SAP Finance Delivery Lead - Consumer Goods & Services

Accenture•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Accenture is seeking an SAP Finance Delivery Lead for its Consumer Goods & Services practice. The role leads the origination, sale, and delivery of SAP-based Finance transformation projects, helping clients use SAP technologies and Accenture Finance solutions to improve business outcomes. The role engages senior Finance executives, shapes transformation journeys and roadmaps, and architects end-to-end Finance solutions using SAP technologies, custom applications, and partner solutions. The Delivery Lead advises clients on SAP and Finance trends, industry practices, and SAP Business AI capabilities. They identify where AI can provide business value and use AI-enabled approaches to improve delivery efficiency. They lead large client project teams through transformation programs and contribute thought leadership, assets, and best practices while developing the next generation of transformation talent. Travel may be required and can range from 0% to 100%, depending on business needs and client requirements.

Requirements

At least 12 years of experience as a Delivery Lead, accountable for day-to-day leadership of large SAP Finance transformation programs for Consumer Goods & Services clients, including roadmap and business-case development, program setup and mobilization, execution, and business outcomes.
At least 8 years of experience leading SAP transformation programs for Consumer Goods & Services clients; SAP support or managed services experience does not count toward this requirement.
At least 6 end-to-end SAP S/4 implementations for SAP Finance and Consumer Goods & Services clients, including project planning, estimation, and solution architecture.
Experience managing large SAP delivery teams of 50–100 people, including in a Global Delivery model.
Prior experience in a consulting or advisory role.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with a minimum of 12 years of work experience; candidates with an associate’s degree must have at least 6 years of equivalent work experience.
For U.S. employment, work authorization that does not now or in the future require visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Engage senior client Finance executives on business challenges, trends, and the potential value of current and future SAP solutions.
Lead clients in defining their SAP journey, including business cases and roadmaps, sales origination, proposal development, and client presentations.
Architect end-to-end Finance solutions using SAP technologies, custom applications, and partner solutions.
Explain SAP’s Business AI strategy, capabilities, and roadmap, and identify functional areas where AI can deliver client value.
Deploy AI use cases in SAP delivery to improve efficiency and explain how AI-driven improvements can enhance project delivery.
Advise, design, and deliver Finance solutions using industry and technology best practices, SAP solutions, and embedded innovation.
Lead large project teams through transformational roadmaps, either onsite with clients or within Accenture.
Stay current on regulations, trends, and innovations and serve as a trusted expert and advisor to clients, teams, and Accenture leadership.
Develop thought leadership, assets, and best practices, and develop the next level of transformation experts.