In today’s fast-evolving digital economy, businesses need more than just tools — they need transformative minds that can leverage those tools to drive innovation and growth. One such professional making a significant impact in the SAP ecosystem is Surendra Annanki, a highly experienced and certified SAP S/4HANA FICO Solution Architect.
With over 15 years of hands-on ERP experience, Surendra has carved a niche for himself in SAP S/4HANA Finance and Controlling (FICO), Financial Supply Chain Management (FSCM), Treasury and Risk Management (TRM), and Project Systems (PS). His work has powered successful digital transformations for companies across industries including Oil & Gas, Consumer Goods, Utilities, IS-Retail, and Manufacturing.
Certified SAP Expert with Deep Domain Mastery
Surendra holds multiple SAP certifications including:
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SAP S/4HANA Finance and Management Accounting (FICO)
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Sales and Distribution (SD)
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Sourcing and Procurement (MM)
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SAP Activate Project Manager
His academic background — an MBA in Finance & IT and a Bachelor’s in Commerce with Computers — complements his technical acumen, enabling him to bridge the gap between technology and business strategy.
Transforming Enterprises with SAP S/4HANA
From ECC to S/4HANA Central Finance migration projects to full-cycle S/4HANA Cloud implementations, Surendra brings depth in planning, design, configuration, testing, and post-go-live support. His expertise spans across versions 1610 through 2021, making him a go-to expert for businesses aiming to modernize their financial systems.
He has hands-on experience with:
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Universal Journal and Universal Allocation
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New GL, Asset Accounting (AA), AP/AR, Banking (EBS), Product Costing (COPC), Profitability Analysis (COPA), and Material Ledger
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Multi-ledger scenarios including Leading, Extension, Non-Leading, and Simulation ledgers
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Revenue Recognition and Revenue Accounting & Reporting (RAR) under both US GAAP and IFRS
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Group Reporting and SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC)
More Than a Technical Architect – A True Business Enabler
What sets Surendra apart is his strategic approach to project and program management. He is known for his strong collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and risk mitigation capabilities. He’s worked extensively with cross-functional teams to integrate FICO with MM, SD, CRM, PS, HR, and Treasury systems. His role often goes beyond configuration — helping enterprises align technology with business goals.
He is also proficient in tools and methodologies such as:
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SAP Activate, ASAP, Agile
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Solution Manager, ChaRM, JIRA, VSO, and ServiceNow
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LSMW, LTMC, BDC, BODS for data migration
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Automation and testing tools like HP QC, eCAT, Radar
Driving Innovation with Central Finance and BTP Cloud
In recent projects, Surendra has been a strong advocate for leveraging SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) to enhance automation and analytics. His work with Central Finance architecture has helped clients streamline financial consolidation and reporting across global entities.
A Leader in Action
Surendra’s professional journey is defined by precision, performance, and proactive delivery. Known for his ability to lead large-scale SAP transformations with confidence and clarity, he plays a vital role in enabling enterprises to unlock the true value of their SAP investments.