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We are seeking an experienced and dynamic FICO Practice Head to lead and expand our SAP FICO consulting services. This pivotal role requires a seasoned professional with a strong background in SAP FICO implementations, solution architecture, and team leadership, coupled with a Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving practice growth, client engagement, solution delivery excellence, and talent development within the FICO domain. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Growth: Define and execute the strategic roadmap for the SAP FICO practice, aligning with overall company objectives. Identify new business opportunities, develop go-to-market strategies, and drive revenue growth for the FICO practice. Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, understanding their business needs and positioning our FICO solutions effectively. Stay abreast of SAP FICO innovations, industry best practices, and competitive landscape to ensure the practice remains at the forefront. Solution & Delivery Excellence: Oversee the end-to-end delivery of complex SAP FICO implementation, upgrade, and support projects, ensuring high quality, on-time, and on-budget execution. Provide expert guidance and architectural oversight for SAP FICO solutions, ensuring they meet client requirements and align with SAP's best practices. Lead pre-sales activities, including solutioning, effort estimation, proposal development, and client presentations. Ensure adherence to project methodologies, quality standards, and risk management processes across all FICO engagements. Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of SAP FICO consultants, fostering a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and high performance. Drive talent acquisition, retention, and performance management within the practice. Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members. Develop and implement training programs to enhance the skills and capabilities of the FICO consulting team. Financial & Operational Management: Manage the P&L for the FICO practice, including budgeting, forecasting, and expense control. Optimize resource utilization and engagement profitability. Implement operational efficiencies to improve practice performance and delivery margins. Qualifications Education: Mandatory: Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field. Experience: Minimum of 15+ years of progressive experience in SAP FICO consulting, with a significant portion in a leadership or practice management role. Extensive experience in leading large-scale, end-to-end SAP FICO implementation projects across various industries. Proven track record of driving practice growth, revenue generation, and client relationship management. Deep functional and technical expertise in core SAP FICO modules (GL, AP, AR, AA, CO-CCA, CO-PCA, CO-PA, PS, Product Costing, Material Ledger, New G/L). Experience with S/4HANA Finance is highly desirable, including migration strategies and functionalities. Strong understanding of integration points between FICO and other SAP modules (e.g., SD, MM, PP). Experience in pre-sales, solutioning, and proposal writing. Desired Skills Exceptional leadership and team-building capabilities. Strong business acumen and understanding of financial processes. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, both internal and external. Strategic thinking with a results-oriented approach. Problem-solving and analytical abilities. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic consulting environment.
