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Leads global accounting process design and documentation for SAP S/4HANA implementation. Responsibilities include comparing legacy ERP processes with SAP functionality, defining future-state processes, creating and executing finance testing, validating converted data, resolving process and configuration issues, assessing controls and accounting compliance, and supporting cutover and stabilization. The role coordinates Accounting, Finance, IT, implementation partners, global process owners, and regional teams across Record-to-Report, Procure-to-Pay, Order-to-Cash, fixed assets, intercompany, and close processes.
Grant Thornton is seeking a ERP Global Finance Process Lead to join the team. Approved office locations can be found below.
Responsible for documenting global accounting processes and procedures, supporting SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud implementation activities, developing and executing finance testing and transactional data validation, and identifying gaps between legacy general ledger environments and SAP S/4HANA global processes. Acts as the liaison between Accounting, Finance, IT, and implementation partners to ensure accounting requirements are properly designed, tested, documented, and deployed.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, document, and maintain accounting process narratives, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and control documentation for SAP S/4HANA and other integrated systems as applicable.
- Analyze current-state accounting procedures across multiple international regions and legal entities, comparing legacy ERP to SAP S/4HANA standard functionality and identify process gaps.
- Define future-state accounting processes aligned with global SAP templates and Grant Thornton global policies and local statutory reporting.
- Create test scenarios, scripts, and expected accounting results for Record-to-Report, Procure to Pay, Order to Sales, Fixed Assets, Intercompany, and Close processes.
- Execute finance-related User Acceptance Testing (UAT), integration testing, and business process validation activities.
- Validate data conversion and reconciliation results between legacy systems and SAP S/4HANA.
- Work with business stakeholders to resolve process, configuration, and reporting issues discovered during testing.
- Evaluate compliance with US GAAP, IFRS, and company accounting policies.
- Identify risks, control gaps, and process improvement opportunities during implementation.
- Support cutover, go-live, and post-implementation stabilization activities.
- Coordinate with global process owners and regional finance teams to standardize accounting procedures.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
- 5+ years of global accounting process management
- 2+ years SAP financial systems hands-on experience.
- Strong knowledge of General Ledger, Fixed Assets, AP, AR, Intercompany, and Financial Close processes.
- Experience writing SOPs, business process documentation, and control narratives.
- Multiple entity or global accounting environments
- Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills.
- SAP S/4HANA Finance implementation experience.
- Knowledge of ERP migrations and finance transformation programs.
- Experience supporting UAT, SIT, and finance process testing.
Preferred Experience
- Ledger migrations and chart-of-accounts redesign.
- Finance transformation or ERP modernization initiatives.
- Working with implementation partners and global process templates.
The base salary range for this position is between $120,000 and $207,000 Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton’s discretion, and it is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job -related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity. At Grant Thornton, compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.
About UsAt Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ― and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services.
In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.
Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets. About the TeamThe team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:
• Whether it's your work location, weekly schedule, or flex time off, we empower you with the options to work the way that it best serves your clients and your life. Consistent with the firm's hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least three days per week, either at a GT office or client site.
• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.
• We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at www.gt.com/careers
• When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com/careers
Here’s what you can expect next:
If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at www.gt.com/careers.
Benefits:
We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits
- Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
- Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.
Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.
Additional Details:
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