SAP S4HANA FICO Functional Architect - Associate Director - 67275091

SAP S4HANA FICO Functional Architect - Associate Director - 67275091 00067275091 Date published Jan 21 2026 Location Boston / United States Job category Technology & Engineering Work model Hybrid About the role As a SAP S/4HANA FICO Functional Architect, you will make an impact by leading fit-gap workshops, providing solutions within the Global Template, and supporting critical phases of rollout. You will be a valued member of the Finance Transformation team and work collaboratively with onsite and offshore teams, technical experts, and business stakeholders. In this role, you will: Conduct fit-gap workshops with local business and align requirements to Global Template. Perform system customizations and testing, collaborating with technical teams as needed. Create documentation as per project standards across all phases. Support client during UAT, Cutover, Go-Live, and Hypercare phases. Ensure compliance with local statutory and tax reporting requirements. Work model: Remote from the United States only with travel for project milestones What you need to have to be considered Proven experience in S/4 HANA rollouts in SAP FICO Accounting to Reporting. Deep knowledge of Finance & Controlling processes and integration with other modules. Expertise in Finance areas: GL (Document Splitting/Parallel Ledger), Asset Accounting, AR/AP, Banking (SEPA, DMEE XML, EBS), LockBox, Intercompany invoicing. Expertise in Controlling: Account-based COPA, Material Ledger actual valuation, Month-end closing activities. Experience with FSCM Credit Management and external credit agency interfaces. These will help you stand out Strong SAP experience within Life Sciences/Pharmaceutical industry Knowledge of Plant Abroad scenarios. Understanding of Gross-to-Net scenarios in Life Sciences for US. Experience with accruals for chargebacks and rebates. Knowledge of Rebate functionality in S/4 HANA. Familiarity with local tax and statutory reporting requirements in US/CA along with DRC. Salary and Other Compensation This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans. Benefits Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off 401(k) plan and contributions Long-term/Short-term Disability Employee Stock Purchase Plan Disclaimer The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.