We are working with a leading pharmaceutical organisation delivering a large-scale SAP S/4HANA transformation across its European operations.They require a Senior SAP FICO Consultant to join them on a 12-month freelance contract engagement.This role will focus on designing, configuring, and optimising SAP Finance and Controlling processes within an S/4HANA environment, supporting core financial transformation across the organisation.Key Responsibilities: • Lead configuration and functional delivery across SAP FI (GL, AP, AR, AA) and CO (CCA, PCA, CO-PA) modules • Support end-to-end Record-to-Report (R2R) and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) financial processes within S/4HANA • Design and optimise financial reporting aligned with S/4HANA Universal Journal (ACDOCA) principles • Collaborate with MM, SD, and Supply Chain teams to ensure seamless financial integration • Support data migration, testing cycles (SIT/UAT), and go-live preparation activities • Provide guidance on local statutory requirements and IFRS compliance • Troubleshoot complex finance-related issues during implementation and stabilisation phases • Contribute to documentation, process design, and knowledge transfer activities • Act as a senior advisor to finance stakeholders during transformation milestonesRequired Skills & Qualifications: • 7+ years of hands-on SAP FICO consulting experience • Proven experience working on SAP S/4HANA finance implementations • Strong knowledge of FI (GL, AP, AR, Asset Accounting) and CO (Cost Centre, Profit Centre, CO-PA) • Experience within regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals or life sciences is highly advantageous • Solid understanding of financial integration points with MM and SD • Experience supporting full project lifecycles, including testing and go-live • Strong analytical and stakeholder communication skills • Ability to operate independently within hybrid or remote project environments • Fluent in English; Portuguese is advantageousContract Details: •Duration:12 months •Engagement:Freelance •Location:Portugal (hybrid, potentially remote) •Start Date:Immediate •Project:SAP S/4HANA pharmaceutical transformation programmeThis is an excellent opportunity for aSenior SAP FICO Consultantto play a key role in a high-impact S/4HANA finance transformation within the pharmaceutical sector — offering strong project ownership, long-term engagement, and flexibility in working model.