SAP Data & Analytics Lead

Accenture Federal Services•Washington, DC

About The Position

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward! The work: The SAP Data & Analytics Lead is responsible for leading Data Strategy and Analytics capability for the S/4HANA program. They will perform end-to-end architecture, development, and maintenance of high-performance data solutions. This role governs the creation of robust data pipelines, ensures enterprise-grade data quality, and oversees complex ETL/migration strategies. The Manager acts as a strategic advisor to the business, leveraging SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) and Embedded Analytics to transform raw data into actionable insights that drive budgeting, planning, and operational excellence. The Data & Analytics Lead is responsible for leading complex data modeling, migration governance, and business intelligence strategy.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in SAP Data & Analytics, demonstrating a deep understanding of S/4HANA Data Models, SAP Analytics Cloud, and SAP BW/4HANA
Proven leadership skills, with a track record of successfully leading large-scale data migrations or BI transformations
Strong functional knowledge of SAP ECC/S4 core modules, specifically focused on Order to Cash (O2C) or Procure to Pay (P2P) data flows
In-depth knowledge of ETL tools and Data Quality software (e.g., SAP Data Services, Information Steward, or ADM/BackOffice Associates)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with Chief Data Officers (CDOs), CFOs, and technical architects
Proficiency in project management, including the ability to manage resource allocation, data cutover plans, and risk mitigation strategies
Ability to align data initiatives with business goals, such as improving spend visibility, optimizing inventory, or accelerating the financial close
US Citizen (no dual citizenship)
Must be eligible to obtain a government Secret Clearance
Willingness to travel up to 25%

Nice To Haves

Experience with Federal Data Standards and reporting requirements (e.g., DATA Act compliance)
Bachelor's degree in a related field

Responsibilities

Data Architecture & Migration -Design and govern S/4HANA data solutions for generation, collection, and real-time processing, ensuring a "Clean Core" data strategy
Lead the development of data pipelines and implement advanced ETL/ELT processes (using tools like SAP Data Intelligence or SAP Data Services) to migrate legacy data into S/4HANA
Oversee Data Quality and Governance frameworks, establishing standards for data cleansing, deduplication, and validation to ensure migration integrity
Manage complex data landscapes, ensuring seamless data flow across SAP and non-SAP systems, including integration with the SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP)
Drive the SAC Strategy, leading the design and delivery of advanced analytics, planning, and predictive solutions that influence executive-level business decisions
Supervise the modeling of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and vendor/client data, utilizing the full breadth of SAC tools (Stories, Analytics Designer, and Predictive Scenarios).
Collaborate with Functional Leads (e.g., O2C, P2P, B2R) to translate complex business requirements into intuitive dashboards and real-time reporting solutions
Provide expert support for Planning and Budgeting, ensuring that SAC planning models are integrated with S/4HANA Finance to drive improved fiscal operations
Manage and mentor a cross-functional team, providing training to junior specialists on S/4HANA data structures, SAC configuration, and modern BI techniques
Lead work planning, budgeting, and forecasting for the Data and Analytics workstream, ensuring deliverables are met within project timelines
Ensure adherence to Accenture delivery methodology for data migration and analytics workstreams, from Fit-to-Standard through Go-Live