Solution Architect - SAP S/4 HANA Finance

Job type: Permanent
Job ref: 32551
Published: 13 days ago

Location: Dubai (Onsite)

Type: Permanent 

Start Date: ASAP

Job Summary

As the Solution Architect for SAP S/4 HANA Finance, you will lead the design, integration, and delivery of SAP S/4 HANA Finance solutions as part of a major transformation program.

You will collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure the solution aligns with business goals, architecture standards, and SAP best practices.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the implementation of SAP S/4 HANA Finance solutions, ensuring they meet business requirements and governance standards.

  • Manage cross-functional teams and external system integrators to ensure seamless project delivery.

  • Provide expert guidance on SAP S/4 HANA solution architecture, integration, and technical design.

  • Ensure alignment with the company’s technology strategy and finance processes.

  • Translate business needs into technical specifications, leading system configurations and integrations.

  • Collaborate with architecture teams to follow SAP S/4 HANA best practices.

  • Manage vendor and consultant relationships, ensuring timely and quality delivery.

  • Oversee SAP S/4 HANA integration with legacy systems, third-party applications, and other technologies.

  • Coordinate data migration efforts, ensuring secure, accurate data transfer.

  • Identify and resolve issues in data transformation related to legacy systems.

  • Ensure smooth cutover and release planning, clearly communicating process changes to the business.

Skills/Requirements

  • Hands-on experience in implementing SAP S/4 HANA Finance in a large organization is must.

  • Experience working in the Middle East is preferred.

  • Experience managing the procurement stream is desirable but not a primary requirement.

  • 8-10 years of experience in technology implementation and management, especially in large-scale transformation programs.

  • Expertise in SAP S/4 HANA Finance in design, deployment, testing, and support.

  • Strong understanding of finance processes and how SAP S/4 HANA supports them.

  • Proven experience leading large teams, including external vendors, with strong scope and budget management.

  • Excellent leadership and communication skills to work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

  • Its not required to have accounting/finance qualifications.