Manager - Lead Consultant - Digital Transformation - SAP - Project System

Manager, Digital Transformation (SAP EPPM, Project System)

In Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) within Assurance, we assist our clients to address the accounting, financial reporting and digital enablement challenges facing their business.  You will be part of a team that provides insight and services that accelerate digital and ERP enablement, analytics, decision-making and innovation to build a stronger and more efficient finance function. You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching.

We focus on helping solve client problems by offering both strategic and operational deep Finance and Accounting industry expertise. We pride ourselves on building long-lasting relationships with companies and organizations, to bring the best insights and solutions to help them tackle whatever critical issues they may face. Our FAAS practice currently focuses on several core sectors including Government, Health Industries, Consumer, and Industrial Products & Services. 

That is how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

The opportunity

This opportunity is within our digital transformation team, which provides advisory services focused on ERP enablement, SAP design and implementation, and quality assurance of ongoing implementation.

Key responsibilities

As a Manager, you will work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex business issues from strategy to execution.

In your role as a manager, you will be responsible for:

• Lead SAP Implementation as SAP EPPM/PS specialist.


• Lead solution design workshops and provide strategic direction aligned with business objectives


• Configure and customize SAP modules to meet specific business process requirements.


• Develop and maintain documentation, including business requirement document, business blueprints, Solution design documents, functional specifications, test scripts and training materials.


• Experience in training content tool like: Enable now.


• Experience in all testing cycle (Unit Testing, SIT, UAT).


• Having sound knowledge on Testing tool like: HP ALM, SOLMAN


• Hands-on experience on Data Migration/cutover data upload (BDC, LTMC, Migration Cockpit)


• Perform resource planning, utilization management, and performance reviews


• Build competency within the team through coaching and knowledge sharing

Skills and attributes for success 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Pro- activity, accountability, and results- driven people will flourish in this environment.


• Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources, and communicating effectively are key skills.


• Advanced written and verbal communication skills


• Dedicated, innovative, resourceful, analytical, and able to work under pressure.


• Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-oriented work environment.


• This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic.

To qualify for the role, you must have.

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject such as finance, accounting, engineering,


• SAP Certification in the Enterprise Portfolio and Project Management-EPPM/Project System-PS


• Minimum of 10+ plus years of relevant experience in SAP with consulting and or system integrators


• Should have minimum 5+ end to end project Implementations in SAP EPPM/PS on the latest SAP S4 HANA versions in ERP enabled finance transformation projects


• Hands-on experience in SAP Project System for Portfolio Management, Project prioritization and capacity planning, Financial and resource planning, Project Overview, Planned Cost, Planned Revenue, Budgeting, Materials, Actual Cost, Actual Revenue, Period End Activities


• Integration knowledge with other core modules like Finance - Asset Accounting, Investment Management, CAT, CO, MM, SD, HCM, REFX, FIORI apps


• Excellent documentation skills, preference will be given with Big 4 experience


• Established track record of business development, practice management and team development


• Strong working experience in SAP ASAP, Activate Methodologies


• Strong technical skills and recognized cautious risk management ability


• Deep understanding of the client's industry and marketplace


• Flexibility and willingness to travel on short notice, as necessary

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Track record of strong consulting background


• Experience with GCC based clients


• Extensive professional knowledge and sector knowledge


• Commercially driven


• Strong stakeholder management skills in understanding strategic direction and being able to convert into cohesive change management strategy and plans


• Desire to build / develop a career in advising our clients with organizational wide improvements and industry insight


• Strong interest and commitment to understanding and developing leading edge finance solutions to our industry clients


• Ability to develop client opportunities and identify market growth opportunities


• Ability to support the business development cycle in the system

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

We are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand-new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.


• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.


• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.


• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.