10/05/2026 updated

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Finance Transformation Leader | Solution Architect | SAP S/4HANA

HANDEN, Sweden
Worldwide
Bachelor's degree in Economics, Major in Accounting and Business Data Processing
HANDEN, Sweden
Worldwide
Bachelor's degree in Economics, Major in Accounting and Business Data Processing

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Catalin Holman Resume 2026.pdf

Data GovernanceInternational FinanceSAP ERPSAP COSAP Customizing/KonfigurationSAP FI/COSAP FinancialsSAP Functional ConsultingSAP HANASAP SDSolution ArchitectureFinance Transformation
SAP S/4HANA Solution Architecture
Deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA solution design and architecture, covering end-to-end Finance and Controlling workstreams, global template deployment across 10+ countries, and integration of SAP AI capabilities to enhance automation and process efficiency.

Finance Transformation & ERP Strategy
Extensive experience leading large-scale Finance transformation programs, including ERP strategy and governance, operating model design, process harmonization, and data governance improvements across complex global organizations.

M&A Integration & ERP Data Migration
Proven track record in leading ERP data migration strategies and execution for mergers and acquisitions, ensuring seamless integration of financial data across acquired entities and maintaining data accuracy throughout the process.

Master Data Governance
Establishment of Finance master data governance frameworks and ownership models across business domains, ensuring data quality and consistency across enterprise systems.

Global Process Standardization
Design and implementation of standardized global Finance processes and ERP templates, repositioning ERP systems from transactional platforms to strategic sources of business insight.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management
Governance of external system integrators and consulting partners, managing delivery scope, milestones and performance expectations while driving alignment across Finance, IT and business stakeholders.

SAP FI/CO Configuration & Rollout
Configuration of SAP FI/CO solutions and support of end-to-end deployment activities across multiple countries including Brazil, India, Romania, Germany, Taiwan and China, including fit-gap workshops and data migration strategies.

Digital Transformation & Business-IT Alignment
Bridging Finance and IT at both operational and decision-making levels, translating business needs into scalable system solutions and driving digital modernization through structured ERP architecture and process automation.

Change Management
Partnership with Change Management teams to drive stakeholder engagement, business readiness and adoption of standardized Finance processes, including training development and User Acceptance Testing coordination.

E-Commerce & Order-to-Cash ERP Solutions
Leadership of SAP solution architecture and delivery across global Order-to-Cash and Return-to-Cash processes, supporting complex digital e-commerce initiatives including cross-border sales, drop-shipment and third-party marketplaces.

Experience

Professional experience10+ years
Freelancer since2015

Languages

EnglishFluentItalianBasic knowledgeRomanianNative speaker

Project history

Digital Finance Lead & Solution Architect

Volvo Cars
Led the Finance and Controlling workstream for a strategic SAP S/4HANA transformation, aligning business stakeholders, IT teams and implementation partners. Designed end-to-end Finance and Controlling solutions supporting a new automotive mega factory and future global template deployment. Drove collaboration across Finance, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Enterprise Architecture teams. Governed external system integrators and consulting partners. Served on the ERP Design Authority Board. Established Finance master data governance frameworks. Contributed to the adoption of SAP AI capabilities.

SAP Technical Consultant / Accountant / SAP FI/CO Business Analyst

BearingPoint / InBev
Earlier roles as SAP Technical Consultant at BearingPoint, Accountant at InBev, and SAP FI/CO Business Analyst at InBev.

ERP Lead Architect - Online Sales

H&M
Led SAP solution architecture and delivery across global Order-to-Cash and Return-to-Cash processes supporting H&M's online business expansion. Defined Finance and ERP solution strategy for complex digital e-commerce initiatives. Led the Finance and ERP workstream for Brexit readiness. Provided solution architecture leadership for tax compliance, e-invoicing, digital signatures and local regulatory requirements. Facilitated delivery governance across Product Management, Engineering and Business teams within an agile operating model. Mentored and developed software engineers and solution specialists.

Finance Transformation Manager / Merger and Acquisitions (M&A) Lead

Smiths Detection
Led the Finance workstream within a global SAP transformation program, implementing a new Finance Operating Model and enabling data-driven decision-making. Designed a global Profitability Analysis reporting solution. Implemented standardized Cost of Goods Manufactured models. Coordinated internal teams, external system integrators and stakeholders. Partnered with Change Management teams to drive stakeholder engagement and adoption. Led ERP integration and financial data migration activities during the acquisition of Morpho Detection.

ERP Deployment Manager

Bombardier Transportation
Managed ERP template evolution, service change requests and functional specifications, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards, accounting policies and audit requirements. Led the strategic implementation of the SAP Shared Service Framework for Bombardier's global Finance Shared Service Centers, standardizing master data governance and approval workflows. Managed and developed an international ERP team of 4 direct reports, providing coaching, performance management and career development support.

SAP FI/CO Application Expert

Bombardier Transportation
Supported global SAP Finance and Controlling rollouts across Brazil, India, Romania, Germany, Taiwan and China. Facilitated fit-gap workshops balancing local business requirements with global template standards. Configured SAP FI/CO solutions and supported end-to-end deployment activities. Prepared data migration strategies from legacy systems to SAP. Created training manuals and exercises for local key users, delivered functional training and coordinated User Acceptance Testing.

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