Senior IT Functional Analyst – Finance, EMEA

Berlin Packaging EMEA; Trezzano sul Naviglio; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Berlin Packaging EMEA is seeking a Senior IT Functional Analyst – Finance to lead end-to-end finance process design across GL, AP, AR, and closing activities in Europe, with a focus on Dynamics 365 F&O.

You will translate business requirements into ERP solutions, ensure controls, and collaborate with internal developers and external partners. The role requires onsite presence in Milan 3 days/week and travel across EMEA.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience as an IT Functional Analyst with a strong Finance domain focus in multi-country environments.
• Deep knowledge of core finance processes: GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Intercompany, Close & Reporting.
• Experience with ERP platforms and functional design including Dynamics 365 F&O, SAP or Oracle.
• Fluent in English; working proficiency in Italian; onsite Milan 3 days/week with travel across EMEA.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end functional analysis and process design across GL, AP, AR, and closing processes.
• Translate finance requirements into ERP solutions; drive fit-gap analysis and to-be process docs.
• Collaborate with developers and partners to manage enhancements, releases, and testing.
• Provide L2/L3 support for Finance apps; coordinate resolutions during month/quarter/year closes.
• Support transition to Dynamics 365 F&O; ensure data readiness and country localization.
• Govern changes, documentation, SD separation of duties, and audit evidence; liaise with auditors.
• Drive user adoption and create training materials; coordinate State of Work with Finance leaders.
• Identify improvements and data quality initiatives across Finance master data.

Skills

English fluency

Italian proficiency

Finance domain knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Ops

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Berlin Packaging is the world’s largest Hybrid Packaging Supplier®, providing packaging solutions in glass, plastic, and metal to companies across a wide range of industries, including food & beverage, beauty, healthcare, and industrial markets. As a “one-stop shop,” we combine design & innovation, manufacturing services, and supply chain capabilities to help customers bring their products to market in the most efficient and impactful way. With more than a century of experience in the packaging industry, Berlin Packaging operates on a global scale, supported by an extensive network of suppliers, warehouses, and commercial teams. This unique hybrid model allows the company to offer both standard and highly customized solutions, helping customers increase sales, reduce costs, and improve productivity through smarter packaging.

What sets Berlin Packaging apart is its entrepreneurial mindset and strong customer focus. Employees are encouraged to think like owners, act decisively, and collaborate across functions and geographies to deliver measurable results.

Core Beliefs

The company’s culture is built around innovation, creativity, speed, and a continuous drive to “help customers become greater, faster,” making it a dynamic environment for people who want to make an impact.

Role Summary

The Senior IT Functional Analyst – Finance, EMEA 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 F&O. 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 & Process Design Lead end-to-end functional analysis and process design across General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Intercompany, and Closing & 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 F&O target architecture; drive fit-gap analysis, solution options, and to-be process documentation
• Delivery & 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 & 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 hyper‑care for Finance scope
• Internal Control, Compliance & 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 & 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 & 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience as an IT Functional Analyst with a strong Finance domain focus in multi‑country, multi‑company environments
• 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 M&A 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 F&O, 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.

What We Offer

• A collaborative and innovative work environment, with a hybrid working model (minimum 2 days per week on site).
• Compensation package range: €45,000 – €65,000 yearly Gross.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge technologies and AI‑driven transformation.