Senior Finance & SAP Solutions Expert (m/f/d) at Allianz SE

You will own your remit, act on your own initiative, and deliver sustainable outcomes. Specifically, you will: Define, drive, and deliver financial solutions and optimized end-to-end processes in close collaboration with business, IT, and service providers Enable smooth decision-making and transparency through rigorous documentation Ensure robust testing strategies are applied for all solutions delivered under your responsibility Define and set up automated closing processes in relevant finance systems across OEs; own the resolution of errors and issues during the closing cycle, including escalation where necessary Review audit findings concerning financial applications, identify viable courses of action, and drive implementation of mitigating measures Provide support for complex issues in relevant ERP systems, including cross-module and cross-system scenarios; deliver sustainable long-term solutions short-term fixes and ensure documentation of both Lead project streams within your area of expertise Act as a subject-matter expert for the Group initiative SimpliFi, covering the data model, technical accounting data flows, and closing processes Establish and own OE operational processes under SimpliFi team responsibility: this includes both technical configuration and underlying finance processes in depth, designing new processes in line with global strategy, and proactively harmonisation opportunities, improvement potential, and AI applicability across OEs and systems

Minimum qualification Education: University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Informatics or comparable qualification Experience: Minimum 7 years of relevant professional experience, with at least 2 years carrying direct accountability for finance systems or closing processes within a large, complex organization SAP expertise: Deep, practical knowledge of SAP Accounting (R/3 or S/4HANA), including system logic, cross-module dependencies, and the ability to navigate and interpret configuration and customising Analytical thinking: Ability to identify patterns and root causes in complex data and processes, risks distilling key issues and providing actionable insight Finance know-how: Comprehensive finance and insurance knowledge enabling cross-departmental thinking and acting Project management: Demonstrated experience managing or leading project streams, including stakeholder management and delivery accountability Communication: Ability to acquire information clearly and effectively, adapting to the audience at all levels of the organization, both verally and in writing Languages: Full professional proficiency in English required; basic German is advantage Preferred qualifications Direct experience with the SimpliFi Group Initiative, including familiarity with its data model or transformation scope Background in insurance or asset management business functions, management consulting, or finance technology Practical experience applying Generative AI or other advanced analytical tools in a finance or accounting context Prior experience within Allianz or large insurance groups

Flexible and hybrid work model Multinational and inclusive community Great career development and learning opportunities Company pension and health insurance employee stock purchase program with a discount Health and well-being offers Supportive family care benefits Opportunity to contribute to our sustainability programs Great place to work certified And there is much more: Allianz SE Benefits