Finance & Controlling Systems Specialist - Project & Run (SAP Expert) (f/m)

Take off with Airbus Helicopters!

Airbus Helicopters is looking for a Finance & Controlling Systems Specialist - Project & Run (SAP Expert) (f/m) to join our Finance Transformation Department based in Marignane, France.

Join us to shape the future of aeronautics and help protect lives during missions accomplished thanks to our helicopters.

The Marignane site, the 3rd largest industrial site in France, near Marseille and Aix-en-Provence, is undergoing a deep transformation to offer a high‑tech, inclusive, and environmentally friendly working environment.

You will live a unique professional experience, at the heart of the manufacturing of our helicopters.

Your future missions

In order to manage current transformation projects and ensure the operational excellence of our live applications, Airbus Helicopters is looking for a Finance & Controlling Systems Specialist (Project & Run) to join the Finance Transformation & Systems team in Marignane.

In this dual role, you will bridge the gap between business needs and IT solutions. Your mission will be two‑fold: leading key Project initiatives (Build) to optimize Accounting & Controlling processes, and driving the day‑to‑day operational support (Run) to ensure system stability, continuous improvement, and high user adoption.

Project Management & Delivery (Build mode)

• Lead and monitor end‑to‑end IT/Finance project schedules: define milestones, prioritize tasks, manage scope, and provide clear reporting to stakeholders.
• Gather business requirements and translate them into solid functional and technical specifications for Accounting & Controlling modules.
• Drive testing and deployment phases (planning, defect tracking, business validation, and go‑live coordination).
• Change Management: Design and deliver training sessions to ensure smooth adoption of new solutions by business teams.

Application Management & Support (Run mode)

• Serve as the key point of contact for live Accounting & Controlling systems, ensuring business‑as‑usual (BAU) stability.
• Monitor, analyze, and resolve functional incidents and user requests in collaboration with IT support teams.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying system bottlenecks, proposing optimizations, and implementing minor enhancements.
• Maintain up‑to‑date functional documentation and knowledge bases for key users.

Your profile

Background & Experience

• SAP Expertise (Mandatory): Strong hands‑on experience with SAP Finance and Controlling modules (FI/CO). Experience with S/4HANA is a distinct advantage.
• Dual Expertise: Proven experience combining IT/Finance Project Management (PMI, Prince2, or Agile certifications are a plus) with operational application support (Run/BAU mode).
• Domain Knowledge: Solid understanding of core Accounting and Financial Controlling processes.

Soft Skills

• Highly organized, adaptable, and resilient when facing shifting priorities.
• Analytical mindset with a sharp eye for detail, combined with a strong problem‑solving orientation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with both technical teams and finance executives.
• Strong team spirit and collaborative mindset.

Languages

• English: Fluent (written and spoken) - Daily working language.
• French: Native.

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