German Speaking ERP Finance Consultant (Remote)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

JobRad

Health & Wellness program

Hybrid/Remote flexibility

Job summary

Ignite is seeking a (Senior) ERP Finance Consultant / Project Manager (m/f/d) to oversee full-scope ERP finance rollouts across the DACH region with a hybrid/remote setup and mandatory Ottobrunn office days.

You will align client finance processes with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central / NAV, manage data migrations, design target workflows, and lead workshops. Travel ~30% with a company car.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years ERP finance consulting with NAV/BC.
• Strong finance domain knowledge: GL, AP, AR, FA, Cost Accounting.
• Experience in data conversion, interfaces, and testing.
• German C1+ proficiency; English helpful.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle ERP finance implementations for mid-sized clients.
• Analyze processes and design optimized workflows.
• Draft functional specs with clients and developers.
• Configure ERP financial modules (GL, AP, AR, FA, CAC) in BC/NAV.
• Oversee data migration, interfaces, testing, QA.
• Host workshops, train users, support go-live and stabilization.
• Assist presales with effort estimates and project scoping.

Skills

Project leadership

Client focus

Emotional intelligence

Problem solving

German (C1+)

Dynamics NAV/BC

Data migration

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics NAV/Business Central

ERP data integration

Job description

• Job Title: (Senior) ERP Finance Consultant / Project Manager (m/f/d)
• Location: Ottobrunn, Germany (Full remote option within Germany; mandatory 2 days per month in Ottobrunn office)
• Employment Type: Permanent / Full-Time
• Salary Range: €50,000 – €85,000 gross annual + bonus opportunity
• Languages Required: German (C1+ mandatory requirement), English
• Travel: Approximately 30% across the DACH territory (Company vehicle provided)

About The Role

We are a dedicated digital consultancy and IT solution provider specializing in modern enterprise technology for mid-sized organizations. We help companies modernize and streamline operations by designing, customizing, and optimizing ERP and business intelligence systems.

We are seeking a talented (Senior) ERP Finance Consultant / Project Manager (m/f/d) to manage full-scope finance system rollouts. In this role, you will connect client business processes with technical system design, steering clients through architecture planning, data migration, go-live, and ongoing process optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Direct full lifecycle ERP finance implementations and optimization projects for medium-sized clients.
• Process Analysis & Design: Evaluate client accounting processes, capture functional requirements, and design optimized target workflows.
• Solution Architecture: Draft functional specifications in close collaboration with clients and technical development teams.
• ERP Configuration: Configure financial modules (General Ledger, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Cost Accounting, etc.) within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central / NAV.
• Data Integration & Testing: Manage data migration tasks, interface design, end-to-end testing, and quality assurance.
• Workshops & Training: Host client workshops, deliver user training sessions, supply go-live assistance, and maintain post-implementation stability.
• Presales & Solutions: Support presales activities through effort estimations, proposal creation, project scoping, and finance solution enhancements.

Key Requirements

Must-Haves

• Experience: At least 5 years of practical experience in ERP finance consulting or project execution using Microsoft Dynamics NAV / Business Central.
• Domain Expertise: Deep domain knowledge in corporate finance and accounting (GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Cost Accounting).
• Technical Integration: Direct experience managing data conversion, system interfaces, and system-wide testing.
• Language Skills: German (at least C1+ proficiency required) with strong written and oral capabilities.
• Soft Skills: Organized project leadership, client-centered focus, strong emotional intelligence, and proactive problem-solving ability.
• Mobility: Willingness to undertake DACH travel (approx. 30%) and attend 2 required office days per month in Ottobrunn.

Nice-to-Haves

• Exposure to controlling processes, Power BI reporting, or alternate ERP applications.
• Prior participation in developing or refining standardized financial software modules.

What We Offer

Work-Life Integration & Flexibility

• Hybrid / Full-Remote Options: Flexibility to work remotely from home, on business trips, or in our Ottobrunn location.
• Flexible Hours: Complete schedule autonomy (flextime) to arrange your working day around your lifestyle.
• Fair Workload: A company ethos that values healthy boundaries and manageable working hours.

Mobility & Perks

• Company Car: Included for all business travel and client trips.
• JobRad: Bike leasing scheme for sustainable daily commuting and leisure use.
• Health & Wellness: Wellpass fitness membership access and a completely confidential Mental Health & Support Program (offering acute mental support and burnout prevention).

Office & Team Environment

• Modern Workspaces: Ergonomic workstations featuring sit-stand desks, a collaborative team kitchen, and great local lunch spots.
• Strong Team Spirit: A supportive team culture that blends years of industry experience with innovative thinking.
• Social Events: Regular team gatherings, company runs, annual celebrations, Oktoberfest trips, and casual events.

Growth & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: €50,000 – €85,000 base annual salary (based on experience) plus corporate bonus opportunities.
• Contract Terms: Permanent full-time agreement, 29 paid vacation days, 6-month probation period.
• Personal Development: Dedicated individual budget designated for continuous training and industry certifications.