FICO Consultant

Syntax is a leading Managed Cloud Provider for Mission Critical Enterprise Applications and has been providing comprehensive technology solutions to businesses of all sizes since 1972. Syntax has undisputed strength to implement and manage ERP deployments (Oracle, SAP) in a secure and resilient private, public or hybrid cloud. With strong technical and functional consulting services, and world-class monitoring and automation, Syntax serves some of North America’s largest corporations across a diverse range of industries. Syntax has offices worldwide, and partners with Oracle, SAP, AWS, Microsoft, IBM and other global technology leaders.

Job Summary:
The SAP FICO Consultant plays a key role in defining financial and controlling processes within Syntax by designing, configuring, and supporting the SAP ecosystem. This position ensures that business objectives are achieved through effective system capabilities, contributing to both project implementations and ongoing operational success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage end-to-end SAP FICO implementations and enhancements.


• Analyze business requirements and translate them into effective SAP functional solutions within the Finance (FI) and Controlling (CO) modules.


• Configure core FI submodules including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Asset Accounting, Bank Accounting, Taxation, and DRC.


• Configure CO components such as Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, Internal Orders, Product Costing, and COPA.


• Ensure seamless integration with other SAP modules including Sales and Distribution (SD), Materials Management (MM), Production Planning (PP), and Human Resources (HR).


• Perform thorough system testing (unit, integration, and UAT) and provide support for issue resolution.


• Prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation including functional specifications, test scripts, process maps, and training materials.


• Collaborate with technical teams to develop reports, interfaces, enhancements, and custom developments (ABAP).


• Support month-end and year-end closing activities while identifying opportunities for continuous process improvement.


• Provide user training and post go-live support to business stakeholders.


• Act as a trusted advisor, guiding leadership on SAP FICO best practices and industry standards.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or a related field.


• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in SAP FICO configuration and support.


• Strong understanding of financial processes, accounting principles, and controlling practices.


• Experience with SAP ECC or S/4HANA (S/4HANA preferred).


• Good knowledge of integration with SD, MM, and other SAP modules.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAP FICO certification.


• Experience with S/4HANA Financials (Universal Journal, New Asset Accounting).


• Exposure to EDI, IDocs, and external financial interfaces.


• Basic knowledge of reporting tools such as Fiori, CDS Views, and BW/4HANA.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or a related field.


• SAP FICO Certification is an asset.

Why Syntax?

Become a part of our success story and work in a company with exciting innovation projects that are causing a stir across the industry. We recently launched one of the world's most advanced manufacturing facilities based on SAP S/4HANA Cloud and SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud for Execution - for Smart Press Shop, a pioneering joint venture between Porsche and forming specialist Schuler.  

• Competitive, above-average compensation


• Global tourist: With us, you can also work from abroad from time to time


• Flexible working time models, home office


• Attractive benefits, e.g. company pension scheme or various health offers


• A modern environment in which the "you" is part of it


• Open feedback culture, flat hierarchies and a motivated team


• Individual career planning with continuous training and coaching on the job

You see a personal challenge in this responsible task? Apply now - and become part of the SYNTAX team!

Syntax is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.