ERP Specialist - Finance

Destinus; Madrid; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Destinus in Madrid is seeking an ERP Specialist - Finance to lead planning, execution and delivery of ERP projects with our external implementation partner. Focus on maintaining system integrity, optimising workflows and aligning ERP functions with business needs.

You will translate finance requirements into functional solutions, own deployment roadmaps, train users, and collaborate with Finance, Production and Operations across Europe. Willingness to travel within Europe is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS or Business Admin.
• Strong knowledge of D365 F&O architecture and integration.
• Experience with ERP components including data management and reporting.
• Experience leading ERP implementation projects and cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel within Europe.
• Excellent communication and training skills.

Responsibilities

• Translate finance requirements into ERP functional solutions.
• Develop deployment roadmap and manage integrations.
• Chair regular project meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Define business process requirements and ERP module scope.
• Collaborate with Finance, Production and Operations to gather needs.
• Ensure solutions comply with policies and regulatory standards.
• Contribute to Enterprise Systems strategy and IT direction.
• Engage with Finance contacts with Systems Analysts to design solutions.
• Align financial processes across Operations for end-to-end solutions.
• Monitor progress and apply corrective actions.
• Apply risk management practices and escalate risks.
• Train users and create system documentation.
• Analyse, optimise and digitise existing processes.

Skills

D365 F&O

ERP integration

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/BA

Tools

D365 F&O tools

Job description

About the role

Imagine taking the lead in planning, executing, and delivering ERP projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality expectations are met in close collaboration with our external ERP implementation partner. As our ERP Specialist - Finance you will focus on maintaining the system, optimising workflows, safeguarding data integrity, and partnering with multiple departments to ensure ERP functions align with real business needs.

At Destinus, we are revolutionising the defence industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defence operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness. Destinus partners with government agencies and defence organisations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission‑critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defence with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.

What You´ll Do

• Convert finance requirements to functional solutions within our ERP platform, focusing on adding value and reducing off-system working practices.
• Develop a deployment roadmap and manage integration with existing operations.
• Ensure effective communications and expectations with internal and external stakeholders by chairing and conducting regular project team meetings.
• Assess and contribute to business processes and functional requirements definitions through knowledge of standard processes and practices within ERP modules.
• Gather and challenge the needs from internal stakeholders, primarily finance, production and operations teams
• Ensure implemented solutions comply with internal and regulatory policies and non‑conforming processes are sought out and aligned.
• Contribute to the wider Enterprise Systems strategy providing financial input on technology direction and initiatives to support the business and its transformation.
• Partner with key Finance contacts, regularly engaging with them alongside Systems Analysts to understand requirements and collaborate on system solutions.
• Align financial processes across multiple functions of the business, including Operations, to ensure comprehensive end‑to‑end solutions.
• Monitor project performance, report progress, and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Ensure that appropriate risk management practices are applied to any improvements, projects or programmes and identified risks are mitigated or escalated.
• Training and supporting employees in the use of our ERP system and other IT tools
• Create and maintain documentation for system configurations, IT processes, and training materials.
• Analysis, optimisation, and digitisation of existing business processes

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science or Business Administration
• Strong knowledge of D365 F&O architecture, interfacing/integration, and best practices.
• In-depth knowledge of ERP system components, including modules, databases, and reporting, as well as skills in data management and integration.
• Experience working with integration tools to troubleshoot and support integrations between D365 F&O and other business systems.
• Microsoft certification is beneficial.
• Competent in identifying, documenting and communicating technical requirements to developers and supporting deployments.
• Experiance in managing projects and coordinating with various stakeholders involved in implementation and improving an ERP system.
• Proven track record of leading cross‑functional teams and managing complex projects.
• Excellent communication skills for training users, collaborating with departments, and working with external support teams.
• Open-minded, methodical, conscientious, with a strong sense of responsibility
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work with a wide range of groups and disciplines seamlessly.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly evolving requirements.
• Availability to travel within Europe to different sites within the Destinus group
• Collaborative and curious approach to technical problem‑solving.

Who You Are

Destinus is an equal‑opportunity employer. We value diversity in our companies and our teams and do not discriminate based on age, race, religion, colour, country of origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disability status.

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