Sr. Advisor, Financial Systems

What Financial Operating Systems (FOS) contributes to Cardinal Health

Finance oversees the accounting, tax, financial plans and policies of the organization, establishes and maintains fiscal controls, prepares and interprets financial reports, oversees financial systems and safeguards the organization's assets.

Financial Operating Systems (FOS) team is responsible for overseeing the design, modification, installation and maintenance of accounting and financial systems to ensure the accuracy of financial transactions.

• Partners with Finance, Business Units and Enterprise IT (EIT) to analyze and recommend effective solutions to meet business needs. Solutions may include business process changes, system or reporting changes and/or training
• Demonstrates knowledge of finance principles and financial systems, as well as Cardinal Health finance and business policies, processes and procedures.
• Provides end-user support (Level 2) for the financial systems. Manages and resolves incoming tickets and appropriately routes to EIT when needed
• Consistently implements, executes and tests departmental Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance frameworks and financial reporting controls
• Acts as Subject Matter Expert and liaison between EIT and the Business Units on projects and special assignments to articulate business requirements. Also translates the requirements into functional specifications and recommends solutions

Responsibilities

• Be a part of a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee daily operations and ensure stability of multiple SAP environments, including SAP S/4HANA and SAP ECC.
• Manage and deliver complex projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance (Accounting, FP&A, AR, AP, RNI, Tax, Treasury), operational business teams, master data teams, and IT partners across global locations.
• Identify project milestones, gather business requirements, review functional specifications, assess solution design, and ensure integration across SAP modules.
• Validate SAP FICO configurations and ensure functional coverage across general ledger, accounts receivable/payable, cash/bank management, master data, product costing, inventory valuation, and integration with OTC, PTP, and Vistex.
• Design, develop, and execute testing strategies; support deployment, training and cutover activities for SAP financial solutions.
• Facilitate stakeholder alignment sessions, design reviews, and solution workshops.
• Rationalize SAP design decisions to address Finance business needs and opportunities for simplification.
• Create, troubleshoot, and optimize financial reports to meet business requirements.
• Leverage automation and technology to improve financial processes.
• Maintain oversight of financial month-end activities such as period openings/closings, job monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls, support control design, strengthening and testing.
• Provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership and clear direction to team members.
• Demonstrate strong follow-through, decision-making, and multitasking capabilities.
• Uphold values of integrity, inclusiveness, accountability, and a mission-driven approach in all responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, preferred
• 6+ years of relevant experience in financial systems or SAP finance roles, preferred
• Deep expertise in SAP FI/CO and finance functional processes
• Strong understanding of finance process integration with OTC, PTP (preferred)
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Expected Behaviors and Competencies

• Participates in policy and procedure development to drive departmental goals
• Ensures compliance with operational guidelines and standards
• Demonstrates advanced SAP FI/CO solution design, configuration, and testing capabilities
• Provides expert-level support during SAP implementation and enhancement projects, with a focus on customer service, training, internal controls, and data governance
• Encourages informed risk-taking and fosters innovation, generating creative and sustainable solutions
• Adapts priorities based on internal and external business needs and strategic goals.
• Influences others effectively, especially in sensitive or complex situations
• Communicates clearly and professionally across all levels, simplifying complex SAP and business concepts for diverse audiences
• Demonstrates strong influencing