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SAP S/4 Finance Application Manager
Job Description
SAP S/4 Finance Application Manager
Technology
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced SAP Finance Application Manager to oversee and maintain smooth end-to-end technical support operations within the SAP S/4HANA Financial Systems platform. This role will also play a leading part in the design and delivery of new system solutions and major enhancements across SAP Finance and Procurement modules.
You will lead a team of technical experts while collaborating with business stakeholders, configuration specialists, developers, testers, and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless service delivery, strong governance, and top-quality client support.
Key Responsibilities
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Oversee day-to-day technical support operations within SAP S/4HANA Finance.
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Receive, assess, and allocate JIRA requests, driving delivery against agreed timelines.
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Manage periodic client alignment sessions for prioritisation, escalations, and delivery planning.
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Ensure adherence to release, incident, and change management procedures.
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Maintain compliance with audit requirements in user access and change management.
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Plan and execute periodic system upgrades and maintenance activities.
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Provide guidance and act as a support expert to system analysts on solution design.
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Drive solution architecture design for high-impact system requirements.
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Deliver recommendations and direction on SAP S/4HANA platforms, tools, and methodologies.
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Manage interactions with third-party contributors and service providers.
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Lead, support, and grow a team of SAP Finance technical specialists.
Qualifications & Knowledge
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Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
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ITIL Certification or similar.
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Advanced knowledge of SAP service delivery principles and planning deliverables.
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Technical knowledge of SAP S/4HANA on-premise FI, CO, PS, MM, SD, EAM, MDG.
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Knowledge of SAP Data Services and SAP Insurance Analyzer (advantageous).
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Familiarity with SAP ABAP and Fiori (advantageous).
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Understanding of both Waterfall and Agile methodologies.
Skills & Competencies
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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Proven ability to prioritise and deliver under strict deadlines.
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Ability to negotiate and influence stakeholders effectively.
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Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong client focus.
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Leadership ability with a track record of maintaining delivery momentum.
Experience Required
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Minimum 8 years’ experience in SAP service delivery.
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At least 5 years in technical support of SAP S/4HANA Finance applications.
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Involvement in at least 2 full-cycle SAP S/4HANA Finance or Procurement projects.
Personal Attributes
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Resilient and able to work effectively under pressure.
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Highly responsible and able to work independently.
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Self-motivated with strong time management skills.
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Strong team player with a delivery-focused mindset.
Why Join Us?
This role offers the opportunity to play a strategic leadership role in driving SAP Finance and Procurement solutions within a dynamic environment. You’ll gain exposure to cutting-edge SAP technologies while leading a team and influencing enterprise-level solutions.
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