Finance Automation Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany.

📋 Description

• Develop the solution as outlined in the solution design.

• Configure the close and reconciliation procedures.

• Create integrations with the ERP and related systems.

• Guide each process through testing, go-live, and initial support stages.

• Construct and configure end-to-end close processes, encompassing task lists, dependencies, approvals, and automated actions.

• Automate account reconciliation processes, including matching rules and handling exceptions.

• Streamline journal entries from data preparation and validation to posting in the ERP.

• Integrate SAP S/4HANA or ECC and other source systems using standard connectors, files, and API interfaces.

• Automate intercompany, accrual, and reclassification tasks during the close process.

• Implement workflow logic in REL or JavaScript when the standard designer does not fulfill requirements.

• Conduct unit and integration testing, resolve defects, and assist during user acceptance testing.

• Facilitate changes between environments, execute cutover, and provide hypercare support.

• Generate technical documentation and transfer to the support team.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proven hands-on experience with Redwood Finance Automation (RunMyFinance), having developed close, reconciliation, or journal processes in at least one live implementation.

• Minimum of 5 years in finance systems or automation engineering.

• Proficient understanding of SAP FI/CO postings and master data, or the equivalent in Oracle.

• Insight into common pitfalls in ERP integrations.

• Experience with workflow scripting in REL or JavaScript.

• Practical experience with ERP integration.

• Financial understanding of the record-to-report cycle and month-end controls.

• Proficiency in the English language.

• Candidates must be located in Germany.

• Desirable but not mandatory: Expertise in Redwood RunMyJobs workload automation; familiarity with BlackLine, Trintech, or SAP Advanced Financial Closing; current Redwood certification; experience in financial services or another regulated industry, including work under SOX or comparable audit controls.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and solutions.

• Collaborate with a dynamic and skilled team.

• Engage in meaningful projects that have a significant impact on business operations.

• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.