Sr. advisor, financial systems

What Financial Operating Systems (FOS) contributes to Cardinal Health

Finance oversees the accounting, tax, financial plans and policies of the organization, establishes and maintains fiscal controls, prepares and interprets financial reports, oversees financial systems and safeguards the organization's assets.

The Financial Operating Systems (FOS) team is responsible for overseeing the design, modification, installation and maintenance of accounting and financial systems to ensure the accuracy of financial transactions. Partners with Finance, Business Units and Enterprise IT (EIT) to analyze and recommend effective solutions to meet business needs. Solutions may include business process changes, system or reporting changes and/or training.

Demonstrates knowledge of finance principles and financial systems, as well as Cardinal Health finance and business policies, processes and procedures. Provides end-user support (Level 2) for the financial systems. Manages and resolves incoming tickets and appropriately routes to EIT when needed.

Consistently implements, executes and tests departmental Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance frameworks and financial reporting controls. Acts as Subject Matter Expert and liaison between EIT and the Business Units on projects and special assignments to articulate business requirements. Also translates the requirements into functional specifications and recommends solutions.

Responsibilities

• Be a part of a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee daily operations and ensure stability of multiple SAP environments, including SAP S/4HANA and SAP ECC.
• Manage and deliver complex projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance (Accounting, FP&A, AR, AP, RNI, Tax, Treasury), operational business teams, master data teams, and IT partners across global locations.
• Identify project milestones, gather business requirements, review functional specifications, assess solution design, and ensure integration across SAP modules.
• Validate SAP FICO configurations and ensure functional coverage across general ledger, accounts receivable/payable, cash/bank management, master data, product costing, inventory valuation, intercompany and integration with OTC, PTP, and Vistex.
• Design, develop, and execute testing strategies; support deployment, training and cutover activities for SAP financial solutions.
• Facilitate stakeholder alignment sessions, design reviews, and solution workshops.
• Rationalize SAP design decisions to address Finance business needs and opportunities for simplification.
• Create, troubleshoot, and optimize financial reports to meet business requirements.
• Leverage automation and technology to improve financial processes.
• Maintain oversight of financial month-end activities such as period openings/closings, job monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls, support control design, strengthening and testing.
• Provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership and clear direction to team members.
• Demonstrate strong follow-through, decision-making, and multitasking capabilities.
• Uphold values of integrity, inclusiveness, accountability, and a mission-driven approach in all responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, preferred.
• 6+ years of relevant experience in financial systems or SAP finance roles, preferred.
• Deep expertise in SAP FI/CO and finance functional processes.
• Strong understanding of finance process integration with OTC, PTP (preferred).
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Anticipated salary range: $106,700-$152,400. Bonus eligible: Yes. Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being. Medical, dental and vision coverage, Paid time off plan, Health savings account (HSA), 401k savings plan, Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay, Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), Short- and long-term disability coverage, Work-Life resources, Paid parental leave, Healthy lifestyle programs.

Application window anticipated to close: 10/23/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible. The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

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