SAP Finance Process Lead

SAP Finance Process Lead

Hybrid Remote - Newark, DE

Your role in our success will be:

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is seeking an experienced SAP FI Lead to drive the successful implementation of the SAP S/4HANA Financial Accounting module as part of our enterprise-wide digital transformation. This role will be pivotal in aligning SAP FI capabilities with our financial processes, operational teams, regulatory requirements, and strategic goals across our regulated and unregulated utility businesses.

What you'll be working on:

- Lead the design, configuration, and deployment of SAP FI modules (GL, AP, AR, Asset Accounting, Banking, Tax, and Closing Cockpit) within the S/4HANA environment

- Collaborate across the organization to establish the legal hierarchy and chart of accounts.

- Lead the design and configuration for cost allocations within the SAP/4HANA environment.

- Collaborate with finance and business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into functional and technical specifications.

- Oversee development of RICEFW objects that customizes and enhances the SAP FI system to automate financial processes, improve data accuracy, and streamline operations.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the organization to ensure seamless integration and data flow.

- Conduct workshops, gap analyses, and blueprinting sessions with stakeholders across finance and operations.

- Manage and prioritize multiple workstreams, ensuring timely delivery of project milestones.

- Provide expert guidance on SAP FI-CO processes, including regulatory reporting, asset accounting, and intercompany transactions.

- Ensure proper synchronization and mapping of financial data between the different SAP modules (HR, Supply Chain, Asset Management, CIS).

- Support data migration, testing (unit, integration, UAT), and cutover planning.

- Integrate SAP FI solutions with other SAP modules (e.g., HR, Supply Chain, Asset Management, CIS) and third-party systems to ensure seamless data flow and financial reconciliation.

- Assist with the development and optimization of data extraction, transformation, and loading processes to support financial reporting and analysis.

- Act as a change champion to train and support end-users, ensuring adoption and effective use of SAP FI functionalities.

- Serve as the primary liaison between business users and technical teams and external vendors.

- Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and industry best practices.

- Assist in preparing data for internal and external audits. Maintain robust documentation of data sources, processes, and controls related to financial data.

Who you are:

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field.

- 6+ years of hands-on SAP FI experience, including at least 2 full-cycle implementations.

- Deep understanding of SAP S/4HANA Finance capabilities and Fiori apps.

- Experience in the utilities industry (electric, gas, water) preferred.

- Strong knowledge of US GAAP, regulatory reporting, and utility-specific financial processes.

- SAP certification in FI or S/4HANA Finance is a plus.

- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Where you'll be working...

- Hybrid Remote with periodic travel to Newark, DE (a minimum of 1 week a month)

What makes us great…

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.

What’s in it For You...

- Competitive base salary

- Fantastic opportunities for career growth

- Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere

- Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities

- Monthly recognition events

- Endless wellness initiatives and community events

- Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!

- Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email careers@chpk.com

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