SAP - Finance Solution Architect

**This role is to be based onshore in New Zealand either in Auckland or Wellington. For the successful we will support with obtaining work visa.

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About this team: 

We are looking for a SAP S/4HANA Finance Solution Architect with exceptional skills. Deloitte’s award-winning Consulting practice spans a wide range of services which has positioned us as a market leader around the world.  In this role, you will be accountable for implementing, configuring, and supporting SAP S/4HANA FICO modules, focusing on GL Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Management, Product Costing, Inventory Accounting, and Margin Analysis. Collaborating closely with stakeholders, you will gather requirements, design solutions, and ensure seamless SAP integration. This position demands profound functional proficiency, robust problem-solving capabilities, and the knack for delivering top-tier solutions for our clients.

SAP Finance Solution Architect Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and oversee the complete lifecycle of cloud or hybrid SAP finance solutions, including testing and post-go-live support.
• Lead our functional and technical teams in developing SAP solutions that integrate business processes, SAP technology strategy, and SAP solution architecture designs.
• Showcase innovative ideas and best practices rooted in an in-depth understanding of SAP's Solution Suite.
• Set out standards and guidelines for the design & development, optimization, deployment, and maintenance of SAP information architecture.
• Foster enduring relationships with our clients and internal functional and technical teams to gather business requirements, design specifications, and define solutions that are tailored for purpose.
• Prioritize and manage a pipeline of competing project priorities and support tickets across various clients while collaborating with various Deloitte communities to deliver top-notch results.
• Play a role in fostering a high-performing team and culture in line with Deloitte’s values, focusing on making a meaningful impact and providing exceptional client service.
• Maintain a customer-centric approach by actively engaging in sales and procurement processes to cultivate client relationships.
• Ensure the quality of delivered finance solutions aligns with Deloitte’s delivery standards and templates.

What we're Seeking:

• Extensive experience as a SAP S4 Hana Solution Architect in the Finance domain for both public and private cloud, particularly within a consulting/client delivery environment, from pre-sales to delivery (Finance).
• Consulting expertise and a proven track record of evaluating customer requirements and proposing Solution / Architecture approaches.
• Proficiency in SAP BTP, ABAP Technologies including but not limited to ABAP Workbench, ABAP Data Dictionary, Report Programming, Data Migration, Screen Programming, SmartForms, Adobe forms, Authorizations, ALE/IDOC, Workflow, Web Dynpro ABAP, OO ABAP, Enhancements & Modifications.
• Strong comprehension of functional and technical aspects across modules in greenfield and/or brownfield implementations.
• Demonstrated extensive experience in transformation programmes, collaborating with program leadership, project managers, and functional area leadership to craft comprehensive end-to-end solutions.
• Proven ability and experience in navigating complex architectures within the SAP ecosystem and integrating with client ecosystems.
• Demonstrated strategic thought leadership in SAP solutions through recommendations, roadmaps, and advisory services.
• Understanding of business process flows and their integration with SAP modules.
• Ability to translate business requirements into solution architecture requirements and deliverables effectively.
• Skills and experience in integrating multiple SAP systems and legacy systems.
• Excellent communication skills and the capacity to articulate technical information clearly and understandably.

So, who is Deloitte in Aotearoa?  

We are driven to create an impact that matters at every opportunity. Supported by a strong leadership team and member firms from over 150 countries across the globe, Deloitte New Zealand is in the business of solving complex problems.   

Over our 175-year history, we have built a reputation for impactful delivery across audit and assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax, and technology services.   

Deloitte in Aotearoa recognises the uniqueness of our country identified in our founding document, Te Tiriti o Waitangi.  We uphold our responsibility(s) to the founding document and acknowledge Māori as the Tangata Whenua/Indigenous people.   

Our workplace and culture 

We are driven by our desire to create positive outcomes for our clients, communities, and people.  Our purpose is to make an impact that matters. Everything we do is with intent - the intent to make a meaningful difference. 

Our shared values are at the heart of everything we do. Living these values, including ‘taking care of each other’ and ‘fostering inclusion’, is essential to ensuring everyone feels included at work and able to reach their full potential.  

For us to succeed and thrive as an organisation, we understand the importance of creating a culture where diverse perspectives matter and where everyone is given an equal opportunity to grow and develop. 

Deloitte New Zealand rewards 

We hold a simple belief – that our people’s hard work should be recognised and rewarded beyond their remuneration. 

We have reimagined what ‘work’ looks like and how we can empower all our people to create a work experience that is distinct to their needs. Founded on concepts of trust, balance, wellbeing and the importance of personal connection, this is the Deloitte experience. 

We offer 

• Flexible work arrangements – work in a way that suits you, us and our clients best     
• Subsidised professional qualifications and paid professional memberships 
• Subsidised health insurance 
• Income protection insurance 
• 22 days annual leave 
• Social events, social sports teams, and monthly firm drinks 
• A focus on wellness and well-being  
• Community focused volunteer days 
• A focus on the environment and sustainability 
• Plus much more 

Does this sound like the sort of role and organisation for you? Then apply now! We’d love to hear from you. 

We believe the strongest teams are made up of diverse individuals and we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We recognise that women and individuals from under-represented backgrounds may hesitate to apply if they don't meet all criteria. If you're passionate about this role and believe you have the skills, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience, ideal working hours or qualifications aren't a perfect match.

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