SAP Finance Architect/Senior Manager - Retail

Accenture•Chicago, IL

1d•$112,900 - $338,300

About The Position

Accenture is seeking a seasoned SAP Finance Solution Architect with deep retail industry expertise to lead complex, cross-functional SAP Finance transformations. The role translates business objectives into executable SAP solutions and engages with senior client Finance executives, technical teams, and consulting colleagues. It requires expertise in SAP Customer Activity Repository (CAR) and POSDTA, including how point-of-sale transaction data flows from store systems to the general ledger and how to design reconciliation patterns for retail finance teams. The architect leads full-cycle SAP delivery from planning and analysis through build, test, and deployment; designs end-to-end Finance solutions using SAP S/4HANA Finance, CAR, POSDTA, and complementary technologies; and governs integration between POS/store systems and SAP FI/CO. The role also develops business cases, roadmaps, and executive presentations; advises on SAP Business AI opportunities; leads onshore and offshore project teams; and contributes to thought leadership and reusable assets that grow Accenture’s SAP Retail capability. Travel may be required, varying from 0% to 100% based on business needs and client requirements.

Requirements

At least 8 years of experience leading clients through full-cycle SAP Finance delivery across Plan, Analyze, Build, Test, and Deploy as a Solution Architect or Delivery Lead.
At least 5 years of experience delivering SAP Finance transformations for Retail clients; Grocery, Specialty, or Fashion experience is preferred.
At least 3 end-to-end SAP S/4HANA implementations, including project planning, estimation, solution design, and go-live; SAP support or managed services experience alone does not meet this requirement.
Prior consulting or advisory experience with direct client-facing accountability.
Hands-on experience deploying AI-enabled use cases within SAP programs, including capabilities such as Joule, embedded AI, and predictive accounting.
Deep expertise across FI/CO, Universal Journal, GL, AP/AR, Asset Accounting, Controlling, Product Costing, Margin Analysis, Treasury, and period-end close, including complex accounting, controls, and statutory requirements.
Strong Retail domain experience spanning omnichannel P&L, inventory valuation, merchandise and franchise accounting, rebates, leases, payments, and SAP CAR/POSDTA, including POS-to-Finance integration, sales reconciliation, tax, promotions, gift cards, loyalty, and inventory reconciliation.
End-to-end architecture experience across S/4HANA, IS-Retail, SD/MM/EWM/TM, BTP/CPI, third-party POS and e-commerce, SAC/BW analytics, data migration, RISE with SAP, cutover, extensibility, and financial controls/compliance.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with a minimum of 12 years of work experience; alternatively, an Associate’s degree with a minimum of 6 years of work experience.
Applicants for US employment must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

SAP S/4HANA Finance certification, such as SAP Certified Application Associate, or an equivalent Finance certification.
Experience applying SAP Activate methodology and leading Agile delivery and sprint execution within SAP transformation programs.

Responsibilities

Engage senior client Finance executives on business challenges, trends, and the value of SAP Finance solutions.
Lead clients through all phases of full-cycle SAP delivery: Plan, Analyze, Build, Test, and Deploy.
Architect end-to-end Finance solutions leveraging SAP S/4HANA Finance, CAR, POSDTA, complementary SAP technologies, custom applications, and partner add-ons.
Design and govern integration between POS/store systems and SAP FI/CO, including POSDTA inbound processing, revenue posting, and daily reconciliation.
Develop business cases, solution roadmaps, and presentations to secure client leadership support for transformation strategies.
Advise on SAP Business AI strategy and identify measurable AI value opportunities in Finance and Retail operations.
Lead large, diverse onshore and offshore project teams while maintaining quality, scope, and stakeholder alignment.
Stay current on regulations, SAP platform developments, and Retail industry trends to advise clients and Accenture leadership.
Contribute to thought leadership, reusable assets, and best practices to grow Accenture’s SAP Retail capability.
Travel as required by business needs and client requirements; the amount may vary from 0% to 100%.