OPEN: SAP Functional Consultant – Finance

We are currently requesting resumes for the following position:  SAP Functional Consultant – Finance

Resume Due Date: Monday, August 25, 2025 (5:00PM EST)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Level:  Senior

Duration:  24 Months

Hours of work:  35 Hours per week

Location: 700 University Ave, Toronto – CHQ

Work Mode: Hybrid 2 days remote

Job Overview

• As an SAP Functional Consultant – Finance at our client, this role plays a mission-critical part in the implementation and continuous optimization of SAP Finance solutions.
• Collaboration with business stakeholders, solution architects, and technical teams ensures the translation of business requirements into effective SAP processes that align with the Strategic Transformation Roadmap (STR).
• Expertise in SAP Finance will help drive process excellence, compliance, and business value across all finance functions.

Key Responsibilities

SAP Finance Solution Delivery

• Leads the design, configuration, and deployment of SAP Finance modules (FI/CO, Asset Accounting, Accounts Payable/Receivable, etc.) to support business objectives.
• Analyzes and translates business requirements into SAP-enabled solutions, ensuring robust process alignment and integration with other SAP and non-SAP systems.
• Develops functional specifications for enhancements, reports, interfaces, conversions, and workflows.
• Supports data migration, data validation, and reconciliation activities for finance-related objects.
• Collaborates with technical teams on solution integration, custom developments, and troubleshooting.

Business Process Optimization & Stakeholder Engagement

• Conducts fit-gap analysis, process mapping, and solution prototyping to optimize finance-related processes.
• Facilitates workshops, training, and knowledge transfer sessions for end users and business process owners.
• Ensures finance processes are compliant with internal controls, regulatory requirements, and governance standards.
• Provides expert guidance on SAP best practices, configuration, and change management for finance operations.

Project Management & Agile Delivery

• Works closely with project managers, scrum masters, and cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of finance workstreams.
• Participates in agile ceremonies, project planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborates with architects, developers, and business analysts to deliver high-quality solutions that meet business needs.
• Supports testing, defect resolution, and cutover planning for SAP Finance modules.

Continuous Learning & Thought Leadership

• Stays current with SAP S/4HANA Finance innovations, industry trends, and emerging technologies.
• Shares insights, best practices, and lessons learned within the SAP and finance communities.
• Demonstrates initiative and a self-driven attitude in identifying opportunities for process improvement and driving project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in SAP Finance (FI/CO) functional consulting, including configuration, implementation, and support.
• Proven experience with SAP S/4HANA Finance or ECC FI/CO modules, including integration with other SAP and third-party systems.
• Strong understanding of finance business processes (GL, AP, AR, AA, Controlling, etc.) and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience with SAP Activate methodology and agile frameworks (such as Scrum or Kanban).
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team player in cross-functional, agile project teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• SAP Finance certification(s) are highly desirable.
• Experience with SAP Fiori, SAP Analytics, and SAP data migration tools is considered an asset.

Key Competencies

• Expertise in SAP Finance modules (FI/CO, Asset Accounting, etc.).
• Mindset focused on business process analysis and optimization.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication abilities.
• Capabilities in agile delivery and project management.
• Self-driven with a strong sense of initiative.
• Awareness of governance, risk, and compliance practices.
• Experience collaborating with utility experts and ERP teams.
• Commitment to continuous learning and sharing of knowledge.