IT Functional Analyst Finance EMEA

Technical Hunters srl; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Assicurazione infortuni aziendale

Buoni pasto €7,00/giorno

Welfare aziendale €1.800/anno

Fondo sanitario di categoria

Smartworking 2/3 giorni a casa

No auto aziendale

Job summary

Hunters Group, per conto di un primario referente nel settore imballaggi, cerca un IT Functional Analyst - Finance a Milano. Ruolo focalizzato sull’analisi funzionale Finance, progettazione di processi e traduzione dei requisiti in soluzioni ERP, con attenzione alla conformità interna e ai controlli.

Il candidato gestirà formazione, supporto L2/L3 e collaborerà per la transizione a Dynamics 365 FCO, includendo data readiness e localizzazioni paesi, supporto alle chiusure e audit.

Qualifications

• 3-7 anni di esperienza come IT Functional Analyst con focus Finance in contesti multi-country.
• Deep knowledge of core Finance processes: GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Intercompany, Period-End Close, Statutory and Group Reporting.
• Esperienza con almeno un ERP (Dynamics, SAP, Oracle, JDE) inclusa configurazione e design funzionale.
• Conoscenza solida di framework di controllo interno e requisiti di audit (IFRS/local GAAP, SOX-like).
• Capacità di redigere specifiche funzionali, guidare UAT e governance delle release.
• Fluente in inglese; buona conoscenza dell'italiano.
• Disponibilità a essere onsite a Milano 3 giorni/settimana e viaggiare in EMEA.

Responsibilities

• Analisi funzionale Finance end-to-end e design di processi in G/L, AP, AR, AFA, Intercompany e chiusure.
• Tradurre requisiti di business in soluzioni ERP sulle piattaforme correnti e sul target Dynamics 365 FCO.
• Coordinare con sviluppatori interni e partner esterni per miglioramenti, rilasci e gestione incidenti.
• Supporto L2/L3 per finance across EMEA, escalation e risoluzione incidenti nelle chiusure mensili/annuali.
• Contributo alla transizione EMEA a Dynamics ERP: dati, localizzazione, cutover e hypercare.
• Governance e controllo di processo, audit e conformità della documentazione.
• Supporto formazione utenti Finance in EMEA; gestione stakeholder e roadmap.

Skills

Finance ERP experience

UAT leadership

English fluency

Italian language

ERP configuration

Education

Esperienza professionale in IT in contesti multi-country

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 FCO

Other ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/JDE)

Job description

Luogo di lavoro: Milano

Hunters Group, on behalf of a leading company in the packaging industry, is looking for a IT Functional Analyst - Finance.

Role Summary

The IT Functional Analyst - Finance is the IT reference point for EMEA Finance processes. The role owns functional analysis and process design across the full Finance value chain, translates business requirements into ERP solutions, and ensures operational continuity on legacy platforms while actively contributing to the design and rollout of Microsoft Dynamics 365 FCO.The candidate acts as a trusted partner to Group and Country Finance leaders, internal developers, and external implementation partners, guaranteeing scalability, internal control compliance, and adoption across EMEA countries.

Key Responsibilities

• Finance Functional Analysis and Process Design Lead end-to-end functional analysis and process design across General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Intercompany, and Closing C Reporting; ensure design choices are scalable, usable, and compliant with internal control and statutory standards
  
• Requirements to ERP Solutions Translate Finance business requirements into ERP solutions on the current platforms and on the future Microsoft Dynamics 365 FCO target architecture; drive fit-gap analysis, solution options, and to-be process documentation
  
• Delivery and Vendor Coordination Collaborate with internal developers and external partners to manage enhancements, releases, and issue resolution on local Finance systems; review functional specifications, oversee testing, and ensure deployment quality
• Finance Application Support and Problem Resolution Provide second/third-level (L2/L3) functional support for Finance applications across EMEA, acting as the primary escalation point for incidents affecting GL, sub-ledgers, intercompany, and closing processes; perform structured troubleshooting and root cause analysis, coordinate timely resolution with internal teams and vendors, and ensure operational continuity during critical business cycles such as month-end, quarter- end, and year-end closes; collaborate with the IT Service Desk to maintain prioritized ticket workflows, track resolution SLAs, and drive recurring-issue elimination through permanent fixes and knowledge base updates
• Microsoft Dynamics Transition Support Contribute to the EMEA transition to Microsoft Dynamics ERP: data and process readiness, template design alignment, country localization requirements, cutover planning, and hypercare for Finance scope
  
• Internal Control, Compliance and Audit Ensure documentation and governance of Finance/ERP processes, including change requests, functional specifications, segregation-of-duties considerations, and audit-related evidence; act as functional counterpart for internal and external auditors
  
• User Adoption, Training and Stakeholder Engagement Support user adoption and training activities for Finance users across EMEA countries; act as escalation point for complex functional issues, balancing local needs with regional standards; prepare materials and facilitate recurring State of Work sessions with Group and Country Finance leaders to track progress vs. roadmap, KPIs, risks/decisions, and follow-ups
  
• Continuous Improvement and Data Quality Identify proactive and reactive improvement opportunities across Finance processes and supporting systems, building business cases when relevant; support data quality initiatives across Finance master data (Chart of Accounts, vendors, customers, fixed assets, cost centers), driving harmonization and remediation in line with the EMEA data strategy
  

Requisiti

Minimum Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience as an IT Functional Analyst with a strong Finance domain focus in multi-country, multi-company environme
  
• Deep, hands-on knowledge of core Finance processes: GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Intercompany, Period-End Close, Statutory and Group Reporting
  
• Solid experience with at least one enterprise ERP (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle, JDE, AS/400-based platforms) including configuration and functional design
  
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks, statutory accounting principles, and audit requirements (e.g., IFRS / local GAAPs, SOX-like control environments)
  
• Proven ability to write functional specifications, lead UAT, and govern releases through structured change management
  
• Fluent in English; working proficiency in Italian
  
• Availability to be onsite in Milan 3 days/week and to travel across EMEA when required
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (implementation, rollout, or run);
  
• Knowledge of Dataverse, Power Platform, and the Microsoft data stack is a strong plus
  
• Experience supporting ERP harmonization / single-template programs across multiple countries and legal entities
  
• Exposure to MCA integration of acquired entities into a Finance ERP template
  
• Familiarity with consolidation and EPM tools (e.g., Tagetik, OneStream, Hyperion, BPC) and tax/e-invoicing frameworks across EMEA jurisdictions
  
• Additional European languages (French, Spanish, German, Dutch) appreciated
  
• Certifications in Microsoft Dynamics 365 FCO, ITIL, or relevant Finance/audit qualifications are a plus
  

Ways of Working

• Business partnership mindset - proximity to Finance stakeholders, listening, and translating business pain points into governed solutions
  
• Standards first - reusable design, harmonized processes, and disciplined change control to protect data and control integrity
  
• Compliance and auditability by design - every decision documented, traceable, and defensible
  
• Iterative delivery - incremental releases on legacy platforms while building toward the Microsoft Dynamics target architecture
  

Benefit

• Company-wide accident insurance in place for all employees (365 days a year, 24/7 coverage)
  
• Electronic meal vouchers worth €7.00 per day, for each working day equal to or longer than 4 hours
  
• Corporate welfare benefits of €1,800 per year
  
• Industry-category health fund
  
• Smartworking 2/3 day at home
• Gross Salary 50000 – 65000 €
• NO company car