KDN SAP Project Manager FI/Backend

About the job KDN SAP Project Manager FI/Backend

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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