Job Description
Consultant (SAP FICO)
John Keells Information Technology (Pvt) Ltd (JKIT), the advisory and technical IT services branch of John Keells Holdings PLC (the premier conglomerate on the Colombo Stock Exchange), stands as an international leader in professional services, reshaping organizations through advanced digital answers. Guided by a philosophy centered on Cloud, Mobile, and AI, and bolstered by alliances with global giants like Microsoft, SAP, and Salesforce, JKIT specializes in Strategy, Advisory, Digital, Tech, and Operations for major global corporations. We facilitate business creativity, flexibility, expansion, and protection. JKIT has provided numerous recognized solutions to prominent clients across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
We are seeking qualified professionals for the role of Consultant – Finance and Controlling. The successful applicant will answer to the Principal Consultant.
The Consultant – Finance and Controlling will be responsible for:
- Delivering specialized knowledge in SAP Finance and Controlling (FICO) for the deployment and sustained maintenance of systems.
- Collaborating intimately with the SAP initiatives group to set up, deploy, and assist SAP Finance and Controlling components according to corporate needs.
- Offering specialized perspectives and suggestions on Finance and Controlling business scenarios, matching sector standards, to guarantee precise SAP commercial and operational setups for the FICO component.
The ideal candidate should possess:
- A University degree in Management or Information Technology, or professional certification from CIMA, ICASL, or ACCA.
- At least 7 years of total professional background, with a minimum of 2 years specifically in a comparable SAP FICO advisory capacity.
- Direct configuration and deployment experience in no fewer than three (03) comprehensive SAP project lifecycles.
- Experience and functional understanding of supplementary SAP components like Management Accounting, Treasury, Sales and Distribution (SD), Production Planning (PP), or Business Intelligence (BI) (considered a clear benefit).
Job Data Table
| Category | Details |
| Company Name | John Keells Information Technology (PVT) |
| Location | Colombo, Sri Lanka |
| Locality | Colombo |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
| City | Colombo |
| Region | Western Province |
| Job Type | Full-time (Consulting & Professional Services) |
| Salaries | Not Specified |
| Experience Level | Minimum 7 years (2+ years in SAP FICO) |
| Travel | Not Specified |
| Language | English (Implied) |
| Benefits | Not Specified |
Skills & Competency Table
| Skill / Competency | Proficiency Level |
| SAP FICO Configuration | Expert |
| Full Lifecycle Implementations (3+) | Expert |
| Financial Accounting (CIMA/ACCA/ICASL) | Professional |
| Cross-Module Integration (SD/PP/BI) | Advanced |
| Business Process Mapping | Advanced |
| Technical Support & Troubleshooting | Proficient |
Job Summary
This high-level consulting role involves implementing and optimizing SAP FICO modules for global enterprises. The Consultant provides deep technical and functional expertise to align SAP systems with complex financial business requirements. This position requires a seasoned professional with multiple full-lifecycle project experiences and strong integration knowledge with other SAP modules.
FAQs
What is the minimum experience required for this role?
You need at least 7 years of total experience, with at least 2 years specifically in an SAP FICO consulting capacity.
How many SAP implementations should I have completed?
The ideal candidate must have hands-on experience in a minimum of three full lifecycle SAP projects.
What educational background is preferred?
A degree in Management or IT is required, or a professional accounting qualification such as CIMA, ACCA, or ICASL.
Which additional SAP modules are considered an advantage?
Knowledge of Management Accounting, Treasury, Sales and Distribution (SD), Production Planning (PP), or Business Intelligence (BI) is a definite plus.
To whom does this position report?
The selected candidate will report directly to the Principal Consultant at JKIT.
Expert Analysis
This role is critical for JKIT’s global delivery model. The requirement for three full-lifecycle projects suggests a need for consultants who can manage the “Hypercare” and “Go-live” phases independently. Integration knowledge (SD/PP) is vital here, as FICO acts as the financial backbone for all other operational modules in an ERP environment.
Location & Logistics Guide
The position is based in Colombo, the primary commercial and IT hub of Sri Lanka. Most JKIT operations are centralized here, providing access to a sophisticated corporate environment. As a global consultant, while based in Colombo, one should be prepared for virtual or physical collaboration with international stakeholders.
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Career Path
A Consultant can progress to a Principal Consultant or Solution Architect role within JKIT. Given the partnership with global leaders like SAP and Microsoft, there are also opportunities to move into specialized Project Management (SAP Delivery) or lead digital transformation initiatives for multinational clients within the John Keells Group.
Would you like me to help you map out the specific SAP FICO sub-modules (like AR, AP, or GL) usually required for these three full-lifecycle projects?