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of financial close processes and regulatory compliance.
• Experience working in a regulated or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong knowledge of SAP FICO best practices and configuration.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex finance-related SAP issues.
• Proficiency in process mapping, documentation, and training delivery.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities and collaborating across functional teams.
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.

Travel Expectations

• Up to 25% travel expected.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit. The employee may be occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee may be required to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. The employee may be required to gain access to lab, manufacturing or clinical areas for inspections or work discussions. The employee is required to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment to perform the job duties. Such personal protective equipment may include but is not limited to safety eyewear, various types of respirators/breathing apparatus, lab coats, gloves, etc.