SAP CO-PS Lead

Role Overview: As the SAP CO-PS Lead, you will play a crucial role within the SAP Center of Excellence (CoE) team. Your primary responsibility will be to drive and support the Controlling (CO) / Project Systems (PS) module, with a specific focus on Result Analysis and functionalities across SAP ECC and S/4HANA platforms. You will actively engage with implementation and AMS support partners to ensure the effective delivery and support of finance-related processes, including project controlling and period-end activities. Additionally, you will be instrumental in the Central Finance (CFin) integration journey, ensuring smooth coordination during project execution and operational support. Key Responsibilities: - Demonstrate in-depth and advanced knowledge of Result Analysis, Cost Objects, Project Settlements, and Budget Management. - Lead and manage SAP CO and PS processes across SAP ECC and S/4HANA platforms. - Support and optimize key processes such as Result Analysis, Project Costing, Settlements, and WBS/Network configurations. - Drive seamless integration of CO and PS modules with FI, MM, SD, and PP. - Act as the primary CO-PS lead for the global S/4HANA Aurora implementation program. - Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities in coordination with finance teams. - Collaborate with SAP AMS vendors and internal SAP CoE teams for incident resolution, change requests, and enhancements. - Provide functional support for SAP Central Finance (CFin) integration from ECC and legacy systems into S/4HANA. - Conduct knowledge transfer sessions and mentor junior team members. - Stay updated with SAP S/4HANA innovations and recommend improvements and best practices. Qualifications Required: - 10-12 years of hands-on experience in SAP CO and PS modules across ECC and S/4HANA platforms. - Strong background in SAP implementation, rollout, and AMS support projects. - Experience working in complex global organizations with multiple stakeholders. - Prior involvement in SAP Central Finance (CFin) implementation is desirable. - Solid analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. - Bachelor's or master's degree in finance, Engineering, or Computer Science. - Proficiency in English (written and spoken) is required. Additional Details: - Location: Pune, India (Hybrid) - Occasional travel to project locations (e.g., Italy) based on project needs. - Role reports to the SAP Program Manager or SAP CoE Head.,