Finance Manager (Costing & SAP S/4HANA)

We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager with deep expertise in cost accounting, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), and SAP S/4HANA. The role will be responsible for driving cost efficiency, supporting business decision-making, and ensuring accurate financial reporting through advanced ERP systems.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Financial Management & Reporting
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes
• Prepare and analyze financial statements in compliance with IFRS/local GAAPEnsure accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting
• Partner with senior management to present financial insights and recommendations
• 2. Costing & Profitability Analysis
• Lead all aspects of cost accounting, including standard costing, variance analysis, and product costing
• Analyze manufacturing/service costs and identify cost optimization opportunities
• Drive profitability analysis by product, customer, and business unit
• Monitor overhead allocation, activity-based costing (ABC), and cost control initiatives
• 3. SAP S/4HANA Management
• Act as a key finance lead for SAP S/4HANA (FI/CO modules)
• Ensure effective system utilization for costing, reporting, and controlling
• Support SAP implementation, upgrades, and enhancements
• Collaborate with IT and business teams on system improvements and automation
• Ensure master data integrity (cost centers, profit centers, material costing, etc.)
• 4. Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across the organization
• Develop financial models to support strategic decisions
• Track actual vs budget performance and provide variance analysis
• Support long-term financial planning and business strategy
• 5. Business Partnering
• Collaborate with operations, procurement, and commercial teams
• Provide financial insights to support decision-making and business growth
• Drive cost efficiency and operational improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Education & Certification
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Professional qualification preferred (CA / CPA / CMA / ACCA / CIMA)
• Experience8–12+ years of experience in finance, with strong costing background
• Proven experience in manufacturing / industrial / FMCG environments (preferred)
• Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA (FI/CO, Product Costing, COPA),
• SAP S/4HANA implementation or migration projects
• Exposure to digital finance transformation initiatives
• Experience in multi-country or regional finance roles

Technical Skills

• Advanced cost accounting and financial analysis skills
• Strong expertise in SAP S/4HANA modules (FI, CO, Material Ledger, COPA)
• Proficiency in Excel and financial modeling
• Knowledge of Power BI or similar tools (added advantage)
• Soft

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to lead teams and drive cross-functional collaboration
• High attention to detail and business acumen

Additional Information

Key

Competencies

• Cost Control & Optimization
• Financial Planning & Analysis
• ERP Systems Expertise (SAP S/4HANA)
• Strategic Thinking
• Leadership & Team Management We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role.
• Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.
• We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.