The R2R Test Lead (SAP FICO) is responsible for leading end-to-end testing activities across Record-to-Report (R2R) processes within SAP Finance transformation programs. The role will drive test strategy, planning, execution, defect management, stakeholder coordination, and go-live readiness activities to ensure successful implementation of SAP FICO solutions. The individual will serve as the primary point of contact for all testing activities related to Finance processes and ensure quality deliverables throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Define and implement the overall testing strategy for SAP FICO and R2R business processes.
Develop test plans, testing schedules, resource allocation plans, and quality assurance frameworks.
Ensure testing scope aligns with business objectives, project timelines, and release milestones.
Identify testing risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies.

Test Design & Execution

Lead System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Regression Testing, and End-to-End Testing activities.
Review and validate test scenarios, test scripts, and business process test cases.
Ensure complete requirement traceability through RTM (Requirement Traceability Matrix).
Coordinate testing activities across business, functional, technical, and integration teams.
Monitor test execution progress and ensure adherence to quality standards.
Establish defect management processes and testing governance frameworks.
Lead defect triage meetings and coordinate issue resolution activities.
Track, prioritize, and report defects throughout the testing lifecycle.
Monitor defect trends and recommend corrective actions to improve solution quality.




Ensure timely closure of critical and high-priority defects.

Stakeholder Management & Communication

Collaborate with Finance business users, project managers, functional consultants, and system integrators.
Conduct testing status reviews and provide regular progress updates to stakeholders.
Facilitate SIT/UAT readiness assessments and sign-off discussions.
Escalate critical risks, issues, and dependencies impacting project timelines.

Go-Live Readiness & Test Closure

Support production deployment and go-live readiness activities.
Validate completion of all testing deliverables and exit criteria.
Conduct testing closure assessments and lessons-learned sessions.
Prepare test closure reports and readiness recommendations for production deployment.
Ensure successful completion of SIT/UAT sign-offs before go-live.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related discipline.
8-10 years of experience in SAP testing with strong expertise in SAP FICO.
Proven experience leading testing activities in SAP Finance transformation programs.
Strong understanding of Record-to-Report (R2R) business processes and financial operations.
Experience managing large-scale SIT, UAT, regression, and end-to-end testing cycles.




Robust knowledge of software testing methodologies, quality assurance practices, and defect management.
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.

Technical Skills

SAP Finance Scope

SAP FICO (Finance & Controlling)
General Ledger Accounting (GL)
Accounts Payable (AP)
Accounts Receivable (AR)
Asset Accounting (AA)
Cost Center Accounting
Profit Center Accounting
Internal Orders
SAP S/4HANA Finance

Testing Expertise

Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM)
SIT & UAT Management
Defect Lifecycle Management
Regression Testing
End-to-End Business Process Testing
Go-Live Readiness Assessment
Test Reporting & Metrics

Tools & Skills

SAP Solution Manager
HP ALM / Quality Center
Jira
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)

Preferred Qualifications

SAP FICO Certification.
Experience in SAP S/4HANA Finance implementations.
ISTQB or equivalent testing certification.
PMP, Agile, Scrum, or SAFe certifications.
Experience working in large-scale ERP transformation programs.
Exposure to test automation tools and frameworks.
Experience working with global delivery teams and system integrators.
Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM)
Test Execution Reports
Defect Reports & Governance Dashboard
SIT Sign-off
UAT Sign-off
Go-Live Readiness Assessment
Test Closure Report

Critical Success Factors

Strong R2R Process Knowledge
Deep SAP FICO Expertise
Strong Stakeholder Management
Successful SIT/UAT Completion
Production Readiness Assurance
Quality-Focused Delivery Execution

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