SAP Consultant

Job descriptionHireArt is helping an on-demand, autonomous ride-hailing company find an SAP Consultant to support and optimize the company’s financial controlling systems in a complex, manufacturing-driven environment.In this role, you’ll serve as the subject matter expert for SAP Controlling (CO), focusing on system configuration, production issue resolution, and enhancement requests. You’ll advise stakeholders, support end-to-end financial and operational processes, and drive improvements following the recent implementation of SAP CO.The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of controlling processes, product costing, and profitability analysis in manufacturing or automotive settings, with hands-on experience in S/4HANA Finance/CO and a proven track record implementing or supporting CO solutions.As an SAP Consultant, you’ll:Lead and support SAP Controlling (CO) design, configuration, and enhancements across key areas:Cost Center Accounting (CCA)Profit Center Accounting (PCA)Internal Orders (IO)Product Costing (Standard & Actual Costing, Material Ledger)Profitability Analysis (CO-PA)Collaborate with finance, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to gather requirements, analyze processes, and deliver effective CO solutions.Ensure seamless integration between FI, MM, SD, and PP modules to support end-to-end manufacturing workflows.Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, execute configuration changes, and manage enhancement requests from users and stakeholders.Drive process optimization in costing runs, variance analysis, and margin analysis for manufacturing operations.Conduct workshops, prepare functional specifications, and coordinate with ABAP/technical teams during development and testing.Support year-end close activities, including work between Christmas and New Year’s, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.Stay current on S/4HANA Finance/CO innovations and recommend best practices to improve efficiency and scalability.RequirementsBachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, engineering, information systems, or a related field7+ years of SAP CO functional experience with strong manufacturing or automotive domain knowledgeHands-on expertise in product costing, material ledger, and CO-PAStrong understanding of S/4HANA Finance/CO and FI integrationExperience in at least two full-cycle SAP CO implementationsProven ability to resolve configuration and production issues and manage system enhancementsExcellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skillsWillingness to support critical year-end close activities during the holiday periodPreferred Skills:Automotive industry experience with costing, controlling, and profitability analysisSAP FICO migration experience (ECC to S/4HANA)Familiarity with manufacturing KPIs and reporting tools (BW, SAC, Fiori)Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, global manufacturing environmentBenefits:Pre-tax commuter benefits Employer (HireArt) subsidized healthcare benefits (Eligibility begins on the first of the month following 60 days of service)Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costsHireArt covers all costs for short- and long-term disability and life insurance401k packageCommitment: This is a full-time, ongoing contract position staffed via HireArt. This role is hybrid, requiring 3 days per week onsite, and is available to candidates local to the Foster City, CA area.HireArt values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visas or employ corp-to-corp.