SAP Finance Business Systems Manager

Location:

Greater Manchester (Hybrid, 3 days per week on-site) Salary:

£65,000 + benefits Are you an SAP Finance specialist with strong hands-on experience in S/4HANA and FICO configuration? Do you enjoy working closely with Finance stakeholders while still being technically involved in systems improvement and support? This is an excellent opportunity to join a major FMCG organisation and take ownership of their SAP Finance landscape. You will work with S/4HANA, Fiori and several integrated Finance technologies while acting as the bridge between Finance, IT and external delivery partners. The role has a strong technical element, so applicants must have practical, hands-on SAP Finance experience, not just functional oversight.

About the Role

You will be the go-to SME for SAP Finance across the business. Key responsibilities include: Providing hands-on SAP Finance application support across S/4HANA, FICO and related Finance systems. Leading the investigation and resolution of incidents, ensuring root-cause analysis and long-term fixes. Carrying out configuration changes, testing, and small enhancements within SAP Finance. Working closely with internal developers and external consultancy partners to design and deliver technical solutions. Supporting Finance stakeholders, understanding requirements and translating them into system changes. Driving continuous improvement activity by identifying recurring issues and improving processes, controls, and system performance. Providing training, support and guidance to end users and super users to increase adoption and capability. Staying current with SAP Finance and S/4HANA developments and sharing knowledge with the wider team.

What We're Looking For

Strong hands-on SAP Finance experience, ideally within an FMCG or similar fast-paced environment. Practical experience with SAP S/4HANA, including configuration within FICO. Understanding of Finance business processes such as P2P, O2C, R2R and broader Financial Control. Familiarity with Fiori apps and modern SAP UX. Knowledge of ITIL Service Management principles. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work closely with Finance leaders and operational teams. Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.

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