Master Data Governance for Finance Process Expert (SAP S/4HANA)

The main objective of LUCA program is to successfully upgrade METRO’s Finance to SAP S/4HANA to ensure business continuity and avoid security and compliance risks. The LUCA program is, in addition, a critical enabler of METRO’s strategy to achieve standardization, harmonization, and centralization.

Within this international transformation program, the SAP Master Data Governance for Finance (MDG-F) Specialist supports the governance and quality of financial master data. The role focuses on ensuring consistency, transparency, and alignment between finance processes and system solutions.

This is a unique opportunity to join a large-scale SAP transformation and build expertise in financial master data governance. We are looking for analytical, ambitious individuals eager to grow in a complex system environment. Previous SAP implementation experience is welcome, but not mandatory.  

 

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a contact point for MDG-F-related topics within the project and with implementation partners
• Support implementation and governance of financial and controlling master data in SAP S/4HANA (e.g. GL accounts, cost centers, profit centers)
• Collaborate with Finance, IT, external partners, and project stakeholders to ensure data consistency and alignment with business requirements
• Work closely with different parties to understand existing AS-IS processes and support their transformation into the new TO-BE system environment
• Maintain and support data standards, naming conventions, and governance procedures
• Contribute to data quality monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support data harmonization activities during rollout preparation
• Participate in cross-functional finance and transformation activities
• Assist in post-go-live stabilization and issue resolution
• Identify opportunities to optimize data-related processes and improve efficiency

Why This Role

• Entry point into a large-scale international SAP S/4HANA transformation
• Opportunity to develop highly valuable SAP and data governance expertise
• Strong learning curve and career growth potential
• Work in a collaborative, cross-functional and international environment

What We Are Looking For

Mindset & Core Skills

• Strong logical and analytical thinking
• Ability to quickly understand complex systems and processes
• Structured and solution-oriented approach
• High attention to detail and data accuracy
• Proactive attitude and ownership mindset
• Motivation to grow within an international SAP transformation environment

Education & Knowledge

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, IT, or related field
• Understanding of financial accounting principles and how they translate into system structures such as general ledger, chart of accounts, postings, and financial reporting
• 1-3 years of working experience with finance processes (preferably within GA area) and/or finance master data management

Experience (Advantage, Not Mandatory)

• Exposure to ERP systems or data-related processes
• Familiarity with SAP (e.g., FI/CO or MDG) is a plus
• Experience in project or transformation environments is beneficial

 

Other Requirements

• Excellent command of English (written and spoken)
• Availability for regular international travel is required

We provide: 

• Stable employment in an international corporation, which is constantly growing
• Chance to expand knowledge and experience in various areas
• Private medical care and group insurance, also for family members
• Cash benefits as part of the Social Benefits Fund, i.e., Christmas allowance
• Higher salary if you know an additional language
• Co-financed sports card
• Team and company integrations after hours
• Hybrid or remote work