We are seeking an experienced Principal level
SAP FICO Lead Functional Consultant
to support a critical SAP finance initiative within a Bio Pharma company. Must have excellent comm skills and knowledge of working on RFP's and building presentations and presenting to executives. This role will partner with finance and IT teams
to deliver configuration, enhancements, specializing in SCM for Pharma company implementation and support across core financial processes.

Key Responsibilities

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  Lead SAP FICO
  configuration, enhancement, and support activities
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  Work directly with business stakeholders to gather and translate
  financial requirements
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  Configure and support:
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    General Ledger (GL)
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    Accounts Payable (AP)
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    Accounts Receivable (AR)
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    Asset Accounting (AA)
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    Cost Center Accounting (CCA)
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    Profit Center Accounting (PCA)
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  Support
  financial close processes
  (month-end/year-end)
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  Develop functional specs and collaborate with
  ABAP teams
  on RICEFW objects
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  Ensure
  integration with PMMO, PP, MM, SD, and other SAP modules
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  Participate in
  testing, data validation, and user support
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  Troubleshoot production issues and provide timely resolution

Required Qualifications

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  5-10+ years of hands-on
  SAP FICO functional experience
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  Strong configuration experience in
  GL, AP, AR, and Asset Accounting
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  Experience with
  SAP ECC and/or S/4HANA Finance
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  At least
  3-4 full lifecycle SAP implementations
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  Strong understanding of
  core accounting principles and financial processes
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  Proven ability to work with
  business stakeholders and cross-functional teams

Compliance in Pharmaceuticals industry(Important to know and have)

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  U.S. Citizenship required
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  Experience working in FDA and Pharma
  environments
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  Ability to comply with

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  rements will not be considered)

Preferred Qualifications

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  Experience with
  SAP S/4HANA implementations or migrations
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  Exposure to
  defense, aerospace, or regulated industries
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  Experience with
  financial reporting tools (Fiori, SAC, BW)
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  Background supporting
  audit or compliance-driven environments

Soft Skills

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  Strong communication and stakeholder engagement
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  Ability to lead requirements sessions and workshops
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  Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
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  Able to operate independently in fast-paced environments

Requirements