IT Financial Consultant

Protech Services Group Inc•Memphis, TN

1d•$80,000 - $110,000

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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
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
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
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

Responsibilities

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
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
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
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
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