Accenture

SAP Project Systems (PS) Consultant

Accenture$86K — $176K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of hands-on SAP PS configuration experience; SAP S/4HANA experience strongly preferred
  • Proven expertise in SAP Progress Analysis, Milestone Trend Analysis (MTA), and Earned Value metrics
  • Strong understanding of Product Costing, FI/CO, MM, PP, and HCM/CATS for end-to-end project cost control
  • Familiarity with SAP Fiori applications and SAP Analytics Cloud
  • SAP PS Certification and/or Earned Value Professional (EVP) certification preferred
  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex financial and project data
  • Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical SAP configurations to non-technical business stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with SAP PS teams and clients to design and implement solutions, including WBS structures, Networks, Activities, and Milestones
  • Participate in architecture discussions, create design documentation, support testing cycles, and lead PS integration across Finance and Supply
  • Design and implement automated EVM solutions within SAP PS, including configuration of PV, EV, AC, SV, CV, SPI, and CPI
  • Configure Progress Analysis and progress versions; establish EAC and ETC forecasting models
  • Serve as an EVM subject matter expert (SME) and lead workshops on as-is and future-state processes
  • Create functional specifications, test plans, execute testing, and document results
  • Translate EVM and project management requirements into SAP functional and technical specifications

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
  • Generous paid time off including vacation and holidays
  • Professional development opportunities and training programs
  • Flexible work arrangements, including remote options
Full Job Description
The work
The SAP PS Consultant will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing SAP Project Systems solutions within complex, project-driven environments. Leveraging deep expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM), this role bridges project management principles with SAP technical execution to provide accurate tracking, forecasting, and performance measurement. The consultant will collaborate closely with SAP PS teams and clients, participate in solution architecture discussions, lead integration activities across Finance and Supply modules, and provide subject matter expertise in EVM best practices. Strong analytical capabilities, hands-on SAP experience, and the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly are essential for success in this role.

Key responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with SAP PS teams and clients to design and implement solutions, including WBS structures, Networks, Activities, and Milestones
  • Participate in architecture discussions, create design documentation, support testing cycles, and lead PS integration across Finance and Supply
  • Design and implement automated EVM solutions within SAP PS, including configuration of PV, EV, AC, SV, CV, SPI, and CPI
  • Configure Progress Analysis and progress versions; establish EAC and ETC forecasting models
  • Serve as an EVM subject matter expert (SME) and lead workshops on as-is and future-state processes
  • Create functional specifications, test plans, execute testing, and document results
  • Translate EVM and project management requirements into SAP functional and technical specifications
  • Partner with developers to build EVM dashboards and reports using SAC, Fiori, or SAP standard reporting
  • Provide insights to leadership regarding project cost/schedule performance and associated risks

Here's what you need:
  • 5-7 years of hands-on SAP PS configuration experience; SAP S/4HANA experience strongly preferred
  • Proven expertise in SAP Progress Analysis, Milestone Trend Analysis (MTA), and Earned Value metrics
  • Strong understanding of Product Costing, FI/CO, MM, PP, and HCM/CATS for end-to-end project cost control
  • Familiarity with SAP Fiori applications and SAP Analytics Cloud
  • SAP PS Certification and/or Earned Value Professional (EVP) certification preferred
  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex financial and project data
  • Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical SAP configurations to non-technical business stakeholders

Eligibility requirements:
  • Willingness to travel to client sites up to 25% per month
  • US Citizenship required
  • Ability to obtain a government security clearance


As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:

$86,400-$176,200 USD

About Accenture

Accenture plc is a multinational professional services company that provides services in strategy, consulting, digital, technology, and operations. The company has more than 537,000 employees serving clients in more than 120 countries. Accenture operates across five business segments: Communications, Media & Technology; Financial Services; Health & Public Service; Products; and Resources. The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, and has offices worldwide.
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