SAP Proposal to Reward (P2R) Process Architect / Lead

Accenture Federal Services•Washington, DC

17h

About The Position

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward! The work: The SAP Proposal to Reward Process Architect will lead the S/4HANA Proposal to Reward (P2R) Functional Business Process capability for the organization, specifically focused on Federal Grants Management (Grantor). Develops and implements an S/4HANA solution design that manages the end-to-end Grantor lifecycle: from the creation of funding opportunities and receipt of grant proposals to technical evaluation, committee review, and formal award obligation. Works with key stakeholders to understand federal mandates, design business processes for merit-based selection, and provide S/4HANA technology solutions that integrate with Funds Management (FM) and US Federal Accounting. Leads the build and ongoing maintenance of the process capability. The SAP Functional Lead is responsible for leading complex business and system analysis, design, and testing.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in SAP project management, demonstrating a deep understanding of SAP S/4HANA Public Sector and Grants Management (GM) modules
Proven leadership skills, with a track record of successfully managing federal grant cycles or large-scale financial assistance programs
In-depth knowledge of delivery methodologies and practices (e.g., Agile, Scrum)
Proficiency in project planning, resource allocation, and risk management specific to federal fiscal year-end deadlines and statutory reporting
Ability to align SAP P2R project goals with broader agency objectives, such as reducing improper payments and improving grant accessibility
Experience in mentoring and developing team members to enhance their functional configuration and federal accounting knowledge
US Citizen (no dual citizenship)
Must be eligible to obtain a government Secret Clearance
Willingness to travel up to 25%

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement, such as implementing automated interfaces with Grants.gov or SAM.gov
Familiarity with SAP tools and technologies (e.g., S/4HANA, BRFplus, and Fiori), as well as a commitment to staying updated on federal technology trends
Bachelor's degree in a related field

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate functional team activities across Grantee Management, Program Management, Proposal Evaluation, and Award Obligation workstreams
Provide guidance and direction to the functional team, ensuring alignment with Federal Budgetary Ledger (FBL) requirements and the Universal Journal (ACDOCA)
Oversee the implementation of SAP Grantor solutions, ensuring they meet business requirements for federal compliance (e.g., DATA Act reporting, SF-424 forms, and 2 CFR 200)
Collaborate with stakeholders (Grant Officers and Program Managers) to define project scope, timelines, and deliverables, focusing on the transparency and auditability of the award process
Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, utilizing SAP Fiori to streamline the reviewer experience and provide real-time dashboards on "Obligated vs. Outlaid" funds
Monitor and report on project progress, identifying and mitigating risks related to the migration of legacy grant data and complex multi-year funding structures
Ensure adherence to Accenture delivery methodology, promoting efficient and effective project delivery
Facilitate communication between teams, ensuring seamless integration between P2R and the Budget to Report (B2R) team for fund availability checks and Procure to Pay (P2P) for related contract actions
Mentor and develop team members, promoting skill growth in areas like Public Sector Management (PSM), Funds Management (FM), and Business Rule Framework plus (BRFplus) for automated eligibility scoring
Stay informed about SAP updates (such as SAP Tax and Revenue Management or Public Sector Collection and Disbursement) and federal industry best practices to drive continuous improvement