Senior Application Specialist, SAP Finance

MetsoEspoojoblyfipublished 09/30/2026
Must-have:SAPDevOpsAgileSeniorLeadHybrid

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You will work as a Senior Application Specialist in Metso IT’s Finance Application Team to support and develop the SAP S/4HANA Finance solution.

You will coordinate development and support activities with implementation partners, external providers and internal stakeholders across FI, MM and SD spanning many company codes and countries.

The role requires senior SAP FICO expertise with at least 5+ years’ experience in ECC/S4HANA, advanced FI/CO configuration, testing and production support.

Metso offers hybrid work from Espoo or Tampere, wellbeing and learning benefits, a global network, and applications are open until October 25, 2026.

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Our world depends on rocks, minerals, metals and other raw materials – the building blocks of modern society. As an industry leader, Metso helps transform these essential materials to enable sustainable modern life.

Our solutions and services support everything from renewable energy and electrification to the infrastructure and digital economy shaping our future. Together, we help our customers meet growing demand while driving the industry toward a more sustainable use of the earth’s natural resources.

Join nearly 18,000 Metsonites worldwide, each bringing unique expertise and experience to positive change. At Metso, you’re supported by a growth culture built on safety, wellbeing, inclusion and collaboration.

This is your opportunity to make an impact and rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: 10/25/2026

Introduction  

We are looking for a  Senior Application Specialist, SAP Finance to work within our Finance Application Team in Metso IT . This is an exciting opportunity for the SAP Senior Specialist with a passion to support the function through Information Technology development. Your key role will be to support and develop our SAP S4 solution. You coordinate development and support activities with our key stakeholders (implementation partner and external partners in an outsourced model).   

Every time Metso sells a crusher to a mine in Chile, ships spare parts from a warehouse in Germany, or invoices a service contract in India, the SAP system has to support the business processes and allow the needed financial transactions. That logic spans tens of company codes across 51 countries and cuts across FI, MM, and SD. We are looking for a Senior application specialist to help build, maintain, and improve it. You will be based at our Espoo headquarters or Tampere office, working closely with the finance SAP team.   

What you’ll do   

Participate in IT tools and processes development, implement chosen development practices and IT & digital development model (e.g. DevOps, ITIL based) and seek ways to leverage agility and speed with development.   

Collect and document requirements, perform functional analysis, design, build/test/document solutions as required, and perform knowledge transfers to stakeholders.   

Coordination of development activities across SAP consultants, developers, integration teams, and external partners.   

Manage and prioritize application development backlog together with business stakeholders, Product Owners, and Business Solution Owners.   

Identify opportunities for process standardization, automation, and simplification.   

Implement and improve DevOps, Agile, Jira, ITIL, and release management processes.   

In key developments, you will support application testing, including SIT and UAT regression testing.   

Who you are  

Senior-level expertise needed to take ownership of complex SAP Finance topics from day one:  

Proficiency in Finance and Controlling (SAP FICO), other domain knowledge is a big advantage   

Previous knowledge and experience in ECC / S4 HANA throughout the application lifecycle, with at least 5+ years of experience. Experience in configuring SAP S4 HANA Finance.   

Extensive hands-on SAP FiCo experience, preferably 5+ years, with demonstrated ownership of configuration, solution design, testing, and production support in complex business environments.   

Advanced SAP FI/CO configuration expertise across general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, asset accounting, cost center accounting, internal orders, and profit center accounting, with the ability to design scalable and sustainable solutions.   

Strong end-to-end SAP S/4HANA Finance process understanding, controlling and profitability analysis (COPA) including integration with MM and SD, period-end closing, reporting, troubleshooting, and the ability to translate business requirements into robust FI/CO design decisions.   

The ability to assess custom ABAP logic is an advantage and technical design from a functional finance perspective, identify process or posting impacts, and work effectively with developers and integration specialists.   

Solid understanding of indirect tax and VAT determination principles, with the ability to evaluate their impact on finance postings, compliance reporting, and cross-module process design.   

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with fluent English and the capability to lead discussions with business users, IT colleagues, implementation partners, and external service providers.   

Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting requirements.   

We offer you an independent and responsible role in IT. You work with a large network of professionals and with the latest tools and techniques. You will have the support of a great team and an open and friendly work environment.   

What's in it for you   

An inspiring purpose  - Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there's a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change.    

Wellbeing and safety   - Benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plan, healthy living rewards, meal benefits, mental well-being services, on-site gym (Espoo HQ), and engagement surveys.    

Compensation and rewards   - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets.     

Hybrid working possibilities  - While we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment.    

A thriving culture  - We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.     

Extensive learning opportunities  - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.    

Worldwide support   - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.   

Get in touch   

Want to rise above the possible with us? Click ‘Apply now’ to leave your resume and application latest by October 25, 2026.  

For more information, please contact Petri Rantanen (Senior Manager, Finance Applications) by email: petri.rantanen(a)metso.com  or by phone +358 40 1595 293.  

We understand that some highly capable candidates might hesitate to apply for a role unless they meet every listed qualification. If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the requirements. You may be the right candidate for the role.  

Metso is committed to pay equity and transparent reward practices globally. Compensation information is shared in line with local legislation and applicable recruitment practices.  

How to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.

Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2025 Metso had close to 18,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2025 were about EUR 5.3 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. 

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