Senior SAP EPPM (Enterprise Portfolio and Project Management) SME - Remote

Senior SAP EPPM (Enterprise Portfolio and Project Management) SME - Remote some travel

We are seeking an SAP FICO - EPPM (Enterprise Portfolio and Project Management) SME(and/or construction accounting) to play a critical role in leading organizational transformation initiatives, guiding clients through the process of change of the ERP System to SAP S/4 HANA, and ensuring successful adoption of new strategies, processes, and technologies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in finance and EPM, coupled with strong leadership skills and a proven track record of driving successful change initiatives.

Full job description

It’s for a 3yrs contract L2-3 maintenance and support S/4 HANA.

This is a lead position and requires senior level candidates with 10yrs+.

We are seeking an experienced SAP FICO Lead with hands-on expertise in SAP Enterprise Portfolio and Project Management (EPPM) or a strong background in Construction Accounting. This role will lead the design, configuration, and deployment of finance and project systems within SAP to support enterprise-wide financial planning, project management, and operational efficiency.

This is a critical role interfacing with finance, operations, and project teams to ensure the SAP landscape supports both corporate financial objectives and project execution requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation and support of SAP FICO modules including GL, AP, AR, Asset Accounting, and Controlling.
  
• Drive SAP EPPM (or construction project accounting) processes related to budgeting, forecasting, WBS elements, and cost control.
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial systems with project and portfolio management processes.
  
• Configure and maintain integrations between SAP FICO and project systems (EPPM, PS, etc.).
  
• Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements, design solutions, and write functional specifications.
  
• Lead blueprinting, gap analysis, and end-to-end process design.
  
• Perform system testing, UAT coordination, and user training.
  
• Provide post-go-live support and drive continuous process improvement.
  
• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for finance and project-related SAP modules.
  

✅ Required Skills & Experience:

• 8-10+ years of experience in SAP FICO implementation and support.
  
• Proven leadership in at least 2 full-cycle implementation as SAP FICO Lead.
  
• Experience with SAP EPPM (Enterprise Portfolio and Project Management) OR solid knowledge of Construction Project Accounting.
  
• Expertise in core FICO modules: GL, AP, AR, AA, CO (Cost Centers, Internal Orders, Profit Centers, Product Costing).
  
• Strong knowledge of project systems integration with FICO.
  
• Excellent business process knowledge in project budgeting, cost tracking, and forecasting.
  
• Familiarity with SAP S/4HANA is a plus.
  
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  
• Ability to lead workshops, write documentation, and guide technical teams.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or related field.
  
• SAP Certification in FICO or Project Systems is a plus.
  
• Experience in the construction, engineering, or capital projects industry preferred.
  
• Familiarity with SAP PS (Project System) is a bonus.
  

Nice to Haves – Desired Education, Certifications, Skills, and Experience:

• Relevant certifications in change management, e.g., Prosci, ACMP