Senior SAP CO Process Expert

Job description

As a Senior SAP CO Process Expert, you will lead the design, implementation, and global rollout of SAP Controlling (CO) processes within a dynamic S/4HANA transformation. In this role, you’ll serve as a key consultant and implementation lead, driving cross-functional collaboration between Controlling, Finance, and adjacent business units such as Production, Logistics, and R&D. You'll also work closely with our U.S. and global teams during SAP system migrations from R/3 to S/4HANA. • Serve as a subject matter expert for SAP Controlling (CO) processes across global business units. • Lead the definition, documentation, and implementation of process templates and best practices. • Support process integration with adjacent domains including production, logistics, investments, and corporate finance. • Guide U.S. and global business entities through the SAP R/3 to S/4HANA migration. • Collaborate with corporate headquarters to ensure system alignment and data consistency. • Drive the successful global rollout of CO-related functionalities across regional and international locations. • Provide post-go-live support, continuous improvement recommendations, and user training. • Participate in broader IT transformation projects with a focus on finance and controlling systems. • Act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders, providing expert-level insights into SAP CO optimization. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field. 5+ years of experience working with SAP Controlling (CO). Experience in SAP S/4HANA implementations and/or SAP R/3 to S/4HANA migrations. Strong knowledge of SAP CO and integration with FI, MM, and PP modules. Experience supporting finance and controlling processes in a manufacturing environment. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. Experience working in cross-functional and international project teams. Fluent English communication skills. Willingness to travel internationally (10–20%). This position reports directly to the leadership team in Germany and requires close collaboration with global stakeholders. The role is part of a global SAP S/4HANA transformation and process standardization initiative. Work arrangement is currently under review and will be defined upon hire (either hybrid: 3 days onsite/2 days remote, or fully remote). Opportunity to lead global process improvement and SAP CO rollout projects across multiple regions. International travel may be required based on project needs (10–20%).