Why This Position Exists
This position exists to lead finance-side ERP improvement work for client engagements, translating management reporting and control requirements into process design, system configuration requirements and measurable operational improvement.
What You Will Be Responsible For
- Run finance diagnostics covering close, reporting, controls, data quality and ERP utilisation.
- Document current-state finance processes and design practical target-state alternatives.
- Define finance requirements for ERP configuration, integration and reporting.
- Lead procure-to-pay, order-to-cash and month-end close improvement workstreams.
- Design management dashboards connecting financial and operational performance.
- Plan and coordinate user acceptance testing, data validation and cutover readiness.
- Prepare recommendations and progress reporting for client management and steering groups.
- Work alongside technical specialists without assuming responsibility for system development.
What You Will Need
- A recognised accounting or finance qualification, or an equivalent degree with strong finance experience.
- At least eight years of experience, including finance process improvement or ERP-related delivery.
- Practical experience of at least one established ERP environment in a finance capacity.
- Demonstrated ability to document processes, define requirements and manage a workstream to deadline.
- Confident communication with senior client stakeholders.
Advantageous but Not Essential
- SAP
- Oracle NetSuite
- Microsoft Dynamics 365
- Process mining
- Power BI or Tableau
- RPA and workflow automation
- Manufacturing or multi-entity clients
How You Will Work
- Connects financial information with operations, performance and management decisions.
- Keeps scope, dependencies and risks visible throughout an engagement.
- Explains technical matters in plain language appropriate to the audience.
- Applies sound professional judgement where requirements conflict.
Where the Role Sits
Important Information for Applicants
- Submit a current CV identifying the ERP environments and finance workstreams you have worked on.
- Include a short covering statement outlining one transformation engagement you led and its outcome.
- Indicate your notice period and earliest available start date.
- Applications received after the closing date may not be considered.
Applicants must have the right to work in Sri Lanka. Occasional international travel may be required depending on the engagement.
