SAP FICO Functional Consultant

Our client is a well-established New Zealand organisation with a large-scale SAP S/4HANA environment supporting a complex, multi-site operation. Following a major transformation programme, they are seeking an experienced Senior SAP FICO Functional Consultant to provide ongoing support, optimisation and functional leadership across their finance systems.

This is a business-critical role offering long-term stability, with the initial 12-month fixed-term contract expected to be extended annually.

About the Role

Working closely with finance stakeholders and technology teams, you'll be responsible for supporting and enhancing the SAP S/4HANA Finance landscape while ensuring users receive effective day-to-day support.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting and optimising SAP FI/CO processes across General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Accounting and Cost Accounting.
• Investigating and resolving functional and accounting issues across SAP and integrated systems.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver practical solutions.
• Leading configuration, testing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Providing training and guidance to end users.
• Monitoring interfaces and tracing transactions from source through to reporting.
• Driving best practice and contributing to the ongoing evolution of the SAP environment.
• Mentoring and developing junior team members.

About You

We're looking for a senior SAP Finance professional who enjoys solving problems, partnering with users and improving business processes.

You'll bring:

• 8+ years' experience working with SAP FI/CO in implementation and support environments.
• Strong knowledge of SAP S/4HANA Finance, including GL, AP, AR, Asset Accounting and Financial Reporting.
• Hands-on experience with SAP configuration and integration with other SAP modules.
• A solid understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to investigate issues end-to-end.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with non-technical stakeholders.
• Previous experience mentoring or supporting junior team members.
• Experience with SAP Fiori and CDS Views would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• Join a large, established organisation with a mature SAP environment.
• Work in a highly collaborative team with strong stakeholder engagement.
• Opportunity to influence process improvements and continuous optimisation.
• Long-term contract opportunity with strong likelihood of annual renewal.
• Hybrid working arrangement with regular onsite collaboration in Auckland.

Please note: Candidates must be Auckland-based or willing to relocate. This role requires regular onsite presence to foster close collaboration with finance and business stakeholders.

If you're a seasoned SAP FICO professional looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact while working within a supportive and stable environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence within this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Bianca Madden on 64 9 374 7300