KDN SAP Project Manager FI/Backend

Role Summary:
We are looking for an experienced SAP Project Manager with a strong background in Finance to lead SAP S/4HANA Finance transformation projects. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SAP FI/CO, Group Reporting, and Financial Planning, combined with proven project management capabilities and familiarity with cloud transformation initiatives like RISE and GROW with SAP.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead end-to-end SAP Finance implementation projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and delivery.
Define project scope, timelines, and deliverables aligned with client financial transformation goals.
Manage cross-functional teams across SAP Finance modules and technical streams.
Drive project governance, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
Collaborate with CFOs, finance controllers, and IT teams to ensure alignment with business objectives.
Ensure adherence to SAP Activate methodology and agile delivery practices.
Oversee integration of Finance modules with S/4HANA and SAP BTP components.
Provide strategic input on leveraging RISE with SAP and GROW with SAP for cloud-based finance transformation.
Support pre-sales activities including solutioning, effort estimation, and proposal development.
Mentor junior consultants and project leads in Finance delivery excellence.

Required Skills:
10-12 years of experience in SAP, with at least 5 years in project management roles.
Strong functional understanding of SAP FI/CO, Group Reporting, and Financial Planning.
Proven experience in managing full-cycle SAP S/4HANA Finance implementations.
Familiarity with SAP Activate methodology and agile project delivery.
Experience with SAP BTP, SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), and SAP Cloud ALM.
Knowledge of financial processes including GL, AP, AR, Asset Accounting, and Consolidation.

Preferred Skills:
PMP, PRINCE2, or ACTIVATE certification.
SAP certification in FI/CO or S/4HANA Finance.
Exposure to SAP Signavio, SAP Datasphere, or SAP LeanIX.
Experience in managing hybrid delivery models and global rollouts.

Soft Skills:
Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Analytical thinking and problem-solving mindset.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive outcomes in a dynamic environment.

Work Setup

• Location: Makati
• Shift: Dayshift
• Work set-up: Hybrid
  

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