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Role Summary We are seeking an experienced SAP FICO Solution Architect to lead end-to-end solutioning and delivery for the incorporation of new entities, associated enterprise structure and business processes setup into SAP. The role spans solution design, configuration, integration, and data migration/cutover to ensure clean Balance Sheet & P&L openings, AP/AR open item carry-forward, and Asset Buy/Sell transfers. Scope covers GL, AP, AR, AA, CCA, PCA, PS, EIB, and compliance with e-invoicing requirements. Key Roles & Responsibilities • Own Record-to-Report architecture covering General Ledger, Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, and Project System. • Produce solution design documents, configuration rationales, and RICEFW specifications. • Establish new organizational structures including: Creation of company codes, business areas, profit centers, and cost centers aligned to group reporting standards. • Defining chart of accounts, fiscal year variants, currency settings, and ledger configurations for new entities. • Design and deliver customized solutions to meet complex business requirements. • Work closely with technical teams to develop, review, and optimize custom programs, enhancements, and interfaces. • Configure and implement: GL, AP, AR, Asset Management, FI-BL, Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, Project System, Electronic Intercompany Billing (EIB), Cost Allocation (assessment/distribution cycles), Planning & Budgeting (PCA/PS budgeting, AVAC). • Integrate with FSCM, MDG, EAM/PM, SD, BW/BCS, SAP JVA, Process Director/OpenText, CFIN, and EWM. • Own cutover strategy for Balance Sheet & P&L openings, AP/AR open items, Asset Buy/Sell transfers using LTMC/LTMOM, LSMW, IDocs, and BAPIs. • Ensure compliance with e-invoicing mandates and statutory reporting for AP/AR. • Lead E2E test strategy (Unit Testing, SIT, UAT), defect triage, and release management. • Act as primary design authority, run workshops, mentor consultants, and coordinate onsite/offshore delivery. • Gather and validate business requirements through workshops and stakeholder interactions, translate them into functional and technical specifications. • Champion change management and user adoption strategies during implementation and rollout.
Required Experience & Qualifications • 12+ years in SAP Finance, 5+ years as Solution Architect. • Prior experience in company code setup and end-to-end implementation of SAP projects. • Expertise in FI-CO configuration across GL, AP, AR, AA, BL, CCA, PCA, PS, EIB. • Strong knowledge of cost allocation, planning & budgeting, and e-invoice compliance. • Knowledge and experience of SAP Joint Venture Accounting will be an added advantage. • Proven experience in data migration and cutover. • SAP S/4HANA FICO certification required. • Experience in designing and implementing complex integration scenarios with FSCM, MDG, SD, BW/BCS, and third-party systems. • Strong understanding of SAP Activate methodology and ability to lead workshops and fit-to-standard sessions. • Hands-on experience with RICEFW objects and managing transport landscapes. • Expertise in compliance and audit requirements (IFRS/GAAP) and SoD controls. • Ability to mentor teams and manage stakeholder expectations across global implementations.
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