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Freudenberg Sealing Technologies is a longstanding technology expert and market leader for sophisticated and novel applications in sealing technology and electric mobility solutions worldwide. Thanks to our unique materials and technology expertise, we are a proven supplier for demanding products and applications, as well as a development and service partner to customers in the automotive industries and in general industries. With our approximately 13,000 employees worldwide, we generate sales of about 2.5 billion euros.
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Are you driven by optimizing end to end finance processes and accelerating automation, digitalization, and intelligent technologies in a global SAP environment?
We are looking for an experienced IT Business Consultant in SAP Finance (FI) & Controlling (CO) to lead solution design, consulting, and delivery of standardized and compliant finance processes. The role blends deep SAP expertise with a strong focus on automation, workflow optimization, and the adoption of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to enhance efficiency, transparency, and control across finance operations.
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Freudenberg Sealing Technologies S.a.s. di Externa Italia S.r.l.u.
payments The MINIMUM gross annual salary for this position in Italy is €50,000. Compensation for this position will be determined by the candidate's qualifications, experience, education, and overall alignment with the role's responsibilities.
Work Model: The position follows a hybrid work model when based at an FST Italy site. Remote work may be considered for locations not in close proximity to an FST Italy site.
- Analyze requirements and design target finance processes in collaboration with global Process Owners, Finance Shared Services, and local Finance teams, defining the SAP FI/CO solution and automation roadmap.
- Lead Fit‑to‑Standard / Fit‑Gap workshops, identifying automation opportunities across core end‑to‑end finance and controlling processes (Record‑to‑Report, Order‑to‑Cash, Purchase‑to‑Pay, Controlling).
- Own SAP Finance (FI) & Controlling (CO) solution design and configuration, ensuring effective integration with adjacent SAP modules and external platforms.
- Drive automation and digital finance initiatives, leveraging workflow tools, Robotic Process Automation (RPA), OCR/e‑invoicing, reconciliation automation, and AI/ML‑based use cases.
- Manage projects and workstreams end‑to‑end, coordinating IT teams, external partners, and system integrators.
- Ensure testing excellence and deployment readiness, leading SIT/UAT, cutover, go‑live, and hypercare with a strong focus on stability, controls, and audit compliance.
- Provide ongoing support and continuous improvement, while mentoring team members and contributing to global templates, standards, and innovation topics.
- Education: Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field. SAP certifications and project management credentials are advantageous.
- Experience: 5–10 years of professional experience in SAP Finance & Controlling with multiple end‑to‑end project lifecycles, ideally including S/4HANA transformations.
- Automation & Innovation Expertise: Demonstrated experience in leading finance automation and digitalization initiatives, with hands‑on exposure to workflow orchestration, Robotic Process Automation (RPA), e‑invoicing, reconciliation automation, closing acceleration, and touchless processing.
- Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning Expertise: Familiarity with AI‑ and ML‑driven finance use cases such as predictive accounting, anomaly detection, intelligent matching, forecasting, and exception handling.
- Process & Controls Knowledge: Deep understanding of finance and controlling processes, supported by a strong internal controls and compliance mindset.
- Communication & Stakeholder Management: Excellent stakeholder management and consulting‑grade communication skills, with confident interaction at senior business and IT levels.
- Language Skills: Fluent in English; Italian highly desirable. Additional European languages are a plus.
The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
