SAP Project Systems (PS) Consultant

Accenture Federal Services•Washington, DC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The SAP Project Systems (PS) Consultant is responsible for designing, configuring, and optimizing end‑to‑end project management processes within the SAP ecosystem. This role partners closely with operational, finance, and compliance teams to ensure project planning, execution, budgeting, and reporting align with organizational and regulatory requirements. The consultant leverages SAP best practices to enable efficient, transparent, and auditable project lifecycles.

Requirements

2+ years of hands‑on experience with SAP PS or related modules (FI/CO, FM, MM, SD)
Strong understanding of project management processes, budgeting, cost control, and compliance
Experience designing SAP PS solutions, workflow configurations, and process mapping
Ability to translate business requirements into SAP functional designs
Knowledge of funding structures, budgeting cycles, and approval hierarchies
US Citizen (no dual citizenship)
Must be eligible to obtain a government clearance
Willingness to travel up to 25%

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP S/4HANA Public Sector and SAP Ariba
Familiarity with public‑sector regulations (Federal, State, Local), including competitive bidding requirements
SAP certifications in PS, FI/CO, or related modules
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field

Responsibilities

Analyze business requirements related to project planning, budgeting, cost management, resource allocation, and compliance
Configure and support SAP PS components and integrations with other modules such as FI/CO, FM, MM, SD, and HCM
Implement end‑to‑end project solutions that ensure accuracy, transparency, and regulatory adherence
Design and maintain project structures (WBS, networks, activities), approval workflows, settlement rules, and cost controls
Create functional specifications for enhancements, interfaces, forms, and reports
Troubleshoot system issues, perform root‑cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
Ensure data accuracy and compliance with organizational standards, audit requirements, and funding or grant regulations
Provide user training and develop documentation tailored for project managers, finance teams, and operational stakeholders
Support testing cycles (unit, integration, UAT) and lead change‑management activities
Stay current on SAP innovations related to Project Systems and adjacent modules