Senior Manager, SAP Project Accounting

About this role

Senior Manager, SAP Project Accounting

Contract Type:

Contract

Location:

Santa Clara - CA

Industry:

Accounting

Contact Name:

DWC House Account

Contact Email:

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Date Published:

10-09-2026

Salary:

$100 - $150 Per Hour

Job ID:

40183

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Senior Manager, SAP Project Accounting and lead the strategic design and implementation of project accounting within a cutting-edge SAP S/4HANA environment. In this pivotal role, you will establish scalable frameworks, configure complex project accounting systems, and drive automation to enhance financial processes for internal projects. As a key member of the Corporate Controllership team, you will influence how internal project costs are tracked, valued, and closed, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and supporting strategic decision-making.

What You Will Do

• Lead the design and ongoing operation of SAP Project Accounting, including project and WBS structures, cost collection, settlement, and project close processes
• Establish governance and best practices for tracking and managing internal projects within SAP
• Collaborate with FP&A, project owners, IT, Procurement, Fixed Assets, and other teams to ensure precise project cost capture and classification
• Oversee accounting activities during month-end, including accruals, capitalization, project settlement, and reconciliations
• Develop policies, controls, and analytics to ensure transparent, automated, and consistent project accounting processes
• Serve as the SAP Project Accounting expert, guiding system configuration, testing, and user training
• Drive continuous improvements, automation initiatives, and process efficiencies

Required Skills

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience with deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA, particularly SAP Project System (PS), Controlling (CO), FI, and Fixed Assets modules
• Proven experience designing, implementing, or operating project accounting frameworks within SAP
• Extensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP related to internal project costs, capitalization, and expense recognition
• Strong ability to configure and troubleshoot SAP systems, collaborating effectively with technical teams
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred

Nice to Have Skills

• Experience leading SAP S/4HANA implementations or large-scale finance transformations
• Knowledge of SAP modules such as MM or SD that interface with project accounting
• Familiarity with automation technologies and ongoing process improvement

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
• 10+ years of relevant professional experience, including cross-functional project leadership in technology-driven environments

Other Requirements

• Hybrid work arrangement in the South Bay area with 2-3 days onsite
• Occasional travel for system deployment or project activities
• Ability to work closely with finance, IT, and project teams to ensure seamless SAP project accounting operations

DeWinter Group and Maris Consulting is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We post pay scales which are based on our client pay ranges. DeWinter, Maris, and our clients have the right to modify the requirements of the role which can impact the pay ranges posted.