SAP FICO Program Manager

Job Summary :
We are looking for a highly experienced SAP FICO Program Manager (G8 level) to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale SAP S/4HANA Finance or ECC FICO implementations. This role demands strong leadership, domain expertise in SAP FICO (including submodules like AR, AP, AA, GL, CO, CO-PA), and proven experience managing cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities :

• Own and lead the full lifecycle of SAP Finance transformation programs-from project scoping through to delivery and post-go-live support.

• Define program strategy, roadmap, and milestones aligned with business goals.

• Manage a team of SAP consultants across FICO, SD, MM, and technical tracks.

• Oversee project governance, risk management, resource planning, and stakeholder communication.

• Ensure budget control, on-time delivery, and quality compliance across all workstreams.

• Interface with business leaders and IT teams to ensure business process alignment.

• Drive fit-gap analysis, solution design, and integration strategies with modules like SD, MM, and CO-PA.

• Coordinate with offshore teams, vendors, and partners as needed.

Required Skills & Experience :

• 12+ years of experience in SAP, with 7+ years in SAP FICO.

• 4+ years of experience in a Project/Program Management role in SAP environment.

• Strong understanding of FICO submodules : GL, AP, AR, Asset Accounting, Cost Center, Internal Orders, CO-PA.

• Hands-on or past experience in S/4HANA Finance implementations is a must.

• Expertise in leading global rollouts, greenfield/brownfield implementations, and finance transformation programs.

• Experience in stakeholder management, executive communication, and escalation handling.

• Familiarity with Agile, SAP Activate, or Waterfall methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications :

• PMP or Prince2 certification

• SAP S/4HANA Certification (Finance/Controlling)

• Experience with tools like JIRA, MS Project, Solution Manager

• Domain exposure to manufacturing, retail, or utilities is a plus