SAP Finance (FICO) Consultant

Our client is seeking an experienced SAP Finance (FICO) Consultant to join their team on a 12-month contract. This position is open to remote candidates but must adhere to 8am-5pm PT working hours. Candidates must be elligible to work in Canada.

Position Description:

• Lead the product roadmap of SAP S/4HANA Finance modules tailored for the utilities industry, covering General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Asset Accounting (AA), Controlling (CO), and Utility-specific financial processes.
• Analyze and document finance and regulatory compliance processes unique to utilities, such as tariff management, regulatory reporting, and cost recovery mechanisms.
• Collaborate closely with business and technical teams to align SAP configurations with industry-specific requirements including capital expenditure management, grants and subsidies accounting, and revenue recognition.
• Support the integration of SAP Finance with utility-specific modules like SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) to ensure seamless data flow and reporting.
• Provide expert guidance on SAP best practices in utilities finance, including asset lifecycle management, depreciation, and environmental accounting.
• Assist in regulatory compliance reporting requirements relevant to utilities (e.g., FERC, GAAP/IFRS, local utility commissions).
• Design and execute data migration strategies from legacy systems specific to the utilities sector.
• Conduct training and workshops for finance teams on SAP S/4HANA capabilities and utilities-specific financial processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve post-implementation issues, ensuring system stability and compliance.
• Keep abreast of SAP and utilities industry trends, incorporating new functionalities and tools into ongoing and future projects.

Position Requirements:

• A minimum seven (7) years of SAP implementation and support experience, which includes SAP project implementation, enhancement, and production support as well as integrating SAP with other enterprise applications.
• A minimum five (5) years of Program /Project Management, lead consultant, integration manager, or solution architecture experience in various industries.
• Strong knowledge of utilities finances processes including tariff and rate management, cost allocation, and regulatory reporting.
• Hands-on experience configuring SAP S/4HANA Finance modules and integrating with SAP IS-U.
• Understanding of industry regulations and compliance standards applicable to utilities.
• Experience with SAP Activate methodology and Fiori apps for finance preferred.
• Proven ability to analyze complex financial processes and provide solutions in a utilities context.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• SAP certification in S/4HANA Finance is required.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with asset-intensive industry financial management.
• Knowledge of environmental and sustainability accounting in utilities.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams including operations, regulatory affairs, and IT.
• Exposure to cloud-based SAP deployments.
• Desired experience with AI or UI innovations
• Reporting tool experience with narrative generation (eg. Workiva or equivalent)

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in today’s workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Minorities, women, LGBTQ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.