IT Application Manager & Functional Business Analyst (Finance)

TL;DR

IT Application Manager & Functional Business Analyst (Finance): Partnering with Finance stakeholders to translate business needs into effective IT solutions with an accent on functional analysis, application lifecycle management, and PPM tool optimization. Focus on ensuring system stability, compliance, and continuous improvement of finance and project management applications.

Location: Must be based in or able to work from Parma, Italy (Hybrid)

Salary: From €46,800

Company

hirify.global is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years of experience, operating as a certified B Corp dedicated to sustainable innovation and healthier global outcomes.

What you will do

• Act as a trusted IT partner for Finance stakeholders including Accounting, Controlling, and Treasury teams.
• Collect and analyze business requirements to drive the evolution of Finance and PPM applications.
• Manage the full lifecycle of finance and PPM applications, ensuring stability, performance, and compliance.
• Support the definition of future processes and functional solutions.
• Contribute to feasibility studies, impact assessments, and solution evaluations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners while ensuring adherence to ICT governance.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in IT roles, specifically as a functional analyst or application manager.
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related scientific discipline.
• English proficiency: B2 minimum.
• Solid knowledge of finance and accounting processes, governance, and lifecycle management.
• Proven experience with PPM tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or Jira.
• Ability to work effectively in international teams with a proactive, customer-oriented mindset.

Nice to have

• Functional experience with SAP S/4HANA (FI, CO, TR).
• Functional experience in Treasury Management Systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including pension and private medical insurance.
• Wellbeing and flexible benefits programs.
• Support for professional development through training and resources.
• Flexible working arrangements and remote work options.
• Tax assistance services for foreign colleagues.