Full Job Description
We are looking for a Senior SAP Functional Expert - Finance & Controlling (FICO) with deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA Finance to lead our financial transformation initiatives.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with S/4HANA innovations (Universal Journal, Advanced Financial Closing, Central Finance, Group Reporting), strong knowledge of finance and controlling processes, and a passion for modernizing financial systems to enable real-time insights and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the design, configuration, and optimization of SAP S/4HANA Finance (FI and CO modules) across global entities.
• Translate complex finance and controlling business requirements into scalable S/4HANA solutions aligned with SAP Best Practices.
• Drive the implementation of key S/4HANA innovations: Universal Journal (ACDOCA), New Asset Accounting, Margin Analysis (CO-PA), Advanced Financial Closing, Group Reporting / Consolidation, Central Finance (CFin)
• Define and deliver functional specifications for custom developments, interfaces (APIs, BAPIs), and Fiori applications.
• Manage integration between Finance and other S/4HANA modules: MM, SD, PP, PS
• Support finance transformation initiatives: shared services, IFRS compliance, entity harmonization, faster close, real-time reporting.
• Lead and participate in key phases: blueprinting, configuration, testing, training, mi-gration, cutover, and hyper care.
• Collaborate with finance leadership, auditors, and IT architects to ensure system com-pliance, performance, and scalability.
• Mentor and coach junior consultants and business users in S/4HANA Finance process-es.
• Contribute during presales process and business growth.
Qualifications
• 10+ years of SAP FICO experience, including at least 3+ years on SAP S/4HANA Finance.
• Deep functional expertise in SAP FI (GL, AP, AR, Asset Accounting, Banking) and CO (Cost Center Accounting, Internal Orders, Product Costing, Profitability Analysis).
• Proven experience delivering S/4HANA Finance projects (migration, greenfield, or brownfield).
• Excellent understanding of financial reporting standards (IFRS/GAAP), closing process-es, and tax/legal compliance.
• Solid integration knowledge with logistics, manufacturing, and HR modules.
• Expertise in writing Functional Specifications (FS), configuration documents, and test scenarios.
• Strong communication and business engagement skills at senior stakeholder level.
Additional Information
Why Join Sopra Steria Canada?
Sopra Steria Canada is proud to be certified as a "Great Place to Work" 2026, a recognition that reflects our commitment to creating an inspiring, supportive, and people-first environment where every employee can thrive.
What you can look forward to:
• Competitive compensation
• A comprehensive, fully covered benefits package designed with your well-being in mind:
life insurance,
long-term disability,
health, dental, and vision coverage,
plus a health spending account for additional flexibility.
Sopra Steria covers 100% of premiums, so you can focus on growing your career with total peace of mind.
• Generous paid time off, including sick leave, personal days, and 3 weeks of vacation to recharge and take care of what matters most.
• A monthly transportation allowance, making your commute smoother and more affordable.
• Excellent learning, development, and career advancement opportunities, backed by active support to help you strengthen your skills. You'll grow within a company culture that is caring, collaborative, and genuinely inclusive.
• A hybrid work environment that offers the best of both flexibility and connection.
• All the equipment you need to stay productive and perform at your best from day one.