SAP FI Lead Consultant

Role Overview Lead the Finance functional stream within the Client’s S/4HANA programme and provide overall accountability for Finance design, build, testing, deployment and business adoption. This role is a workstream leadership role interacting directly with Finance executives and business stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead SAP FI delivery across the programme. Drive fit-to-standard workshops. Lead functional design decisions. Manage GL, AP, AR, Asset Accounting and New GL scope. Support IFRS 16, Advanced Financial Closing and Accrual Engine deployment. Support Group Reporting integration. Manage Finance defects and testing activities. Support Data Migration and Reconciliation. Drive UAT and business sign-offs. Lead Finance cutover readiness. Support Hypercare. Required Skills SAP FI SAP S/4HANA Finance Asset Accounting Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable General Ledger Bank Account Management IFRS Reporting Mandatory Experience 10+ years SAP FI. Minimum 3 SAP S/4HANA Finance implementations. Experience leading Finance workstreams. Financial Services industry experience. Large enterprise transformation experience. Leadership Expectations Manage functional consultants. Lead Finance Design Authority sessions. Engage with Finance executives and business leadership. Support governance forums and steering committees. Preferred Certifications SAP FI Certification. SAP S/4HANA Financial Accounting Certification. Desired Skills: Systems Analysis Complex Problem Solving Programming/configuration Critical Thinking Time Management