Senior Manager, SAP Project Accounting

Senior Manager, SAP Project Accounting

Join a dynamic organization as a Senior Manager leading the strategic design, implementation, and ongoing management of SAP Project Accounting within a cutting-edge SAP S/4HANA environment. This pivotal role is suited for a hands-on professional who thrives on configuring complex project accounting systems, establishing scalable frameworks, and driving automation to enhance financial processes for internal projects. As a key member of the Corporate Controllership team, you will influence how internal project costs are tracked, valued, and closed, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and supporting strategic decision-making.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the design and operation of SAP Project Accounting, including project structures, WBS, cost collection, and settlement procedures.
• Establish governance and best practices for tracking and managing internal projects within SAP.
• Partner with cross-functional teams—FP&A, Project Owners, IT, Procurement, Fixed Assets—to ensure accurate project cost capture and classification.
• Oversee accounting activities during month-end, including accruals, capitalization, project close, and financial reconciliations.
• Develop and implement policies, controls, and reporting analytics to ensure transparent, automated, and consistent project accounting processes.
• Serve as the SAP Project Accounting subject matter expert, guiding system configuration, testing, and user training.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including automation opportunities and process efficiencies.

Required Skills:

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA, particularly SAP Project System (PS), Controlling (CO), FI, and Fixed Assets modules.
• Proven experience designing, implementing, or operating project accounting frameworks within SAP.
• Extensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP, especially related to internal project costs, capitalization, and expense recognition.
• Ability to configure and troubleshoot SAP systems, working closely with technical teams.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with a collaborative approach to working across finance, IT, and operational teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or related field; professional certification (CPA or equivalent) preferred.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Prior experience leading SAP S/4HANA implementations or finance transformation projects.
• Knowledge of related SAP modules such as MM or SD that may interface with project accounting.
• Experience with automation technologies and continuous process improvement.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• 10+ years of relevant professional experience, including cross-functional project leadership.
• Hands-on experience in fast-paced, technology-driven environments, preferably within manufacturing or technology sectors.

Other Requirements:

• This role is a hybrid work arrangement, requiring 2-3 days in the office in the South Bay area.
• The position may involve some travel for project or system deployment activities.
• Candidates must be prepared to work closely with finance, IT, and project teams to ensure seamless implementation and ongoing support of SAP project accounting processes.