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DXC Technology · 1 month ago

SAP Functional Architect – Financial & Controlling Expert

USA - VA - ASHBURN

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

DXC Technology helps global companies run their mission-critical systems and operations while modernizing IT. They are seeking a Senior SAP S/4HANA Financial Controlling Solution Architect to design and govern end-to-end financial solutions for project-driven businesses, ensuring financial transparency and robust cost control.

AnalyticsConsultingInformation TechnologyInsurTechOutsourcingSecuritySoftware Engineering

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end solution architecture and design for SAP S/4HANA Finance and Controlling, with a specialized focus on project-based engineering, manufacturing, and service/warranty environments

Translate complex business requirements from Finance, Controlling, and Project Management stakeholders into a robust, scalable, and standardized S/4HANA solution

Serve as the foremost subject matter expert for project-related financial topics, including the design and implementation of both valuated and non-valuated project stock scenarios

Architect the controlling and costing flows for Project Manufacturing Management and Optimization (PMMO), ensuring accurate cost distribution from grouped stock to individual projects

Design and implement sophisticated project cost planning solutions using Easy Cost Planning (ECP), including the use of multiple CO versions for scenario planning and analysis

Provide strategic guidance on migrations from legacy SAP ECC systems, particularly for clients utilizing Grouping, Pegging, and Distribution (GPD)

Develop and maintain architectural blueprints, solution designs, and governance standards, championing a "standard-first" approach to minimize customization and technical debt

Lead design workshops, resolve complex architectural challenges, and provide expert guidance to cross-functional teams

Effectively communicate complex financial and technical concepts to senior leadership to build consensus and drive strategic decision-making

Mentor junior architects and contribute to pre-sales activities, including solutioning, estimation, and proposal development

Act as the primary technical authority for revenue recognition processes within SAP. Architect and configure solutions to ensure compliance with IFRS 15/ASC 606 standards

Qualification

SAP S/4HANA FICOSolution ArchitectureProject Cost PlanningFinancial TransparencyProduct CostingMaterial LedgerProfitability AnalysisEasy Cost PlanningAnalytical Problem-SolvingCommunication SkillsLeadership Skills

Required

A minimum of 10 -15 years of experience in SAP FICO implementation, with a deep focus on Controlling (CO)

A minimum of 5 years in a Solution Architect or Lead Consultant role, with a proven track record of designing large-scale SAP financial solutions

Demonstrated experience leading the FICO solution design for at least two full-cycle SAP S/4HANA implementations in a project-based manufacturing environment

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, or a related discipline

Expert-level, hands-on configuration and solution design experience in Product Costing (CO-PC), Material Ledger (ML), and Profitability Analysis (CO-PA). Advanced CO-PA is preferable

Deep expertise in designing and implementing solutions for both valued and non-valued project stock, including the end-to-end costing and accounting flows

Proven experience with the controlling and cost distribution aspects of SAP PMMO and a strong understanding of its predecessor, GPD

Demonstrated ability to configure and utilize Easy Cost Planning (ECP) with multiple CO versions for complex project planning scenarios

Strong understanding of the integration points between FICO and other core modules, particularly Project Systems (PS), Materials Management (MM), and Production Planning (PP)

Current SAP S/4HANA certifications in Finance are highly preferred