SAP FI Project/Program Manager – Finance ( Contract role )
We are seeking a strategic leader to drive finance technology transformation by managing a portfolio of digital initiatives. This role partners with senior finance and technology stakeholders to shape and execute a digital roadmap, ensuring measurable business impact.
About the Company & Transformation Journey
Our client, a global industry leader, is embarking on a finance transformation underpinned by SAP S/4HANA and a suite of complementary digital solutions. The goal is to enhance operational efficiency, improve transparency, and deliver end-to-end process excellence.
The Global Digital & Technology team plays a central role in this transformation—shaping strategy, managing project portfolios, driving adoption, and delivering business value.
Your Role & Responsibilities
* Develop and manage a portfolio of finance technology projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivering measurable value.
* Build trusted relationships with finance leadership, ensuring digital initiatives support business priorities.
* Lead the adoption and optimization of SAP S/4HANA, integrating surrounding technologies to enhance financial processes.
* Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of digital finance initiatives, ensuring effective adoption and continuous improvement.
* Work closely with global digital, IT, and business teams to drive seamless execution of transformation programs.
* Bring external trends and best practices into the organization to optimize finance operations and future-proof digital capabilities.
* Lead, mentor, and develop an international, high-performing team to drive successful digital execution.
What Success Looks Like:
* Strong collaboration and alignment with business priorities.
* Digital solutions that align with Finance needs and deliver tangible value.
* Teams inspired to work cross-functionally towards common goals.
* A well-connected roadmap integrating digital and business initiatives.
* Continuous learning from industry trends to drive innovation.
Your Background & Expertise
* 10+ years in technology leadership, preferably in Finance and manufacturing.
* Experience in large-scale digital transformation, ERP (SAP S4 Hana - must ), and IT operations.
* Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.
* Proven ability to lead teams and promote collaboration.
* Language:
English
Hybrid role - 3 days on-site and 2 days remote