Title: Senior Director, Global Finance SAP LeadPosition Type: Full-time, PermanentLocation: Toronto, ONWorking Model: Hybrid - up to 4 days per week in officeCompensation: $165K - $200K CAD per annum plus bonus and benefitsAbout Our ClientOur client is a leading global financial institution undertaking a major enterprise-wide Finance transformation initiative. As part of a multi-year modernization strategy, the organization is implementing a next-generation cloud-based Finance platform that will transform financial accounting, reporting, and ledger capabilities across multiple business lines and geographies.This highly visible program will establish a contemporary Product Subledger, Non-Product Subledger, and Enterprise General Ledger platform, enabling greater scalability, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and financial transparency across the enterprise.Technology, Finance, Operations, Risk, and Architecture teams are partnering closely to deliver one of the most significant Finance transformation programs within the organization.About the OpportunityWe are seeking a Senior Director, Global Finance SAP Lead to lead the end-to-end execution of a large-scale greenfield SAP Finance transformation program.This executive leadership role will serve as the primary bridge between technology leadership, Finance stakeholders, architecture teams, and delivery partners, ensuring successful implementation of enterprise-wide Product Subledger, Non-Product Subledger, and General Ledger capabilities.The successful candidate will bring deep experience leading large-scale SAP Finance programs within a Tier 1 financial institution or a leading consulting organization. This individual will combine executive-level leadership, stakeholder management, and transformation delivery expertise with a strong understanding of SAP Finance, subledger platforms, event-based accounting, and enterprise ledger modernization.This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior transformation leader who has successfully led complex SAP Finance implementations and can drive delivery across global teams, multiple workstreams, and executive stakeholders.What You'll DoLead the greenfield implementation of SAP-based Product Subledger, Non-Product Subledger, and Enterprise General Ledger capabilitiesDrive end-to-end program execution across architecture, design, configuration, integration, testing, deployment, and production readiness workstreamsEstablish delivery standards, governance frameworks, KPIs, and program controls to ensure successful outcomesPartner closely with Finance, Technology, Operations, Risk,



and Architecture leaders to align priorities and strategic objectivesServe as the primary delivery lead across functional, technical, data, and integration teamsProvide leadership for complex SAP Finance solution design, ensuring alignment with enterprise accounting and reporting requirementsOversee data migration, integration strategies, and enterprise ledger modernization initiativesEnsure adherence to SAP governance standards and global template design principlesDrive enterprise-wide stakeholder engagement and executive communicationsLead geographically distributed teams of consultants, architects, developers, analysts, and delivery partnersManage scope, risks, dependencies, budgets, and competing priorities across multiple workstreamsResolve complex delivery and technology challenges while maintaining alignment with enterprise architecture standardsEnsure the final platform is scalable, secure, resilient, and capable of supporting future business growthProvide thought leadership on Finance technology strategy, modernization, and regulatory requirementsBuild high-performing teams through coaching, mentorship, succession planning, and leadership developmentWhat You BringMust-Have Qualifications15+ years of SAP implementation and transformation experienceProven experience leading large-scale SAP Finance transformation programs within global financial institutions or top-tier consulting organizationsDeep expertise in Product Subledger, Financial Products Subledger (FPSL), Enterprise General Ledger, and event-based accounting environmentsExperience delivering greenfield SAP Finance implementations from strategy and design through deployment and stabilizationStrong understanding of Finance, accounting, and enterprise ledger processes within banking or financial services environmentsDemonstrated success leading multi-workstream programs involving architecture, integration, data migration, reporting, testing, and deploymentExperience establishing governance frameworks and managing global template design across multiple entities or business unitsExecutive-level stakeholder management experience,



including working with senior technology and business leadersProven ability to lead globally distributed teams across complex transformation initiativesStrong knowledge of enterprise architecture principles, SDLC methodologies, Agile delivery, and cloud-based platformsBachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Technology, Engineering, or a related disciplineNice-to-Have QualificationsExperience with SAP Financial Products Subledger (FPSL)Experience implementing SAP S/4HANA Finance solutionsBackground within Tier 1 banking, capital markets, wealth management, or global financial services organizationsPrevious experience with Deloitte, Accenture, EY, PwC, KPMG, IBM Consulting, or other leading consulting firmsExperience supporting enterprise accounting modernization and regulatory transformation initiativesKnowledge of enterprise data architecture, cybersecurity, and cloud transformation programsAdvanced degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or TechnologyWhat You'll Love About This OpportunityExecutive leadership role within a high-profile enterprise transformation programOpportunity to lead a greenfield implementation of a strategic global Finance platformSignificant visibility with senior business and technology leadershipInfluence the future-state Finance architecture of a leading financial institutionLead large-scale SAP Finance transformation initiatives with global reachWork alongside industry-leading Finance, Technology, and Architecture professionalsHigh-impact role with significant strategic and organizational influenceCompetitive executive compensation, performance bonus, and comprehensive advantages packageCollaborative and innovation-focused environment committed to modernization and continuous improvementImportantWe thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Only candidates meeting the above qualifications will be contacted for further discussions.We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Only candidates meeting the above qualifications will be contacted for further discussions.Akkodis Canada will never share your resume or any personal details without your explicit consent.Our Commitment:At Akkodis, part of The Adecco Group, our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. Together, we're making the future work for everyone. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Director, Global Finance Sap Lead (Toronto)
🏢 Akkodis
📍 Toronto