SAP Proposal to Reward (P2R) SME

Company: Accenture Federal Services
Location: Washington
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000 people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward! The work This role serves as the primary Proposal to Reward (P2R) Subject Matter Expert for S/4HANA implementations. They will focus on the end-to-end management of Client financial assistance, from program announcement and application through to the legal obligation of funds. The SME ensures that all grant-making activities comply with 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance), the Client Financial Management Policy Manual (FMPM), and the Standard Line of Accounting (SLOA). This role is pivotal in ensuring that Client Grantor operations (such as those within the Office of Naval Research) are fully integrated into the S/4HANA digital core for real-time visibility and auditability. The P2R SME is responsible for bridging the gap between Client Program Offices and technical implementation teams. Key responsibilities: Architect the lifecycle for Client-specific grant programs, ensuring that application schemas, evaluation criteria, and award templates meet the specific needs of Client Systems Commands (SYSCOMs) and Research Labs Ensure that grant awards and obligations are correctly coded to the Standard Line of Accounting (SLOA) and Standard Information Design (SID), facilitating automated reporting to the Treasury and DoD Design the logic for how grant awards trigger Commitments and Obligations within the Client’s 3-dimensional budget structure (Fund, Funds Center, Commitment Item) Ensure that the P2R process adheres to DATA Act requirements and the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA) Lead the functional design of interfaces between S/4HANA and external federal systems, including Grants.gov, SAM.gov, and USASpending.gov Guide Client stakeholders through S/4HANA Grantor best practices, minimizing custom code while addressing unique Client workflows for merit review, technical evaluation, and legal sufficiency Utilize BRFplus (Business Rule Framework) to automate eligibility checking and risk assessments for grant applicants, reducing manual administrative burdens on Client personnel Ensure the P2R process captures and links all Key Supporting Documents (KSDs)—including Grant Agreements and Award Letters—to the financial transaction to ensure an unmodified audit opinion Provide expert guidance on how S/4HANA can provide a "Single Source of Truth" for Client financial assistance, improving transparency for the CLIENT CFO and leadership Provide training on Client-specific grant nomenclature and the specialized accounting rules associated with Basic Research (6.1) through General Purpose funding Here’s what you need: 10 years of experience in SAP Grants Management (GM) and Public Sector Management (PSM), with a deep understanding of the S/4HANA financial architecture Subject Matter Expertise in DoD Financial Assistance, including familiarity with the DoD Grant and Agreement Regulations (DoDGARs) Proven track record in Federal ERP Implementations, specifically managing the transition from legacy grant systems to an integrated S/4HANA environment Strong understanding of Federal Budgetary Accounting, including the lifecycle of appropriation and the prompt recording of obligations Nice to have: Familiarity with client-specific systems (e.g., ERP, STARS, or legacy grant portals) and their integration points with S/4HANA Bachelor's degree in a related field Eligibility requirements: US Citizen (no dual citizenship) Must be eligible to obtain a government Secret Clearance Willingness to travel up to 25% LI-Platforms 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, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland . 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, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is: $148,800 - $306,500 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. 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