Finance Automation Engineer, Global

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

📋 Description

• Develop the solution as outlined in the design specifications.

• Configure closing and reconciliation workflows.

• Create integrations with the ERP system and adjacent applications.

• Oversee each process through testing phases, go-live, and initial support.

• Design and set up comprehensive closing processes, which include task lists, dependencies, approvals, and automated procedures.

• Streamline account reconciliation by establishing matching rules and exception management.

• Automate journal entry processes from data preparation and validation through to posting in the ERP system.

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

• Facilitate automation of intercompany transactions, accruals, and reclassification activities during the closing process.

• Implement workflow logic using REL or JavaScript when the standard designer fails to meet requirements.

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

• Manage changes between environments, oversee cutover processes, and ensure hypercare post-implementation.

• Create technical documentation and hand it over to the support team.

⛳️ Requirements

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

• A minimum of 5 years in finance systems or automation engineering.

• Proficient understanding of SAP FI/CO postings and master data, or the Oracle equivalent, along with knowledge of common ERP integration challenges.

• Experience in workflow scripting using REL or JavaScript.

• Practical experience with ERP integrations.

• A finance-oriented understanding of the record-to-report cycle and month-end controls.

• Beneficial but not mandatory: Experience with Redwood RunMyJobs workload automation.

• Beneficial but not mandatory: Familiarity with BlackLine, Trintech, or SAP Advanced Financial Closing.

• Beneficial but not mandatory: A current certification from Redwood.

• Beneficial but not mandatory: Experience in financial services or another regulated industry, including exposure to SOX or similar audit controls.

• Submit your application with a CV and your available start date.

• Include three lines detailing your most recent Redwood implementation, specifying finance processes in scope, the connected ERP system, and components you personally developed.

• Proficiency in English is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary package.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Flexible working hours and remote work options.

• Engaging and inclusive work environment.