SAP Group Reporting & Analytics Lead 894789/1

For one of our key clients, a large and established insurance company in the Zurich region, we are currently looking for an experienced SAP Group Reporting Lead to support a major Finance Transformation initiative.This is a long-term, multi-year project focusing on the implementation of SAP Group Reporting Public Cloud and the transformation of the Group Finance reporting landscape.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the reporting work stream within the wider SAP Group Reporting programme, including design, build, testing and deployment to business users.Define the target reporting architecture for SAP Group Reporting, leveraging SAP Embedded Analytics, SAP Business Data Cloud and Databricks.Design data views, virtual data models and semantic layers that provide a single source of truth for Group Reporting.Design analytical views and reports that consume SAP Group Reporting data.Translate business requirements into concrete reports, dashboards and analytical models.Drive the build of:SAP Fiori / Embedded Analytics reportsSelf-service analytics via SAP Business Data CloudAnalytical models and data products in Databricks where neededCoordinate data integration and data flows between SAP Group Reporting, SAP Business Data Cloud and Databricks in close collaboration with IT and data teams.Ensure reporting solutions are accurate, controlled and aligned with Group Finance requirements, including IFRS, management reporting and KPIs.Run workshops with Group Finance, BU Finance and other stakeholders to capture and prioritise reporting needs.Own the work stream plan, milestones, dependencies and risks and provide regular status updates to programme management.Coordinate design, build, SIT/UAT and deployment activities for reporting solutions.Prepare cutover and handover to BAU, including documentation, training and support model.Define test strategy, test cases and acceptance criteria for reporting solutions.Coordinate test execution with Finance and IT, manage defects and ensure resolution before go-live.Your ProfilePractical experience with:SAP Embedded Analytics, e.g. CDS views and Fiori reportingCloud-based data and analytics platforms such as SAP Business Data Cloud, Databricks or similarHands-on experience with SAP Group Reporting or comparable SAP consolidation/reporting tools, e.g. S/4HANA Finance, BPC or BW/4HANA.Strong experience in Group Reporting/consolidation and financial close processes, including month-end, quarter-end and year-end.Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance or Finance/IT.Proven track record of leading a work stream or project within a Finance/IT transformation programme.Experience in planning, tracking and delivering milestones and managing risks and dependencies.Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to work effectively with Group Finance, BU Finance, IT, data teams and external partners.Experience with SIT/UAT, test case definition and defect management.Exposure to change management and handover to BAU, including training, manuals and support processes.Fluent English; additional languages are an advantage.Experience working in complex, global programmes, preferably within the insurance or financial services sector.Strong collaboration skills and a "one team" attitude, supporting both Finance and IT colleagues.Assignment DetailsClient: Large, established insurance company

Location: Zurich region, SwitzerlandWorking model: Mainly on-site in ZurichStart: November 2026 / as soon as possibleDuration: Long-term, multi-year projectProject: Finance Transformation / SAP Group Reporting implementation