Your new company
Join a global leader at the forefront of digital transformation in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sector. This organisation is implementing cutting-edge SAP S/4 HANA solutions to drive enterprise-wide improvements in finance data management, planning, and reporting. With a strong focus on innovation, governance, and data quality, this is a unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of enterprise data. To effectively manage these transitions, they are seeking a skilled Finance Data Expert to join their team during this exciting period of expansion.
Your new role Duration: 6monthsHybrid Working: 3 days per week on-site, 2 days per week remoteOutside IR35Day Rate: Up to £750
As the SAP S/4 HANA Finance Data Expert, you will play a critical role in coordinating business data requirements and embedding best practice data concepts into the S/4 HANA design process. You'll support the Enterprise Planning and Management Reporting (EP&MR) team, ensuring alignment between business needs and SAP standards.
Key responsibilities include:
Defining and documenting S/4 Enterprise Data Standards.
Ensuring readiness of existing SAP data for migration.
Supporting the implementation of key data objects such as Profit Centres, Cost Centres, WBS elements, and COPA fields.
Engaging with data offices and governance forums to ensure quality and compliance.
What you'll need to succeed
To thrive in this role, you'll bring:
Strong expertise in Finance Data, FICO, Controlling, and Process Design.
Hands-on experience with SAP S/4 HANA, MDG (Master Data Governance), and ServiceNow.
Deep understanding of Master Data Management, WBS, and COPA/Margin Analysis.
Proven ability to translate complex data concepts into business language.
Experience working in a global, matrixed organisation with cross-functional teams.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
A qualification in accounting and experience in planning and management reporting.
What you'll get in return
The role offers a competitive day rate, in or outside scope, on a 6month contract. The position has the potential for long-term engagement and career development within a global organisation.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, please click "apply" and we will revert to the most relevant applications as soon as possible.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you're a qualified accountant looking for a new job in finance, please contact Benjamin Stanton at the Hays Senior Finance team in Manchester.
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