Rahul Bhatia

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Rahul Bhatia is a visionary Financial Solution Architect with 19 years of experience in SAP, specializing in end-to-end finance architecture, digital transformation, and enterprise-wide SAP S/4HANA implementations. With a rare blend of technical mastery and strategic foresight, they have transformed financial ecosystems across multiple industries, delivering intelligent, scalable, and future-ready solutions.

Renowned for their expertise in AI, Machine Learning (ML), and Cloud Solutions, Rahul Bhatia has been at the forefront of integrating predictive analytics, intelligent automation, and data-driven decision-making into modern financial operations. Their ability to harness AI-driven insights and cloud-native architectures has empowered organizations to achieve unprecedented levels of efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.

A recognized leader in Digital Finance Architecture and Integration, Rahul Bhatia designs and implements intelligent, cloud-first financial ecosystems that seamlessly connect with enterprise applications, regulatory frameworks, and next-generation technologies. Their work ensures businesses remain resilient, agile, and ready for the demands of an ever-evolving financial landscape.

Beyond their technical expertise, Rahul Bhatia is a trusted advisor and industry thought leader, known for their ability to bridge the gap between finance and technology. Their passion for innovation, automation, and strategic transformation has made them a driving force in reshaping how businesses approach financial architecture in the digital era.

With an unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, Rahul Bhatia continues to redefine the future of finance, AI-powered decision-making, and enterprise integration, helping businesses unlock new opportunities and drive sustainable growth.

Work Experiences

HCLTech · Full-time
Sep 2024 - Present · 1 yr 8 mos

London Area, United Kingdom · Hybrid

Leading HCL Technologies’ most strategically significant public-sector finance transformation programmes for UK local authorities. Architecting cloud-native SAP S/4HANA systems managing GBP 1 billion+ in annual public expenditure. Deploying AI-driven capabilities including automated GR/IR reconciliation, Joule AI Assistant, and SAP Multi-Bank Connectivity (MBC). Reduced financial closing timelines by more than 40%. Creator of DFRA™ and FAST™ proprietary frameworks which are adopted across Fortune 500 and FTSE enterprises.

Masterclass with SAP · Part-time
Apr 2025 - Present · 1 yr 1 mo

Online · Remote

Evaluating and certifying competency of emerging SAP architects. Mentoring 18 senior professionals across five countries (UK, US, India, Japan, Singapore).

Nuaav · Part-time
Jul 2024 - Present · 1 yr 10 mos
Strategic advisory on SAP cloud adoption and AI-driven enterprise architecture
SAP, SAP S/4HANA and +4 skills

Scania Group · Contract
Dec 2022 - Apr 2025 · 2 yrs 5 mos

adidas · Contract
Jul 2021 - Dec 2022 · 1 yr 6 mos
Machine Learning, SAP S/4HANA and +3 skills

Deloitte · Contract
Jul 2021 - Nov 2021 · 5 mos
Client - Hitachi

AkzoNobel · Contract
Apr 2020 - Jul 2021 · 1 yr 4 mos

Netherlands

Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and +2 skills

DLG Group · Contract
Jul 2019 - Mar 2020 · 9 mos

Copenhagen Metropolitan Area

S/4 HANA CFIN 1809 - Greenfield Implementation
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Digital Finance Architecture and +1 skill

Boehringer Ingelheim · Contract
Aug 2018 - Jun 2019 · 11 mos
Responsible for: WeBuy -Ariba (Indirect Procurement)
Direct Procurement
Ariba Sourcing
FI-GL, FI-AP
Data Migration - MDM (Vendors/PIR/Source List/AP Open Items)
Digital Finance Architecture

Coach · Contract
Apr 2018 - Jul 2018 · 4 mos
SAP CFIN Implementation (1709), Universal Ledger, COPA (Actual Based)
FMS Project - S/4 HANA 1709
CAR (Customer Activity Repository)
POS
ARIBA - Procurement, ECC Payments,
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Finance Architecture

Seqirus · Contract
Dec 2016 - Mar 2018 · 1 yr 4 mos

London Area, United Kingdom

Project - EDGE
Implementation, Roll outs
Data Migration, S/4 Hana
Digital Finance Architecture and Financial Technology Integration
Indus Services Limited
5 yrs 6 mos

Full-time
Oct 2012 - Mar 2018 · 5 yrs 6 mos
Skills: Digital Finance Architecture, Financial Technology Integration

Contract
Feb 2013 - May 2013 · 4 mos

United Kingdom

Worked as a Lead SAP FICO/FICA Consultant with Indus and their Client Partners.
Skills: Digital Finance Architecture, Financial Technology Integration

Indivior · Contract
Mar 2016 - Dec 2016 · 10 mos
Project - Imagine
Implementation, Roll out, S4/HANA Global deployment
Digital Finance Architecture and Financial Technology Integration

SAP FICO LEAD/S4 HANA CONSULTANT

Accenture - Contract
Jan 2016 - Mar 2016 · 3 mos

London Area, United Kingdom

Project - RFC Factory
Working for one of the biggest pharma clients in the UK. Working on SAP S4/Simple Finance deployment within the EUROPE.
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Digital Finance Architecture and +1 skill

GSK · Contract
Jan 2014 - Dec 2015 · 2 yrs

London Area, United Kingdom

Digital Finance Architecture and Financial Technology Integration

The National Lottery Community Fund · Contract
May 2013 - Dec 2013 · 8 mos

West Midlands, England, United Kingdom

Worked as a SAP FICO/FICA Consultant with one of the biggest lottery fund organisations in the UK.
Digital Finance Architecture and Financial Technology Integration

ABeam Consulting · Contract
Oct 2012 - Jan 2013 · 4 mos

Singapore

Worked as a SAP FICO Consultant for Wildlife Reserves Singapore on a Project with Abeam Consulting
Digital Finance Architecture and Financial Technology Integration

SAP FICO Implementation Lead

Fujitsu Technology Solutions · Contract
Apr 2012 - Aug 2012 · 5 mos

United Kingdom

Worked as a SAP CO LEAD CONSULTANT - Leading FMCG Client in the Industry.
Digital Finance Architecture and Financial Technology Integration

SAP FINANCE LEAD ARCHITECT

Panasonic · Contract
Apr 2011 - Dec 2011 · 9 mos

United Kingdom

Worked as a SAP CO Architect with one of the Biggest Global Manufacturing Giant in the Electronic Industry.
(COPA) CO - Analytic Activity Based Costing, Material Ledger
CO - CCA, Internal Orders
CO - Profit Center Accounting
CO - Report Painter, Report Writer
CO-PC Product Costing
Internal Orders
Creating Functional Specifications
Creating Add-On Programms
Designing Business Flows
Creating Business Requirement Sheet
Digital Finance Architecture and Financial Technology Integration

PepsiCo · Contract
Jan 2016 - Mar 2016 · 3 mos
Jan 2011 - Mar 2011 · 3 mos

London Area, United Kingdom

Worked as Lead SAP FICO Consultant for a London based SAP Consultancy with one of their biggest clients- PEPSI in Egypt.
. Digital Finance Architecture and Financial Technology Integration

ABeam Consulting - Contract
Nov 2009 - Nov 2010 - 1 yr 1 mos

United Kingdom

Worked as a Sr. SAP FICO Consultant
Digital Finance Architecture and Financial Technology Integration

iGATE Global Solutions · Contract
Jan 2008 - Sep 2009 · 1 yr 9 mos

United Kingdom

Digital Finance Architecture and Financial Technology Integration
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