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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Financial Consultant - **Company:** PROTECH - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Information Systems, System Configuration, Operational Data Store, Oracle (Applications), Scrum Methodology, SAP (Applications), Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Epicor ERP, Infor, Qad - **Published:** September 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/afbf7cb8-5453-4d36-818b-83ad3828a403/it-financial-consultant ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field * 7+ years of experience in ERP consulting, IT finance, or a comparable hybrid role * Demonstrated experience supporting financial operations (GL, AP, AR) within a multi-billion dollar publicly traded company * Proven track record managing ERP projects in a manufacturing or industrial environment Technical & Functional Skills * Proficiency with at least one major manufacturing ERP platform (QAD preferred; SAP, Oracle, Infor, Epicor, or similar accepted) * Experience architecting ERP workflows and translating business requirements into system configurations * Strong understanding of financial close processes, internal controls, and public company reporting requirements * Ability to read and interpret financial statements, cost structures, and operational data Project & Leadership Skills * Demonstrated ability to independently manage single and multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities * Experience with formal project management methodologies (PMP, Agile/Scrum, or equivalent) * Skilled at building alignment across cross-functional and geographically distributed teams Communication Skills * Exceptional written communication skills - able to produce clear, concise, executive-level documentation * Strong verbal presentation skills - comfortable facilitating meetings and presenting to C-suite audiences * Active listening skills with the ability to translate operational pain points into structured system requirements ## Description The IT Financial Consultant serves as a strategic bridge between technology and finance, providing expert guidance on ERP system design, implementation, and optimization across manufacturing and back-office operations. This role is critical to ensuring that financial processes - from general ledger and accounts payable through accounts receivable and credit decisioning - are accurately reflected in enterprise systems and aligned with the operational realities of a multi-billion dollar, publicly traded manufacturing organization. The ideal candidate combines deep financial acumen with hands-on ERP experience and the ability to translate complex system architecture into clear, actionable guidance for executive and operational stakeholders., ERP Systems & Workflow Architecture * Design, configure, and optimize ERP workflows across finance, manufacturing, and supply chain functions * Architect end-to-end process flows within ERP platforms (QAD preferred; SAP, Oracle, Epicor, or equivalent accepted) * Lead or support ERP implementations, upgrades, and system integration projects * Identify system gaps and recommend solutions that align with operational and financial reporting requirements * Ensure ERP configurations support multi-entity, multi-currency, and regulatory reporting for a publicly traded company Financial Operations & Back-Office Support * Provide consulting support across General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions * Support credit decisioning workflows, collections processes, and supplier payment operations within ERP * Ensure financial controls, period-close processes, and audit requirements are properly supported by system configuration * Partner with finance leadership to align system capabilities with SOC reporting standards Manufacturing Operations Integration * Collaborate with plant operations teams to align production scheduling, cost accounting, and inventory management within ERP * Support integration between shop-floor systems and financial modules to ensure accurate cost capture and reporting * Understand and address the unique ERP requirements of discrete and process manufacturing environments Project Management * Manage single and concurrent projects from initiation through delivery, including scope definition, timelines, and stakeholder communication * Develop and maintain project plans, status reports, risk logs, and change management documentation * Coordinate cross-functional teams including IT, finance, operations, and external vendors * Escalate issues proactively and maintain accountability for project milestones and outcomes Communication & Stakeholder Engagement * Communicate technical and financial system concepts clearly to executive, management, and operational audiences * Produce high-quality written deliverables including business requirements, functional specifications, process documentation, and executive summaries * Present findings, recommendations, and project status to senior leadership with clarity and confidence * Facilitate workshops, working sessions, and training for end users and cross-functional teams ## Related Videos - [Tech as a Profit Center – Maximizing P&L Impact by Research Funding and Capitalization](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100125-tech-as-a-profit-center-maximizing-p-l-impact-by-research-funding-and-capitalization) - [Engineering for Reality: Strategy, Culture & Technology for Unpredictable Markets](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2095-engineering-for-reality-strategy-culture-technology-for-unpredictable-markets) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) ## Related Articles - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How to Write a CV and Interview if You Don't Fully Qualify For The Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/183-how-to-write-a-cv-and-interview-if-you-don-t-fully-qualify-for-the-job) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)