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Job Title: SAP Project Manager (FICO) – Contract to Hire
Location: Des Moines, Iowa (hybrid onsite)
Employment Type: Contract to Full-Time
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced SAP Project Manager with strong functional expertise in SAP FICO to lead and deliver finance-related SAP initiatives. This role requires a blend of project management capabilities and hands-on functional knowledge, particularly in General Ledger (GL) and Accounts Payable (AP). The ideal candidate will also have a solid understanding of SAP security concepts to ensure compliant and secure implementations.
Key Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end SAP project delivery, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure
Manage project timelines, budgets, risks, and stakeholder communication
Drive SAP FICO implementations, enhancements, and support initiatives
Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into functional specifications
Oversee configuration and optimization of GL (General Ledger) and AP (Accounts Payable) modules
Ensure alignment with financial processes, compliance, and reporting requirements
Work closely with technical teams, functional consultants, and third-party vendors
Maintain a high-level oversight of SAP security, ensuring proper roles, authorizations, and compliance standards
Provide leadership, guidance, and mentoring to project team members
Required Skills & Qualifications
7 years of experience in SAP, with a strong focus on SAP FICO
Proven experience managing SAP projects (end-to-end lifecycle)
Deep understanding of:
General Ledger (GL)
Accounts Payable (AP)
Strong knowledge of SAP FICO configuration and financial processes
High-level understanding of SAP security concepts (roles, authorizations, compliance)
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
SAP certification in FICO or Project Management
Experience in S/4HANA implementations or migrations
Background in finance or accounting processes
Why Join Us?
Opportunity to transition into a full-time leadership role
Work on impactful SAP transformation projects
Collaborative and growth-oriented environment
Salary : $60 - $75