SAP Accounting Master Data Senior Consultant

About the role

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a SAP Accounting Master Data Senior Consultant based in United States. This is a fully remote opportunity at the intersection of accounting, financial data governance, and enterprise technology.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter expert for SAP Accounting Master Data, ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and governance of critical financial structures.
• Manage and maintain financial master data, including General Ledger accounts, Cost Centers, Profit Centers, global hierarchies, validation tables, and other SAP accounting objects.
• Align financial data structures with organizational objectives, accounting requirements, and evolving business needs.
• Analyze complex accounting, financial, and system issues, identify root causes, and implement sustainable solutions.
• Support and lead SAP enhancements, testing activities, system upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Finance, Technology, and business stakeholders to improve processes and optimize master data management practices.
• Develop and implement data controls, standards, and governance processes that promote accuracy, consistency, and compliance.
• Translate complex financial and technical information into clear recommendations and actionable solutions for diverse stakeholder groups.
• Lead moderately complex projects and initiatives, coordinating cross-functional contributors to deliver agreed business outcomes.
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, improve reporting capabilities, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Provide expert guidance in resolving accounting system and technology issues that affect multiple business areas.
• Contribute to enterprise initiatives involving financial reporting, data quality, operational excellence, and system optimization.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in accounting, financial systems, SAP master data, financial reporting, or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, accounting processes, and enterprise financial systems.
• Demonstrated experience managing or governing master data within SAP or comparable ERP environments.
• Experience supporting SAP accounting processes, month-end close activities, system testing, enhancements, or upgrades.
• Knowledge of master data governance, internal controls, financial reporting structures, and process optimization.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate complex issues and navigate ambiguity.
• Strong project management capabilities and the ability to coordinate cross-functional initiatives.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex financial and technical concepts clearly.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence partners across Finance, Technology, and business functions.
• Passion for data quality, continuous improvement, operational excellence, and efficient financial processes.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multiple teams in a fast-paced enterprise environment.
• Willingness to complete a background investigation as part of the hiring process.
• Able to work remotely with a dedicated, private workspace and reliable internet connection.

Benefits

• Annual compensation of $65,600–$110,075, based on experience and qualifications.
• Fully remote work opportunity.
• Comprehensive technology setup, including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse.
• Monthly connectivity reimbursement to help offset internet costs when working from home.
• Opportunity to work at the intersection of Accounting, Data Governance, and Technology.
• Exposure to cross-functional leaders and enterprise-wide financial initiatives.
• Opportunities to drive meaningful improvements in reporting, data quality, operational efficiency, and financial systems.
• Career development through challenging projects and opportunities to expand technical, financial, and strategic expertise.
• A collaborative environment focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and meaningful business impact.