Overview
Finance ERP and Technology Expert (Remote EMEA or Canada) at Gartner. Analysts provide business and technology insights to CFO clients, helping to build and execute a finance technology strategy and roadmap to accelerate ERP to the cloud. You will address challenges across strategy, readiness, deployment and post go-live phases of cloud ERP transformation, and review embedded AI capabilities of vendors and potential benefits for finance functions.
Analysts create must-have insights for clients through published research and lead client interactions. You will meet with clients daily via video conference or at Gartner events, helping clients solve challenging problems and improve performance.
What you’ll do
* Serve as a subject matter expert in the finance technology domain, advising CFO clients and publishing research on topics such as ERP transformation, AI in ERP, building a finance technology strategy, executing a finance technology roadmap and leveraging innovations in finance technology.
* Collaborate with a team of experienced analysts to build authoritative research and advice addressing CFO priorities and challenges. Focus on helping CFOs understand the impact of technology on the finance function and selecting the best-fit cloud ERP vendors based on use cases and needs.
* Deliver high-quality advice through face-to-face and video presentations and discussions with clients.
* Stay ahead of the curve in cloud ERP business case development, vendor evaluation and selection, embedded AI capabilities, program governance, implementation, go-live readiness and post go-live management.
Who you are
* Passionate about finance technology and cloud ERP; you are recognized as an expert with strong market, vendor, trend, and process knowledge.
* Adept at writing insightful and actionable content for CFOs that supports strategic goals.
* Excellent collaborator with the ability to quickly build rapport and gain client trust.
* Confident presenter with CFO-level executive presence; prior speaking engagements are a plus.
* Analytical thinker who can process information quickly and make actionable recommendations.
* Willing to challenge conventional norms and views.
What you’ll need
* 12+ years of experience in finance department roles or consulting roles supporting and leading large cloud ERP projects transforming finance and accounting processes.
* Strong knowledge of latest trends, innovations and vendor capabilities in finance technology and cloud ERP, including vendor AI capabilities.
* Experience working with CFOs and senior finance leaders to build buy-in for finance technology projects, map needs to business outcomes, and deliver roadmaps on time and on budget.
* Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting; CPA or equivalent certification preferred. Master’s degree preferred.
* Ability to travel occasionally, regionally and globally.
About Gartner Finance Practice
The Gartner Finance Practice delivers frame-breaking research for CFOs on initiatives including finance technology optimization, finance function strategy & org design, and planning, budgeting & forecasting. The team serves 1,500+ client organizations worldwide and supports CFOs with original primary research, benchmarks, insights and analysis via an analyst and advisory model.
What makes Gartner a great place to work
We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Our teams are diverse and inclusive, and we invest in leaders who help us multiply impact. Gartner is recognized worldwide as a great place to work.
What we offer
World-class benefits, highly competitive compensation, and rewards for top performers. In our hybrid work environment, we provide flexibility to work virtually or in a collaborative office. We provide support for you to thrive and grow professionally.
Gartner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide accommodations as needed for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations, contact Human Resources at +1 (203) 964-0096 or ApplicantAccommodations@gartner.com.
Job Requisition ID: 96984
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