IT Consultant Finance Applications

Job Description

This position is responsible for providing systems support including the design, configuration, testing, documentation and deployment of new business applications, reports and interfaces in support of defined business requirements. Scope of support includes the review and resolution of system issues of all types of complexity as well as the ability to coordinate small projects and be a direct liaison with business personnel, project teams and other members of the information systems organization to ensure that system requirements, deadlines and priorities are clearly defined and achieved.

• Lead and support IT Finance Applications
  • Tagetik Finance Consolidation & Tax Reporting
  • eSuite topics, including Mendix-based tools
  • Back support within the team for other Finance applications, Tangro, SAP, etc.
• Plan, execute, and deliver high-quality project outcomes on time and within budget.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues through proactive management.
• Lead project teams fostering teamwork 
• Develop and execute stakeholder communication plans to ensure transparency and alignment.
• Ensure adherence to IT governance, standards, and compliance requirements.
• Be the IT partner of choice for our business customers by taking over technical consulting and ensuring best fit IT solutions
• Oversee the operation, performance, and compliance of Engineering Applications, ensuring optimal availability and cost-efficiency.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to manage application lifecycle and support.
• Build strong relationships with internal IT departments and key user groups to co-create strategic solutions.

Qualifications

• University degree in computer science, Information Technology, Business Informatics, or a related field
• Several years of experience in IT Finance and managing IT projects and collaborating with external service providers
• Many years in IT application operations and project delivery
• Solid understanding of IT Service Management (ITSM) principles and tools
• Experience with Development is a strong advantage
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams, including business, IT, legal, and external service providers, to ensure project success
• Business fluent in English (written and spoken)
• Strong communication skills, enabling the management of stakeholder expectations, negotiation with vendors, and conflict resolution across diverse teams
• Self-motivated, solution-oriented, and capable of working in a multicultural, distributed team environment
• Customer service-oriented mindset
• Passion for digital innovation and emerging technologies
• Applications from severely handicapped people are welcome.

Additional Information

The well-being of our employees is important to us. That's why we offer exciting career prospects and support you in achieving a good work-life balance with additional benefits such as:

• Training opportunities
• Mobile and flexible working models
• Sabbaticals

and much more...

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