About this role
We are seeking an experienced Project Controlling Functional Consultant to join our SAP Finance team for a large-scale SAP S/4HANA implementation. The consultant will play a key role in designing, configuring, and deploying Project System and Controlling solutions, ensuring seamless integration across finance and logistics modules.
This is a client-facing role that requires strong functional expertise, proactive stakeholder engagement, and hands-on system configuration capabilities. The consultant will collaborate closely with Finance, Controlling, and cross-functional teams to deliver an optimized project controlling framework aligned with business requirements.
Lead and support end-to-end implementation of Project Controlling processes in SAP S/4HANA. Participate in requirement gathering workshops with Finance and Project Management stakeholders. Translate business requirements into functional specifications and system design documents. Configure and customize system settings to support project-based accounting and controlling. Requirements
1. SAP S/4HANA Project Implementation Lead and support end-to-end implementation of Project Controlling processes in SAP S/4HANA. Participate in requirement gathering workshops with Finance and Project Management stakeholders. Translate business requirements into functional specifications and system design documents. Configure and customize system settings to support project-based accounting and controlling.
2. Core Functional Areas SAP CO-PS (Project System) WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) creation and configuration. Settlement of WBS elements (periodic and full settlement). Cross-company code WBS processing. Cost planning, budgeting, and availability control. Milestone billing configuration and integration with SD. Project cost tracking and reporting. SAP CO-PA (Profitability Analysis) Design and configuration of profitability segments. Integration of project revenues and cost data into CO-PA. Support reporting and margin analysis for project-based business. SAP CO-PC (Product Cost Controlling) Cost collection and cost object controlling. Overhead calculation and allocation cycles. Settlement processes and variance analysis.
3. Integration & Cross-Functional Collaboration Ensure integration between CO-PS and other modules including: SAP MM (procurement and material postings) SAP SD (milestone billing, revenue recognition) SAP PP (production-related cost postings) Collaborate with FI consultants to ensure alignment with financial accounting requirements. Support data migration activities and validation of master and transactional data.
4. Testing & Deployment Support Prepare and execute unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT). Support defect resolution and system stabilization. Assist in cutover planning and go-live activities. Provide hypercare and post-go-live support.
5. Client & Stakeholder Engagement Act as the primary functional contact for Project Controlling topics. Conduct regular alignment meetings with client Finance teams. Present solution design, process flows, and configuration decisions. Provide end-user training and documentation.
Required QualificationsPrimary Skillset Strong hands-on experience in: SAP CO-PS SAP CO-PA SAP CO-PC Minimum 5+ years of SAP Controlling experience with at least one full lifecycle SAP S/4HANA implementation. Deep understanding of project accounting, cost controlling, and financial integration.
Experience in multinational or cross-company implementations.
Knowledge of revenue recognition and project-based accounting standards.
SAP certification in Controlling or Project Systems is a plus.