Senior Finance Project Manager (m/w/d)

Ekkiden is an international consulting group founded in 2019: it brings together an ecosystem of passionate and dedicated consultants who carry out transformation projects in the areas of organization, operations, and technology—particularly in IT/digital, industry/R&D, and sustainability—for large enterprises and SMEs in France, Switzerland, Spain, and Germany.

• Coordinate business related activities for the E-invoicing project, supporting the local  finance team from requirement phase to UAT conduction 

• Oversee all business aspects of the project, ensuring compliance with regulations and  optimizing our internal processes for electronic invoicing 

• Serve as Link between Finance and IT supporting the translation of regulatory  specifications into technical requirements 

•  Embed change management, communication, training, and stakeholder engagement to ensure sustainable adoption. 

• Drive SAP template rollouts to new entities coordinating with central and local finance in  a co-lead structure with Finance IT. 

• Oversee activities from scoping to implementation and support Unit and User  Acceptance Testing, regression testing, and go-live readiness.

• Ensure change management and training for local accounting teams. 

• Contribute to other SAP related projects and initiatives on a need basis. 

• Master’s degree in business management, Finance, Economics, or a related field with a strong focus on Finance/Controlling. 

• Minimum 5–10 years of progressive experience in Finance, Controlling, audit, consulting, or transformation roles, with a proven track record in leading Finance transformation programs, project portfolios, and cross-functional initiatives. 

• Very good understanding of Finance and Accounting procedures and processes, as well as processes along the supply chain. 

• Experience within the consumer goods industry is a plus. 

• Strong understanding of SAP S/4HANA and finance system landscapes (i.e. P2P & Planning tools)

• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall)

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint. 

• Strong ownership and accountability, with the ability to independently plan, execute, and follow up on complex projects. 

• Analytical and solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to identify process inefficiencies and propose data-driven improvements

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence across functions and seniority levels. 

• Structured and detail-oriented working style, ensuring accuracy in financial data, project documentation, and deliverables. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving international environment. 

• Collaborative team player with a continuous improvement mindset and openness to new tools, technologies, and ways of working. 

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What is the recruitment process like at Ekkiden?

At Ekkiden, we strive to provide every candidate with a positive experience.

• Initial Interview: Our recruitment team will contact you to discuss your motivation and expectations.

• Interviews: Depending on the role you’re applying for, you’ll have one or two interviews with our executives.

• Client Meeting: Finally, you’ll have the opportunity to meet the client.

Although this is our standard process, we can make adjustments based on specific circumstances.