German Speaking ERP Finance Consultant

Ignite; München; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car

Bike Leasing (JobRad)

Wellness & Mental Health Program

Job summary

Ignite in Germany is seeking a (Senior) ERP Finance Consultant / Project Manager (m/f/d) for full-time, permanent employment. Location: Ottobrunn with full remote flexibility across Germany; expects 2 on-site days monthly and ~30% travel across the DACH region.

German (C1+) and English are required, and NAV/Business Central experience is essential. The role leads full-lifecycle ERP finance rollouts, aligns accounting processes with system design, coordinates data migrations, and partners with

Qualifications

• 5+ years of practical background in ERP finance consulting or project execution using Microsoft Dynamics NAV / Business Central.
• Strong functional grasp of business accounting and finance operations (GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Cost Accounting).
• Technical integration experience with data migrations, interface architecture, and end-to-end system testing.
• High-level German skills (minimum C1+) with strong written and verbal capabilities.
• Mobility: willing to travel across DACH (~30%) and complete 2 office days in Ottobrunn each month.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle ERP finance rollouts and process optimisations for client organisations in the mid-market space.
• Evaluate client financial workflows, outline operational goals, and design refined end-to-end target processes.
• Conceptualize functional system designs with clients and internal development engineers.
• Tailor and set up Finance modules (GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Cost Accounting) on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central / NAV.
• Manage data conversion, API/interface integrations, testing phases, and quality management.
• Lead customer workshops, deliver staff training, support go-live execution, and ensure post-launch stability.
• Help drive presales by shaping project scope, timelines, and proposals.

Skills

ERP finance consulting

Project management

Data migrations

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics NAV / Business Central

Job description

Salary: €50,000 – €85,000 gross per year (plus performance bonus opportunities)

Position: (Senior) ERP Finance Consultant / Project Manager (m/f/d)

Location: Ottobrunn, Germany (Full remote flexibility across Germany; requires 2 days monthly on-site in Ottobrunn)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Languages Required: German (C1+ level required), English

Travel: Approx. 30% across DACH region (Includes company car)

About the Role

We are a forward-looking digital consultancy and IT partner dedicated to modernizing mid-sized enterprises through smart software solutions. Our team helps businesses streamline how they operate by building, customizing, and refining high-impact ERP and business intelligence systems.

We are on the lookout for a skilled (Senior) ERP Finance Consultant / Project Manager (m/f/d) to lead full-lifecycle financial software rollouts. In this position, you will bridge accounting processes and technical system architecture, helping clients seamlessly navigate target designs, data migration, system launches, and ongoing optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Guide full-cycle ERP finance rollouts and process optimizations for client organizations in the mid-market space.
• Process Analysis & Design: Evaluate client financial workflows, outline operational goals, and build refined end-to-end target processes.
• Solution Architecture: Conceptualize functional system designs working side-by-side with clients and internal development engineers.
• ERP Configuration: Tailor and set up key Finance modules (General Ledger, AP, AR, Asset Management, Cost Accounting) on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central / NAV.
• Data Integration & Testing: Manage data conversion, API/interface integrations, system test phases, and quality management.
• Workshops & Training: Lead interactive customer workshops, deliver staff training sessions, support go-live execution, and secure post-launch stability.
• Presales & Solutions: Help drive presales by shaping project scope, estimating timelines, drafting proposals, and helping improve internal finance modules.

Key Requirements

Must-Haves:

• Experience: 5+ years of practical background in ERP finance consulting or project execution using Microsoft Dynamics NAV / Business Central.
• Domain Expertise: Strong functional grasp of business accounting and finance operations (GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Cost Accounting).
• Technical Integration: Practical proficiency in managing data migrations, interface architecture, and end-to-end system testing.
• Language Skills: High-level German skills (minimum C1+), paired with strong written and verbal capabilities.
• Soft Skills: Well-organized project delivery, client-first perspective, strong emotional intelligence, and dynamic problem-solving drive.
• Mobility: Willingness to travel across DACH (around 30%) and complete 2 office days in Ottobrunn each month.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Background working with controlling tools, Power BI reports, or other business management software.
• Experience creating or upgrading proprietary finance modules and extensions.

What We Offer

Work-Life Integration & Flexibility

• Hybrid / Full-Remote Options: Work from home, on the road, or directly out of our Ottobrunn headquarters.
• Flexible Hours: Complete freedom to adjust your daily schedule around your personal commitments.
• Fair Workload: A supportive environment focused on reasonable working hours and sustainable work-life balance.

Mobility & Perks

• Company Car: Provided for all your travel and client assignments.
• JobRad: Eco-conscious bike leasing options for work commutes or weekend leisure.
• Health & Wellness: Free access to Wellpass fitness centers alongside an anonymous Mental Health & Support Program (for emotional care and burnout prevention).

Office & Team Environment

• Modern Workspaces: Fully equipped ergonomic desks with sit-stand features, a cozy community kitchen, and nearby lunch spots.
• Strong Team Spirit: A vibrant work culture blending decades of practical experience with fresh perspective.
• Social Events: Regular team gatherings, company runs, annual parties, Oktoberfest celebrations, and social meetups.

Growth & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: €50,000 – €85,000 base annual salary depending on background, plus bonus incentives.
• Contract Terms: Unlimited full-time employment contract, 29 vacation days, 6-month trial period.
• Personal Development: Dedicated budget allocated specifically for your continuous training and industry certifications.