Finance Consultant

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The work
The Senior SAP Finance Functional Consultant will serve as the primary subject matter expert for end‑to‑end SAP Finance and Product Costing processes, including Material Ledger functionality and integration points across Project Systems, Payroll, Materials Management, and Finance. This role requires deep Controlling (CO) expertise, including Internal Orders, Cost Center Accounting, Assessments, Distributions, and Cost Transfers, as well as familiarity with SAP Public Sector Financials and core SAP Financial Accounting.

You will lead requirements gathering sessions, design functional solutions, and work closely with technical teams to ensure that all configuration and development aligns with business needs. This role involves developing test strategies, managing complex testing cycles, performing business process design, and supporting cross-functional coordination between architects, developers, BASIS, Middleware, Portal teams, and business analysts.

You will be responsible for enhancing and maintaining SAP financial processes, building integrated solutions, and mentoring junior team members. Experience with budgeting, forecasting, staffing, and broader work planning adds value in this senior functional role.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead client workshops to capture financial and costing requirements
• Design and configure SAP Finance and Controlling solutions that support integrated business processes
• Collaborate with technical teams to confirm that all functional and technical requirements align
• Develop detailed test strategies and manage large-scale testing efforts, including SIT/UAT
• Conduct business process analysis and produce functional designs
• Coordinate work across architects, developers, BASIS, Middleware, Portal, and business analysts
• Maintain and enhance SAP financial and costing processes, including integration with external applications
• Support project planning activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and staffing
• Lead and mentor junior team members

Here’s what you need:

• 7+ years of SAP Controlling experience
• Demonstrated team lead experience

Eligibility requirements:

• US Citizens only (no dual citizenship)
• Eligible to obtain a minimum of a Secret Clearance
• Must reside locally in St. Louis, MO or be willing to travel to St. Louis weekly

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The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is:$103,200—$295,900 USD   What We Believe As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.   Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.   Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an Affirmative Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.   Requesting An Accommodation  Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.   If you are being considered for employment opportunities with Accenture Federal Services and need an accommodation for a disability or religious observance during the interview process or for the job you are interviewing for, please speak with your recruiter.