SAP Finance Solution Architect

AdvanSix Inc • Hopewell, VA

52d

About The Position

AdvanSix is seeking a seasoned SAP Finance Solution Architect to join our Enterprise Platforms team under the Digital Transformation & Technology (DTT)organization. This role serves as the primary product owner for the Finance function, responsible for the BUILD and RUN of SAP S/4HANA and related finance applications. The ideal candidate will drive operational excellence, digital transformation, and business outcomes through robust SAP solutions. This role is critical in fostering a data-driven culture, enabling change management, and ensuring high availability, performance, and compliance across the SAP Finance landscape.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in SAP Finance modules (FI/CO, Asset Accounting, AP/AR, etc.).
• Proven experience in SAP S/4HANA implementation, support, and operations.
• Strong understanding of Finance business processes and SAP integration.
• Experience in incident/problem management and application lifecycle management.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and analytical skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., SAP S/4HANA Finance, PMP).
• Experience in chemical manufacturing or similar regulated industry.
• Familiarity with SAP Fiori, SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP BPC and integration with non-SAP systems.
• Exposure to Agile methodologies and enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF).
• Experience with compliance frameworks including SOX and ITGC controls.

Responsibilities

• Act as the single point of contact for execution of DTT projects and support needs of the Finance business unit, working closely with DTT business partner for Finance.
• Represent DTT in extended functional teams, collaborating with Finance stakeholders, DTT business partners and Super Users.
• Drive execution of prioritized digital transformation programs aligned with business goals.
• Foster a data-driven culture and support change management initiatives.
• Lead BUILD and RUN activities for SAP S/4HANA Finance applications, ensuring system stability and performance.
• Manage incidents and problems across the SAP S/4HANA landscape, ensuring clear communication, robust root cause analysis, and high-quality technical resolution working with multiple vendors.
• Identify and implement application management actions to optimize performance, availability, and license usage.
• Advocate for leveraging standard best practices, maintaining a clean core.
• Monitor and maintain the SAP Finance landscape, ensuring effective batch job execution and system health.
• Oversee identity and access management across the SAP landscape, ensuring compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley and other regulatory requirements.
• Partner with SAP project teams and AMS partners to optimize relationships and hold suppliers accountable.
• Manage application currency, including documentation, training materials, and knowledge articles for SAP Finance applications.
• Plan and oversee upgrades for SAP S/4HANA on RISE, ensuring clean core change management.
• Ensure training materials and knowledge articles are comprehensive, concise, and regularly updated.
• Invest time in planning, discovery, and reflection to drive better decisions and outcomes.
• Identify improvement opportunities, challenge the status quo, and drive appropriate change.
• Effectively manage and mitigate risks related to SAP Finance systems and processes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees