Application Consultant (m/f/d)

Knauf; Katowice; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent employment

Weekly remote days

Private health care

Parking and commuting support

Team and company events

Career development

Job summary

Knauf Information Services GmbH in Katowice seeks an expert in SAP Analytics Cloud for Planning to drive strategic Controlling initiatives and SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud transformation across global projects.

You will analyze data, collaborate with product and solution architecture teams, and enhance finance reporting solutions while delivering scalable IT solutions for a complex enterprise landscape.

Qualifications

• Proven expert with strong hands-on experience in SAP Analytics Cloud for Planning in modern cloud-based finance environments.
• Clear and confident communicator fostering alignment across stakeholder levels.
• Impact-driven professional designing scalable IT solutions for Finance and Controlling.

Responsibilities

• Translate strategic business requirements in the controlling area into actionable initiatives, including system configuration with SAP SAC and close collaboration with Product Management and Solution Architecture.
• Conduct in-depth data analyses to identify trends and support strategic decisions across cross-functional teams.
• Customize, maintain and enhance software applications, providing technical support, troubleshooting and user training.
• Drive implementation and optimization of Controlling systems (SAP CO, SAC-P, Libra, SmartNotes) in large-scale international projects.
• Support Operations Engineering in resolving Controlling cases with innovative, sustainable solutions.

Skills

SAP Analytics Cloud planning

Cloud-based finance

Data analysis

Communication

Solution architecture collaboration

Tools

SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC)

SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud

Job description

Knauf stands for opportunity. This exciting role offers you the ideal opportunity to begin and further develop an impressive career within a values-driven culture.

As a global building materials manufacturer with 43,500 employees in 90 countries, we offer diverse opportunities to ambitious talent. We value every contribution and are committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment with the aim of developing sustainable solutions for a better future.

Knauf Information Services GmbHis proud to be a part of the Knauf Group. With a long-standing tradition, and a growing international presence, we are seeking dedicated individuals to help us achieve our long-term vision.

Can you say ‘yes’?

• Is respectful and appreciative interaction within the team a given for you?




• Do you always put the customer at the center of your actions?




• Do you consider the future and upcoming generations in your actions?




• Do you strive for personal and professional growth?

What you'll do

• Translate strategic business requirements in the controlling area into actionable initiatives, including system configuration, design tasks and close collaboration with Product Management and Solution Architecture — with an active role in the SAP transformation towards S/4HANA Public Cloud.




• Conduct in-depth data analyses to identify trends and insights that support strategic decisions, improve product and service outcomes and enable process optimization across cross-functional teams.




• Customize, maintain and continuously enhance software applications, ensuring effective technical support, troubleshooting, documentation and user training.




• Drive the implementation and optimization of key Controlling systems, such as SAP CO, SAP Analytics Cloud for Planning (SAC-P), the Transfer Pricing tool (Libra), and advanced finance reporting solutions (SmartNotes), across full‑cycle, large‑scale, end-to‑end international projects.




• Support our Operations Engineering in resolving complex Controlling cases by contributing innovative, efficient and sustainable solutions.

Who you are

• Proven expert with strong hands‑on experience in SAP Analytics Cloud for Planning, with a particular focus on planning scenarios in modern cloud‑based finance environments.




• Clear and confident communicator who fosters alignment and commitment while building strong relationships across all stakeholder levels.




• Impact‑driven professional who designs and deploys scalable IT solutions that strengthen Finance and Controlling in complex enterprise landscapes.




• Analytical problem solver with a solution‑oriented mindset, turning challenges into measurable business outcomes.




• Architect of future‑proof finance landscapes, shaping integrated cloud and on‑premise solutions and actively contributing to SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud transformation initiatives.

What we offer you

We all shape our lives individually. As an employer, we play a significant role in the daily life of our employees and aim to support them with various offerings. This includes, among other things:

• Security: Permanent employment contract in a stable, successful family owned business




• Flexibility: A wide time window for flexible working and weekly remote days




• Fitness and health: Discounts on various sports and leisure activities, active health promotion, private health care, occupational safety, and more




• Time Savings:Parking and direct access to public transport (train, bus)




• Feel Approach: Welcome days and individual onboarding, company and team events
  




• Personal career and career development: Individual support for extra‑occupational studies, further education and training courses




• Inspiring work environment: Our nicely designed office offers you an environment that fosters creativity and productivity. We love coming together as a team here!

Knauf as an employer

Knauf Information Services GmbHis a key driver of the KNAUF Group's global growth and digital transformation. A team of 500 highly qualified experts is committed to supporting the Group and its customers worldwide with innovative IT solutions and customized services. The core competencies of Knauf IT cover a wide range of IT services, including the development and implementation of complex software solutions, the optimization of business processes through digital technologies and ensuring IT security and data protection.

The Knauf Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we make all personnel decisions across all areas of our company based on experience, skills and integrity. We encourage applicants from all walks of life to apply for our positions, regardless of age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, origin, religion and so forth.

Share our values and become part of the team to shape the future of Knauf together.