Who is the company and context?
Our client, a large international group, is actively looking for an SAP Projects Solution Manager (M/F). They are looking for a professional to take responsibility for the group’s controlling, tax, and accounting applications, providing expert advice and recommendations on best practices and system evolution to senior leadership internationally.
In this role, you will have one direct report and work with a large international team of indirect reports.
This position is based in Lyon.
What will I be doing?
As an SAP Projects Solution Manager (M/F), your main responsibilities will include:
- Conducting regular system health checks to drive digital strategy and transformational initiatives, leading end-to-end programs that support sustainable implementation and operations.
- Ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality solutions while coordinating both internal and external teams for optimal performance.
- Supporting the development of digital vision and strategy by assessing how IT can improve organizational agility and better meet business needs.
- Clearly demonstrating the value of digital services in collaboration with business stakeholders across multiple locations, creating strategic roadmaps, providing technology advisory, and managing budget planning and optimization.
- Leading and mentoring the team, actively contributing to their career growth, training, and professional development.
What kind of skills and background will I need to have?
- A Master’s degree (Bac+5) in Finance and/or Information Systems.
- 15+ years of professional experience in a similar role and/or within a finance department working on financial transformation projects with tools such as SAP (BPC, FICO, S4HANA, etc.).
- Strong leadership experience, including team management, career development, and training, as well as acting as a systems sponsor to senior stakeholders.
- Proven expertise in systems transformation, process improvement, and change management, along with experience in coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent analytical and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Fluency in English (both written and spoken) is essential, as it is the primary working language.
Why should I apply for this role?
This position offers the opportunity to hold a strategic leadership role within a renowned international company, leading a talented team and gaining significant career growth opportunities.
Additionally, you will be part of a dynamic and innovative environment, where excellence and forward-thinking drive the organization’s success.
How do I apply?
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity or want to explore the market further, please contact Ana Machado from SystemsAccountants at the following email address: Ana.Machado@systemsaccountants.com.
Who we are?
SystemsAccountants is a leading global Financial Systems, Analytics, and Transformation recruitment company. We provide permanent & contractor recruitment solutions to enable clients to implement, support, develop, run & optimise, ERP, ERP and Analytics systems. We source and screen finance systems professionals on a global basis. Unlike typical search & selection firms, our consultants have an international reach, which ensures that our clients and candidates receive market insight along with a tailored service.
