SAP Finance Lead / Manager - Fi/Co + Activate Associate Director

Cobden & Carter International

  • Makati City, Metro Manila
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
  • Apply easily
Associate Director - SAP Finance LeadThis role requires deep expertise in SAP FI/CO, a strong grasp of finance transformation strategies, and proven experience leading large-scale SAP S/4HANA implementations. The ideal candidate will drive innovation, ensure delivery excellence, and inspire high-performing teams while engaging with senior stakeholders across global clientsKey Responsibilities
  • Lead and deliver SAP S/4HANA Finance transformation programs across diverse industries.
  • Define and execute finance strategies, solution architectures, and delivery roadmaps in line with Powered Enterprise methodologies.
  • Provide thought leadership on RISE with SAP, GROW with SAP, and SAP BTP solutions.
  • Partner with CXOs and senior stakeholders to shape digital finance transformation journeys.
  • Drive pre-sales, solutioning, and proposal development for strategic SAP engagements.
  • Manage large, distributed delivery teams, ensuring quality, timely delivery, and client satisfaction.
  • Facilitate executive workshops, blueprinting sessions, and design authority reviews.
  • Oversee the development of TO-BE process designs, functional specifications, and integration strategies.
  • Collaborate across SAP modules such as MM, SD, PP, and SuccessFactors to ensure seamless solutions.
  • Champion innovation through SAP Analytics Cloud, Group Reporting, and Central Finance.
  • Mentor and develop talent across all levels, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
Required Skills & Experience
  • 13+ years of experience inSAP FI/CO, with at least4 full-cycle S/4HANA implementations.
  • Proven leadership inFinance TransformationandSAP program delivery.
  • Deep expertise in: General Ledger (New GL) , Accounts Payable/Receivable , Asset Accounting ,Bank Accounting , Controlling (Cost Center, Profit Center, Internal Orders, CO-PA)
  • Strong understanding ofUniversal Journal (ACDOCA)andGroup Reporting.
  • Experience withSAP Central Finance,SAP BTP, andcloud deployment models.
  • Familiarity withSAP Activate methodology,agile delivery, andDevOps practices.
  • Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • SAP S/4HANA Finance Certification.
  • Experience inLife Sciences,Consumer Products, orFinancial Services.
  • Exposure toESG reporting,tax compliance, andglobal regulatory frameworks.
  • Knowledge ofAI/ML use cases in finance,predictive analytics, andprocess automation.
Educational Background
  • Bachelors or Masters degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or Business Administration.
Work Location: MakatiHybrid set-up

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