SAP Solution Architect – S/4HANA Finance & SAP Analytics Cloud (Planning & Reporting)Location: Dublin - 3 days a week on siteContract Type: 6 months contractIndustry: Asset Management / Financial ServicesThe RoleWe are looking for an experienced SAP Solution Architect to lead the design and delivery of an enterprise planning and reporting landscape built on SAP S/4HANA Finance and SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC).This role focuses on architecting integrated financial planning, cost allocation, and reporting capabilities aligned with complex fund management processes. You will work closely with finance, actuarial, and investment stakeholders to deliver scalable, audit-ready solutions supporting executive decision-making.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine end-to-end architecture integrating SAP S/4HANA Finance with SAP Analytics CloudDesign and implement cost allocation frameworks within S/4HANAArchitect segmental reporting structures supporting fund-level profitabilityDevelop SAC planning models covering:Fee income planning (ISIN / share class level)Delegate fee modellingOverhead cost allocationAsset depreciation & project planningWorkforce and personnel cost planningIntegrate S/4HANA actuals into SAC planning modelsDefine data flows across MDH, S/4HANA, Datasphere, and SACEstablish governance ensuring master data consistencyEnable scenario modelling for profitability and cost simulationsDesign executive dashboards and SAC reporting storiesEnsure VAT compliance and financial audit readinessImplement controls ensuring allocation accuracy and reporting integrityFacilitate workshops and provide solution walkthroughs to business stakeholdersRequired Experience12+ years' experience in SAP Finance and Planning solutionsStrong expertise in SAP S/4HANA Finance (GL, CO, Profitability Analysis)Proven experience with cost allocation and segmental reportingHands-on experience with SAP Analytics Cloud (Planning & Reporting)Experience integrating planning models with S/4HANA actualsUnderstanding of financial planning within fund management environmentsKnowledge of VAT compliance and indirect procurement workflowsStrong solution architecture, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skillsNice to HaveSAP certifications in S/4HANA Finance or SAC PlanningExperience within Asset Management / BFSIExposure to SAP Datasphere or similar integration platforms