SAP Finance Architect/Senior Manager - Retail

Accenture•St. Louis, MO

1d•$112,900 - $338,300

About The Position

Accenture is hiring a seasoned SAP Finance Solution Architect with retail industry expertise to lead complex, cross-functional SAP Finance transformations. The role translates client business goals into executable SAP solutions, engages senior Finance executives, and advises on SAP's Business AI strategy. The architect will design solutions using SAP S/4HANA Finance, CAR, POSDTA, complementary SAP technologies, custom applications, and partner add-ons, with particular focus on the flow of point-of-sale data into Finance and reliable reconciliation patterns. The role leads full-cycle SAP delivery from planning and analysis through build, test, and deployment; governs integration between POS/store systems and SAP FI/CO; develops business cases, roadmaps, and leadership presentations; and leads large, diverse onshore and offshore teams. It also contributes to client advisory, thought leadership, reusable assets, and Accenture's SAP Retail best practices. Travel may be required and can range from 0 to 100% depending on business and client needs.

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 in 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 at least 12 years of work experience; alternatively, an Associate's degree with at least 6 years of work experience.

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 potential 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 apps, 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 gain client leadership support for transformation strategies.
Advise on SAP's 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-practice development for Accenture's SAP Retail capability.