Design and implement scalable S/4HANA finance architecture and FPSL subledger/ledger solutions. Ensure end-to-end data flow to the Universal Journal, optimize performance and batch processing, own Result Data Layer and Subledger Journal components, align technical solutions with accounting, mentor junior staff, and drive reliability, auditability, and fast financial close processes.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement scalable financial architecture using SAP S/4HANA General Ledger and SAP Fioneer FPSL (Financial Products Subledger).
- Experience in end-to-end data flow from source systems to the Universal Journal (ACDOCA), ensuring data integrity across Multi-GAAP ledgers.
- Work with accounting and finance to align technical solutions with accounting requirements.
- Bring structure to ambiguous regulatory requirements through sound engineering judgment and deep understanding of the subledger/ledger architecture.
- Own critical components of the Result Data Layer (RDL) and Subledger Journal, driving performance, reliability, and auditability.
- Mentor junior engineers and functional consultants, elevating team standards through design reviews and technical leadership in ABAP and HANA modeling.
- Uphold best practices in system performance tuning, batch processing, and integration logic, ensuring the financial close process is fast and reliable.
What You Bring
- 10+ years of professional experience in SAP Finance implementation and development.
- Proven experience with a solid foundation in S/4HANA Finance (FI/CO) and SAP Fioneer FPSL (or its predecessor, SAP Bank Analyzer/sAFI).
- Technical understanding of the FPSL architecture, including SDL (Source Data Layer), RDL (Result Data Layer), and the CVPM framework.
- Proficiency in ABAP for custom process steps and SAP HANA Native SQL / CDS Views for high-performance data modeling.
- Solid background in General Ledger configuration, including Document Splitting, Parallel Ledgers, and the Universal Journal.
- Experience with integration patterns for high-volume financial data (e.g., loading data via API or ETL tools into the FPSL interface).
- Familiarity with financial accounting standards (IFRS, GAAP) and how they translate into technical posting logic.
- Full ownership mindset—configuring, testing, and validating accounting logic to ensure financial accuracy.
- Strong collaboration skills, with experience working across Accounting, IT, and Finance teams.
Added bonus if you have
- Experience working in Banking or Insurance sectors dealing with various financial instruments or warranty policies.
- Exposure to SAP PaPM (Profitability and Performance Management) or SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) for reporting.
- Familiarity with BTP and BDC technologies (e.g., Cloud ALM, Integration Suite, and Datasphere) for pre-processing data before it hits the SAP landscape.
- Certification in SAP S/4HANA Finance or SAP Fioneer solutions.
Compensation, Benefits and Duration
Minimum Compensation: USD 44,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 156,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full-time employees.
This position is available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post
Photon New York, New York, USA Office
New York, United States
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