SAP S/4HANA Finance

This role is a national position, welcoming applicants from any city in Australia that hosts a KPMG office.

KPMG's Technology Implementation team supports clients across a range of industries to deliver technology enabled business transformation. Our unique business driven approach provides requires deep industry insight, functional expertise and technology know-how that underpins an organisation's strategic goals

Your Opportunity

Our SAP Capability team is growing nationally, and in this position, you will lead a small team of SAP analysts and functional consultants, requiring a blend of technical expertise, strategic vision, and strong leadership skills to deliver impactful financial solutions in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will play a crucial role by:

• Solution Design & Configuration: Lead the configuration, customization, and enhancement of SAP FI (General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Accounting, Bank Accounting) and CO (Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, Internal Orders, Product Costing, Profitability Analysis) modules to meet business needs.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a small team of SAP analysts and functional consultants, assigning tasks, providing guidance, and fostering a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
• Business Process Optimization: Partner with finance teams to analyze existing processes, identify gaps, and recommend best practices using SAP capabilities to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Integration Management: Ensure seamless integration of SAP FI/CO with other modules (e.g., MM, SD, PP) and external systems, maintaining data integrity and consistency.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a liaison between finance business units and IT, translating business requirements into technical specifications and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Support & Troubleshooting: Provide expert-level support for SAP FI/CO issues, including month-end/year-end closings, financial reporting, and system troubleshooting.
• Training & Documentation: Develop training materials, conduct user training sessions, and maintain comprehensive documentation for configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Innovation:  Stay updated on SAP advancements (e.g., S/4HANA) and recommend upgrades or new functionalities to enhance financial operations.

How are you Extraordinary?

• You are able to quickly build strong relationships and network with a variety of stakeholders both internal and external.
• You are passionate about the importance of fantastic communication to share ideas, inspire, and create change. You are able to digest, distil, and communicate complex concepts in both written and verbal forms.
• You are a kind and compassionate leader with a passion for continually growing your leadership skills to get the best out of a diverse and multidisciplinary team.

Your Experience

At KPMG, we believe diversity of thought, background and unique experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, our clients and communities.

To be considered for this opportunity, your qualifications, skills & experience could include: 

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in SAP Finance implementations in a consulting or similar external client facing role.
• Deep functional experience of SAP S/4 Hana Finance and Controlling in at least one of the following functional areas:-
  • Finance GL, AR, AP, Fixed Assets
  • Group Reporting
  • Management Accounting (Cost Controlling)
  • Margin analysis 
  • Product Costing ​

• Tertiary qualification (Masters or Bachelor's degree) in a relevant field.
• Current SAP S/4HANA  Certifications.

KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth. 

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who've got your back. You'll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you'll take control over how you work. We're embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact the Talent Attraction Support Team.

At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.