SAP FICO Functional Consultant at Pepkor Lifestyle

Job Description

• Our IT Department is looking for an energetic individual to join our dynamic team. We are looking for a Senior SAP FI/CO Consultant who will be responsible for ensuring SAP systems operate reliably and efficiently and to maintain the integrity of the SAP environment.

Job Purpose 

• The Functional Consultant: FICO is responsible for configuring and testing SAP and other 3rd party FICO functions and module solutions, as well as troubleshooting and resolution of technical problems. '
• The Functional Consultant: FICO is responsible for writing functional and test specifications, as well as training and testing material. The Functional Consultant: FICO is responsible for providing user support and assistance for 3rd level incidents, and resolving business as usual issues aligned to operations and service processes.

Key Dials: 

• Make recommendations to optimise FICO processes, policies and procedures.
• Adhere to all IT Governance Frameworks including policies, procedures, processes and standards.
• Identify suitable solutions to new and existing business requirements (changes and projects), and ensure effective resolution of problems and incidents.
• Produce portfolio and status reporting in a timely manner and aligned to the agreed communications plan for all relevant stakeholders.
• Update and maintain known error database, knowledge base, configuration database as well as testing and training material, and implement a continuous improvement plan to improve the portfolio solutions.
• Effectively manage and develop self to deliver on agreed individual and team objectives.

Minimum qualification and Experience 

• 3 year IT related degree (advantageous) (e.g., Finance, Accounting, Business, or related).
• Certified in TOGAF, Agile Methodologies and certified in COBIT prince ll (advantageous), 
• Proven experience a SAP FICO Functional Consultant having functional knowledge of SAP FICO (GL, AR, AP, FA, PCA, CCA, and new GL) including interfaces, data migration and integration.
• Knowledge of SAP FICO integration with HCM and understanding of SAP development concepts, guidelines and SAP architecture. 
• Proficiency in SAP FICO module configuration and business processes, Strong knowledge of SAP integration with other modules, such as SAP MM and SAP SD. 
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. 
• Strong communication and client-facing skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Knowledge of retail industry models and understanding of the Pepkor Lifestyle and finance operating model and value chain.
• Certified in TOGAF, Agile Methodologies (advantageous)
• Certified in COBIT Prince II (advantageous)
• Certified in ITIL 3 (required)
• SAP Specialist Certification - FICO (advantageous)

Position outputs/competencies 

• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to gather and analyse business requirements. 
• 3 or more years in SAP design and configuration experience, 2 years of Agile experience.
• Design, configure, and implement SAP FICO solutions, including General Ledger,  Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Asset Accounting, Cost centre  Accounting, and Profitability Analysis. 
• Lead and contribute to SAP FICO projects, ensuring successful deployments and  integration with other SAP modules. 
• Provide expertise in resolving SAP FICO-related issues and offer ongoing support.
• Optimize and enhance existing SAP FICO solutions to improve financial processes and efficiency. 
• Developing documentation, provide training, and support end-users. 
• Staying current with SAP FICO best practices and industry trends.
• Customer orientation and driving change.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

Closing Date 30 June 2026