Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager – SAP FICO with deep expertise in Retail industry processes to lead large-scale SAP transformation programs. The candidate will drive solution design, client engagement, and delivery excellence across complex SAP S/4HANA implementations and Finance transformation initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Client Engagement & Leadership
- Lead end-to-end SAP FICO engagements for retail clients, including solution design, implementation, and support
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior finance stakeholders (CFO, Finance Directors)
- Drive business development, proposals, and client presentations
- Manage client relationships and ensure high-quality delivery and client satisfaction
SAP FICO Delivery
- Lead S/4HANA Finance implementations, rollouts, and system conversions
- Design and configure SAP FICO modules including:
- General Ledger (GL)
- Accounts Payable (AP)
- Accounts Receivable (AR)
- Asset Accounting (AA)
- Bank Accounting & Treasury
- Cost Center Accounting (CCA) and Profitability Analysis (COPA)
- Ensure integration with key modules such as MM, SD, and Retail-specific components
- Define and implement financial processes aligned to retail operations
Retail Industry Expertise
- Apply deep understanding of retail business processes:
- Order-to-Cash (O2C) in retail store and e-commerce environments
- Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and vendor settlement processes
- Inventory valuation and stock accounting across distribution centers and stores
- Revenue recognition, pricing, and promotions management
- Support Omnichannel retail operations, including POS and e-commerce integration
- Enable real-time financial visibility for retail organizations using S/4HANA
Program & Team Management
- Lead and mentor teams of consultants across multiple locations
- Manage large programs (10M+ USD engagements) including planning, risk management, and governance
- Ensure project delivery within scope, timeline, and budget
- Drive quality assurance and adherence to Deloitte methodologies
Innovation & Thought Leadership
- Contribute to SAP practice growth through solution accelerators and reusable assets
- Stay updated with SAP innovations (S/4HANA Finance, Central Finance, Group Reporting)
- Publish thought leadership on Finance transformation in Retail
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA/CA/CPA preferred
- 9-12 years of experience in SAP FICO, with at least 5+ years in leadership roles.
- Proven experience in Retail industry SAP implementations
- Minimum 3 full-cycle SAP S/4HANA Finance implementations
- Deep functional expertise in FICO with strong integration knowledge
- Experience managing large global teams and complex programs
Preferred Skills
- Experience with SAP S/4HANA Retail or CAR (Customer Activity Repository)
- Knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, and retail-specific compliance
- Exposure to SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) or reporting tools
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, client-facing consulting environment
Leadership Competencies
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving
- Executive presence and stakeholder influence
- Team development and mentoring
- Innovation mindset and continuous improvement