SAP Finance Lead Architect

The employer is a global biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies for serious diseases. It combines scientific research with advanced technology to deliver impactful treatments and improve patient outcomes worldwide. The industry is Technology & Telecoms with a focus on ERP.

• 8+ years of experience in SAP Finance / Finance Technology.
• Proven leadership experience (teams, global projects, or programs).
• Strong expertise in SAP S/4HANA (FI), including General Ledger, Intercompany Accounting, Month-end close, Fixed Assets, Tax/VAT, Statutory Reporting.
• Strong understanding of EMEA localization (e.g., VAT, SAF-T, KSeF).
• Experience working with global templates and regional rollouts.
• Strong cross-functional knowledge (FI-CO, MM, SD, Treasury).
• Experience in SAP implementations and system enhancements.
• Ability to perform fit-gap analysis and design solutions.
• Understanding of internal controls, SOX, and data governance.

Nice to have:

• Experience with tools like BlackLine, Kyriba, or tax systems.

• Define SAP Finance architecture and standards (General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Intercompany, Tax, Reporting).
• Lead SAP FI solutions end-to-end (design, configuration, integration, enhancements).
• Ensure compliance with tax and regulatory requirements across EMEA.
• Drive process improvements and implement strong internal controls (SOX, audit readiness).
• Partner closely with business stakeholders (Finance, Tax, Treasury, FP&A, Supply Chain).
• Own and execute the SAP Finance roadmap, including global and regional rollouts.
• Improve user experience and ensure business value delivery.
• Monitor trends (AI, RPA, analytics) and introduce innovation.
• Lead and develop the SAP Finance team.
• Manage external vendors and delivery quality.