Senior SAP Functional Expert – FICO

Sopra Steria•Kinston, NC

14h•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior SAP Functional Expert – Finance & Controlling (FICO) with deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA Finance to lead and support key financial transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate combines strong functional knowledge of finance and controlling processes with hands-on experience in S/4HANA innovations, enabling real-time insights, streamlined operations, and scalable financial solutions.

Requirements

10+ years of SAP FICO experience, including at least 3+ years on SAP S/4HANA Finance
Proven experience delivering S/4HANA Finance implementations (greenfield, brownfield, or system conversions)
Strong functional expertise across SAP FI (GL, AP, AR, Asset Accounting, Banking) and CO (Cost Center Accounting, Internal Orders, Product Costing, Profitability Analysis)
Solid understanding of financial processes, including closing, reporting, and compliance (IFRS/GAAP, tax regulations)
Experience designing and validating functional specifications, configurations, and test scenarios
Strong integration knowledge with logistics, manufacturing, and project systems modules
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders
Proven ability to work in cross-functional and international environments

Nice To Haves

SAP S/4HANA certification is an asset

Responsibilities

Lead the design, configuration, and optimization of SAP S/4HANA Finance (FI/CO) solutions across global entities
Partner with finance stakeholders to translate complex business requirements into scalable, best-practice S/4HANA solutions
Drive the implementation of key S/4HANA capabilities, including: Universal Journal (ACDOCA), New Asset Accounting, Margin Analysis (CO-PA), Advanced Financial Closing, Group Reporting / Consolidation, Central Finance (as applicable)
Define and deliver functional specifications for enhancements, interfaces (APIs/BAPIs), and Fiori applications
Ensure seamless integration with other SAP modules (MM, SD, PP, PS)
Support finance transformation initiatives such as shared services, IFRS compliance, entity harmonization, accelerated close cycles, and real-time reporting
Lead key project phases, including design, configuration, testing, data migration, cutover, and hypercare
Collaborate with finance leadership, auditors, and IT teams to ensure system compliance, performance, and scalability
Provide mentorship and functional guidance to junior consultants and business users
Contribute to pre-sales activities and support business development efforts