FP&A / Financial Planning Functional Consultant (SAP Finance)

Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled FP&A and Financial Planning Functional Consultant with extensive SAP Finance expertise to lead the design and deployment of advanced, integrated Financial Planning and Analysis solutions. In this critical role, you will partner with Finance, Accounting, business units, and technical teams to transform legacy Excel-based financial models and complex business rules into robust, scalable, system-driven planning frameworks. The successful candidate will drive the modernization of budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while leveraging deep knowledge of P&L planning, CapEx, COGS, and workforce cost management.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to analyze current budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling workflows.
• Translate intricate Excel-based financial models and business logic into structured, scalable requirements for SAP Finance implementation.
• Design and configure integrated FP&A solutions that enhance the accuracy and efficiency of financial planning processes.
• Support the migration of manual financial planning tasks to automated, system-driven platforms to reduce errors and improve speed.
• Provide subject matter expertise on P&L planning, Capital Expenditure (CapEx), Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), and workforce cost analysis.
• Develop and deliver management reporting solutions that provide actionable insights for senior leadership and business partners.
• Facilitate workshops to gather requirements and validate that the proposed FP&A architecture meets complex business needs.

Requirements

Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) or as a Functional Consultant within SAP Finance. Proven expertise in SAP Finance modules with a specific focus on FP&A, budgeting, and forecasting functionalities. Strong background in financial modeling, P&L planning, CapEx, COGS, and workforce cost management. Demonstrated ability to convert complex Excel-based financial models into structured, system-driven planning requirements. Experience working with Finance, Accounting, and technical data teams to implement integrated financial solutions. Proficiency in management reporting and the ability to translate financial data into clear, strategic insights. Ability to work remotely on a contractual basis during the 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM IST shift.