Associate Director - Solutions Architect - Finance

Role Overview

We are looking for a visionary and accomplished SAP Finance Practice Lead to join our leadership team as an Associate Director. This role demands deep expertise in SAP FI/CO, a strong understanding of finance transformation strategies, and the ability to lead large-scale SAP S/4HANA implementation programs. The ideal candidate will drive innovation, shape delivery excellence, and mentor high-performing teams while engaging with senior stakeholders across global clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee SAP S/4HANA Finance transformation programs across multiple industries.
• Define and drive finance strategy, solution architecture, and delivery roadmaps aligned with Powered Enterprise methodologies.
• Provide thought leadership on RISE with SAP, GROW with SAP, and SAP BTP offerings.
• Engage with CXOs and senior stakeholders to shape digital finance transformation journeys.
• Lead pre-sales, solutioning, and proposal development for strategic SAP opportunities.
• Manage large delivery teams across geographies, ensuring quality, timelines, and client satisfaction.
• Conduct executive-level workshops, blueprinting sessions, and design authority reviews.
• Guide the creation of TO-BE process designs, functional specifications, and integration strategies.
• Oversee cross-functional collaboration with SAP modules like MM, SD, PP, and SuccessFactors.
• Drive innovation through SAP Analytics Cloud, Group Reporting, and Central Finance.
• Mentor and develop consultants across levels, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.

Required Skills & Experience

• 13+ years of experience in SAP FI/CO, with at least 4 full-cycle S/4HANA implementations.
• Proven leadership in Finance Transformation and SAP program delivery.
• Deep expertise in:
• General Ledger (New GL)
• Accounts Payable/Receivable
• Asset Accounting
• Bank Accounting
• Controlling (Cost Center, Profit Center, Internal Orders, CO-PA)
• Strong understanding of Universal Journal (ACDOCA) and Group Reporting.
• Experience with SAP Central Finance, SAP BTP, and cloud deployment models.
• Familiarity with SAP Activate methodology, agile delivery, and DevOps practices.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP S/4HANA Finance Certification.
• Experience in Life Sciences, Consumer Products, or Financial Services.
• Exposure to ESG reporting, tax compliance, and global regulatory frameworks.
• Knowledge of AI/ML use cases in finance, predictive analytics, and process automation.

Educational Background

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or Business Administration.

Work Setup:

Shift: Dayshift

Setup: Hybrid

Location: Makati

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