SAP S/4HANA Document and Reporting Compliance (DRC) Consultant – FI/Tax

Summary

We are seeking a specialized SAP S/4HANA DRC Consultant with a robust foundation in Financial Accounting (FI) to lead the configuration and implementation of Document and Reporting Compliance solutions. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate tax reporting, seamless integration with financial modules, and adherence to regional regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will leverage deep expertise in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and tax code management to drive successful deployments of SAP DRC Cloud and on-premise configurations, serving as a key liaison between technical teams, tax authorities, and auditors.

Location: Pan India

Experience: 8-13 Years

Responsibilities

• Leverage extensive SAP FI experience to configure and support Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, tax codes, and withholding tax processes.
• Execute configuration, data mapping, XML generation, and error resolution for SAP S/4HANA DRC, including integration with SAP DRC Cloud.
• Lead or support implementation projects for Spain's SII (Suministro Inmediato de Información) and manage digital certificate integration.
• Architect reporting objects within the SAP DRC framework and interpret complex XML and XSD structures.
• Manage web service integrations and troubleshoot issues related to XML generation and transmission protocols.
• Collaborate directly with tax authorities and external auditors to ensure compliance and resolve reporting discrepancies.
• Author functional specifications for Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) and system enhancements to meet specific reporting needs.
• Utilize advanced debugging tools such as DRC logs, SLG1, ST22, and SRTMONI to diagnose and resolve system errors.
• Apply hands-on experience with SAP DRC EFD Reinf projects, particularly regarding INSS reporting.
• Oversee at least 23 full cycles of SAP DRC or ACR legal reporting to ensure data integrity and timeliness.
• Develop comprehensive documentation including Functional Design Documents (FDDs) for Spain SII and Brazil Reinf, mapping documents, configuration guides, and transport records.
• Create test scripts, support User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and prepare cutover plans and go-live readiness checklists.
• Provide post-implementation support, including error resolution procedures and ongoing system maintenance.

Requirements

Mandatory Skills: Proficiency in COFI modules including CEA, CCA, IO, IM, PCA, PA, PC, ML, Project Costing, General Ledger (GL), Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), and Business Partner (BA).

Possess strong integration knowledge of FIMMSD within the SAP ecosystem.

Demonstrate the ability to read, interpret, and manipulate XML and XSD data structures.

Show proven experience in troubleshooting XML generation and web service transmission failures.

Have the capability to draft functional specifications for system enhancements and BAdIs.

Exhibit strong project management capabilities and familiarity with SCRUM, Agile, and DevOps methodologies.

Display proficiency in Excel, including Pivot Tables and advanced formulas, as well as SAP Scripting.

Maintain a solid understanding of SAP DRC architecture and reporting objects.

Hold experience with EFD Reinf projects, with specific focus on INSS configurations being highly advantageous.

Be capable of working effectively with tax authorities and auditors to resolve compliance issues.