SAP Group reporting Program Manager

Remote + Travel as needed to San Diego, CA (Carlsbad)

Key Responsibilities:

1. Program Planning and Strategic Alignment

• Define the program's strategy, objectives, and roadmap, aligning SAP Group Reporting with the organization's financial consolidation, compliance, and reporting needs.
• Develop a comprehensive project plan with clear scope, timeline, budget, and resource requirements.
• Set measurable KPIs to track the success of SAP Group Reporting implementation and continuously align with executive stakeholders on key milestones.

2. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

• Act as the primary point of contact for program stakeholders, including finance leaders, executive sponsors, and IT teams.
• Lead regular communications with stakeholders to provide updates on project progress, risks, and issue resolution.
• Establish a governance structure with clear roles and responsibilities, ensuring effective decision-making throughout the program lifecycle.

3. Team Leadership and Cross-Functional Coordination

• Manage a cross-functional team of SAP consultants, business analysts, finance specialists, and technical experts to achieve program objectives.
• Provide leadership, direction, and motivation to the project team, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment.
• Coordinate with external vendors and SAP partners to leverage specialized skills and tools for program success.

4. Risk and Issue Management

• Proactively identify, assess, and manage risks related to the SAP Group Reporting implementation, including data integration, regulatory compliance, and timeline constraints.
• Develop contingency plans and implement issue resolution processes to minimize disruptions and keep the program on track.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and maintain an updated risk log to communicate priorities to stakeholders.

5. Financial Oversight and Budget Management

• Manage and track the program budget, ensuring resources are allocated effectively to meet objectives and prevent cost overruns.
• Report on budget status, cost efficiency, and ROI to executive stakeholders, ensuring transparency in financial management.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with third-party vendors to optimize costs while maintaining high standards of quality.

6. Functional and Technical Solution Design

• Oversee the design and configuration of SAP Group Reporting to meet financial consolidation, data integration, and regulatory reporting needs.
• Ensure the configuration aligns with best practices and organizational policies, including IFRS, GAAP, and internal standards.
• Validate and coordinate integration with other SAP modules, such as SAP S/4HANA and SAP FICO, to ensure data consistency and compatibility.

7. Data Governance and Quality Assurance

• Implement data governance processes to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data within SAP Group Reporting.
• Oversee data validation, cleansing, and transformation activities to deliver high-quality financial reporting outputs.
• Coordinate testing efforts, including system testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT) to verify system readiness.

8. Change Management and Training

• Develop and implement a change management strategy to facilitate smooth adoption of SAP Group Reporting by end-users.
• Organize and lead training sessions, ensuring users are well-versed in SAP Group Reporting functionalities and best practices.
• Create and distribute comprehensive training materials, user guides, and quick-reference documents to support ease of use.

9. Compliance and Audit Support

• Ensure SAP Group Reporting is implemented in compliance with regulatory standards and internal control requirements.
• Support audit processes by providing necessary documentation and insights into configuration, data handling, and user access.
• Maintain compliance practices to align with evolving regulatory and organizational needs, implementing periodic reviews and updates as needed.

10. Continuous Improvement and Post-Implementation Optimization

• Lead post-implementation reviews to capture lessons learned, evaluate program outcomes, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Promote continuous improvement by incorporating user feedback and staying current with SAP Group Reporting updates and advancements.
• Plan and manage future upgrades, patches, or enhancements to keep the SAP Group Reporting solution aligned with business needs.

11. Reporting and Performance Monitoring

• Provide regular program status reports to executive sponsors, highlighting progress, achievements, risks, and opportunities.
• Track and report performance metrics to evaluate program success and identify areas for adjustment as necessary.
• Present final program assessments, showcasing the delivered value and ROI, as well as recommendations for ongoing improvements.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field; MBA or equivalent experience preferred.
• Experience:
  • 8+ years of experience in SAP program management, with a focus on SAP financial modules, including Group Reporting.
  • Demonstrated experience in implementing financial consolidation, data integration, and reporting solutions, particularly within SAP environments.
• Skills:
  • Strong understanding of SAP S/4HANA, SAP Group Reporting, and SAP FICO, as well as financial consolidation principles and regulatory compliance (IFRS, GAAP).
  • Proven leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and communicate with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Proficiency in risk management, budgeting, and change management strategies.
• Certifications: SAP certification in Group Reporting or SAP Financial Consolidation modules preferred; PMP or other project management certifications are a plus.

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