WE WANT YOU TO HELP US CREATE THE DIGITAL FUTURE OF OUR COMPANY

We embarked a seven year global Business Transformation program enabled by SAP S/4HANA in January 2021. This is a greenfield implementation for Sandvik, a large Swedish multinational group. Ireland was chosen as the central hub location for this business digitalisation initiative which we call the “Seamless Flow Program”. A second phase of the Program is now starting, with ambition to extend the template to our Sales Units
We are looking for exceptional people to join our diverse and multi-cultural team. This is a fantastic opportunity to create the digital future for our organisation using the very latest SAP technologies, creating sustainable business benefits and supporting the execution of Divisional strategies.
As we are creating a new internal SAP competency, this presents a great opportunity for learning and career development in this full-time position.
Sandvik is a high-tech and global engineering Group with a strong commitment to enhancing customer productivity, profitability and sustainability. The Sandvik Group has been in operation since 1862 and today employs some 44,000 people, working in approximately 160 countries. Our diverse solutions delivered by our highly qualified and proficient employees enhance our customers’ productivity, safety and their profitability.
We are now recruiting for a Business Analyst – Finance - for a permanent role in our Dublin Office.

Education, Licenses & Certificates

• Fully qualified accountant (3+ years PQE

JOB PURPOSE

The purpose of the Business Analyst role is to represent the business interests and requirements by bringing knowledge of current business operations and taking responsibility for helping define how the business will operate in the future, enabling new processes, continuous improvement of existing processes and supporting the adoption of new technologies.
As a Finance Business Process Analyst, you will play a critical role in optimizing financial operations by analysing, designing, and improving the process. This role bridges the gap between finance and IT, leveraging data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making and create seamless end to end workflows. As an analyst you will collaborate closely with finance teams across the world and stakeholders to identify process gaps, implement best practices, and ensure systems and procedures align with organizational goals.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyse and Map Financial Processes: Evaluate existing financial processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Process Optimization: Design and implement process improvements to streamline finance operations. Work with business / process owners to ensure the designs being produced, in line with business expectations and meet their requirements
• Root Cause Analysis of Recurring Incidents: Collaborate with IT to investigate and resolve recurring financial system issues by conducting root cause analysis, identifying underlying problems, and implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with finance, IT, and other departments to ensure business requirements are met and that changes are implemented effectively.
• System Change Support: Assist in all stages of system change projects and programs, support finance with the introduction of new solutions and processes from design to build, test, training, cutover and hyper care.
• Documentation and Training: Develop and maintain clear documentation of financial processes, system configurations, and best practices; provide training to end-users as necessary.
• Ensure Compliance: Ensure that financial processes comply with relevant regulations, standards, and internal controls to mitigate risks and maintain accountability.
• Monitor KPIs: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of process improvements and identify further opportunities for optimization.
• Change Management: Lead or support change management initiatives related to financial processes, including communicating changes, training staff, and ensuring smooth transitions.
  Your Profile
  You are a highly motivated, team player with superb interpersonal skills and a passion for excellence. You have a positive outlook, a can-do attitude and thrive on working in a multi-cultural team environment. You have previous system implementation/process change experience. Previous SAP R/3 or S/4HANA experience is desirable. Working knowledge of System 21/Aurora is desirable.

Education, Licenses & Certificates

• Fully qualified accountant (3+ years PQE)

What we offer:
22 days annual leave
4 Company Days
Defined Contribution Pension
VHI Health Insurance
Life & Disability Insurance
Health & Wellbeing Initiatives – gym membership, wellbeing seminars, bike to work scheme
Flexible start & Finish times
Hybrid working
Diversity, Inclusion & Sustainability
Sandvik has a developed belief in conducting our business in a sustainable and responsible manner, both for our employees and the environment; wherever in the world we operate.
Our high ethical standards determine our policy of putting Safety at a premium, acknowledging and respecting the communities and giving due consideration to the environment in the areas we operate.
These core values, to prioritise the safety and well-being of our employees, are the foundation of how we work today. We also recognise the importance on inter-personal relationships and how those based on honesty, respect and trust, enhance our working lives and help each other’s growth and career development.
Equality of opportunity is fully supported and endorsed as an employer by Sandvik, while also welcoming the additional strength that diversity brings, by providing a work environment where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect.
Location: Dublin, Ireland (Dockline, Mayor Street, IFSC, Dublin 1)
Reporting to: Business Process Manager Finance, TP & Indirect Tax
Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions
Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is a business area within the Sandvik Group and a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. Application areas include rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunnelling and quarrying. In 2021, sales were approximately 41 billion SEK with about 15,500 employees within continuing operations.
A glimpse of our culture
At Sandvik, we’re tech driven, innovative and entrepreneurial! For us, success is a team effort - we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where people can be themselves and reach their full potential. So, we invest in supporting each other, learning together and celebrating our differences. We also give you the freedom to find that perfect mix between work, family life and interests. Visit our
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How to apply? Interested in the challenge? Please apply directly via the Workday Employee Self Service with the reference [O/S]. For further information regarding the recruitment process contact
HRIreland@sandvik.com
. Read more about Sandvik and apply at
https://www.home.sandvik/career
Prior to this recruitment, we have already decided which advertising channels and marketing campaigns we wish to utilise, and we respectfully decline any contact from marketing or recruitment agencies regarding additional channels or campaigns.
The closing date for applications is 23rd May 2025.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the EU or hold a valid permit to work in the E