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The work
The SAP Functional Lead is responsible for leading complex business analysis, solution design, testing, and delivery activities across SAP programs. This role provides leadership and direction to functional teams, ensuring alignment with project objectives, business requirements, and delivery commitments. The Functional Lead works closely with stakeholders, project leadership, architects, developers, and business teams to oversee SAP solution implementation, manage risks, and drive successful project outcomes. This position promotes collaboration, continuous improvement, and adherence to established delivery methodologies while mentoring team members and supporting the overall success of SAP initiatives.

Key responsibilities:

Lead and coordinate functional team activities across SAP project workstreams
Provide guidance and direction to functional team members, ensuring alignment with project goals and deliverables
Oversee SAP solution implementation activities to ensure business requirements are met
Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, timelines, milestones, and deliverables
Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement across project teams
Monitor project progress and proactively identify, communicate, and mitigate risks
Ensure adherence to delivery methodologies and project governance standards
Facilitate communication between functional, technical, and business teams to support effective project execution
Mentor and develop team members through coaching, knowledge sharing, and professional development activities
Stay current on SAP technologies, capabilities, and industry best practices to drive continuous improvement
Support project planning activities, including resource allocation, forecasting, and workload management
Align SAP project objectives with broader business and organizational goals

Here’s what you need:

Extensive experience leading SAP projects and SAP solution implementations
Proven leadership experience managing multiple teams in a fast‑paced environment
Strong knowledge of project delivery methodologies and best practices
Experience with project planning, resource allocation, and risk management
Strong communication, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills
Ability to align SAP initiatives with strategic business objectives
Experience mentoring and developing team members
Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement and innovation across project teams
Familiarity with SAP tools, technologies, and emerging industry trends

Eligibility requirements:

U.S. Citizenship required
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government security clearance

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As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is:

$153,300—$295,900 USD

What We Believe

As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.

Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an Affirmative Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

Requesting An Accommodation

Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

If you are being considered for employment opportunities with Accenture Federal Services and need an accommodation for a disability or religious observance during the interview process or for the job you are interviewing for, please speak with your recruiter.

Other Employment Statements

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.

Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.

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