ERP Specialist (MS Dynamics 365 Finance)

Schibsted Media is the leading digital media division in Scandinavia and consists of a broad portfolio of brands such as VG, Aftenposten, E24, Bergens Tidende, Stavanger Aftenblad, Aftonbladet, Svenska Dagbladet and Omni. In addition, Schibsted’s news division has several digital niche products, with the podcast platform Podme among them. Our publications are renowned for their exceptional journalism, high editorial independence and strong digital development.

ERP Specialist (MS Dynamics 365 Finance)

As an ERP Specialist, you will be at the forefront of our digitization initiatives, contributing to the enhancement of our Finance Function through the use of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance. Collaborating with cross-functional teams in both finance and tech, you will drive innovation and facilitate transformative change. This role encompasses responsibilities of both functional and more technical deliverables, focusing on configuration, application ownership of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance, and a holistic approach to optimal utilisation of the ERP platform for the finance function.

To thrive in this role you like the holistic approach of understanding how we can get the best use of our ERP platform for finance, while also digging into the details of configuration. You will work closely with the manager of the Finance Systems team who is responsible for operating and driving development projects related to accounting and finance systems, including ERP, forecasting, financial consolidation, and governance, risk and compliance. In this dynamic and forward-thinking environment you will be able to influence and create great value through configuration, optimization and improvement of finance systems for Schibsted Media.

This role will report to the Head of Finance Systems. The position will be located in Oslo, and it will require some travelling.

The ERP Specialist is responsible for:

  • Continually contribute to development and automation within our group finance systems, with a special responsibility for ERP (including minor support systems).

  • Identify and translate business requirements and needs into practical solutions and actionable ERP configurations.

  • Design and implement Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance configurations to meet business needs, taking ownership of ERP modules and functionalities.

  • Provide primary ERP tool support for Finance and Business Controllers, including taking ownership of ERP modules and functionalities, configurations, operational monitoring, business error handling and documentation.

  • Monitor existing systems and solve or escalate any operational issues that threaten reporting timing, including risk management and quality assurance.

  • Establish and maintain relationships with the team, other internal stakeholders such as financial controllers and internal IT, and external vendors.

  • Support the organisation in areas of defining use cases, user acceptance testing, master data management, and support stakeholders in their deliverables using ERP systems and support systems.

  • Ensure usability and accessibility of ERP deliverables, providing training and support to users as needed, and facilitating effective communication and collaboration.

Who we are looking for

The ideal candidate should have:

  • Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience within ERP consulting, ERP superuser, accounting, or auditing

  • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance or similar platforms, preferably as a configuration specialist or advanced user in financial controlling.

  • Strong understanding of Finance and Business Controller roles, with experience in managing business stakeholders.

  • Great interest in functional system administration, data, systems, and integrations, with technical ability gained through working as a functional consultant, system administrator, or similar, with knowledge of financial consolidation principles, processes, and systems.

  • Proficiency in executing end-to-end ERP configuration and management independently, preferably with experience from a large organisation

  • Curious to learn new systems and technology.Experience with configuration of financial consolidation and planning systems,

  • Methodical and structured approach, thriving in dynamic environments and driving continuous improvement.

  • Independent yet collaborative mindset with exceptional communication skills, with the ability to drive processes in a complex environment with many stakeholders.

  • Nordic language skills are advantageous but not mandatory.

  • The right skills and experience can compensate for formal training.

What we can offer

  • An opportunity to shape the future of Finance in Schibsted Media.

  • International work environment with excellent opportunities for professional and personal development.

  • Good work-life balance.

  • Being part of a company where employees support, trust, and collaborate with each other.

  • An organisation embracing change and going for growth.

  • Opportunity to merge finance expertise with technical acumen to drive impactful change.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Liselotte Krosvik on phone: 91725599 or email: liselotte.krosvik[AT]schibsted.com

Company benefits
  • Learn and develop within Learning Lab
  • 6000 fantastic colleagues in over 4 countries
  • Empowering body and mind with Schibsted Life
  • Career opportunities within the Schibsted family
  • We embrace diversity
  • Karriärmöjligheter inom Schibstedfamiljen
  • Var del av en mångfaldig, inkluderande arbetsplats
  • Personlig utveckling och lärande inom Learning Lab
  • Work with products that matter in peoples lives
  • Schibsted Life erbjuder fysisk och mental träning
  • Jobba med välkända produkter och tjänster
  • Bli del av mangfoldig, inkluderende arbeidsplass
  • Karrieremuligheter i Schibstedfamilien
  • Mer enn 5000 fantastiske kollegaer i 4 land
  • Styrke kropp og sinn med Schibsted Life
  • Jobb med anerkjente produkter og tjenester
Company milestones
  • 1839 - Christian Schibsted founds a Printing House.
  • 1860 - Aftenposten is established, soon becoming a favoured and trusted media channel.
  • 1966 - Schibsted acquires VG.
  • 1996-1998 - Schibsted buys Aftonbladet and Svenska Dagbladet, two of Sweden’s leading national quality newspapers.
  • 2000 - Finn.no is founded, today one of Norway's strongest brands.
  • 2003 - Blocket is acquired. Today the number one market place in Sweden.
  • 2005 - Schibsted Growth starts investing in various digital brands.
  • 2006 - The international expansion of Schibsted classified business is starting.
  • 2019 - Adevinta is listed at Oslo Børs. Schibsted’s international Marketplaces is spun off into a separate company.
  • 2020 - 2021 - Adevinta acquires 100% of eBay Classifieds Group creating the worlds largest online classified company. As part of the agreement, Schibsted buys DBA.dk and bilbasen.dk
  • 1839 - Christian Schibsted grundar ett tryckeri.
  • 1860 - Tidningen Aftenposten etableras och blir snabbt en betrodd mediekanal.
  • 1966 - Schibsted köper VG.
  • 1996 - 1998 - Schibsted köper Aftonbladet och Svenska Dagbladet, två av Sveriges ledande nyhetskällor.
  • 1996 - Schibsted grundar den norska marknadsplatsen Finn, i dag ett av Norges starkaste varumärken.
  • 2003 - Blocket, Sveriges dominerande marknadsplats, blir en del av Schibstedfamiljen.
  • 2005 - Schibsted Growth börjar investera aktivt i digitala bolag.
  • 2006 - Den internationella expansionen av Schibsteds digitala marknadsplatser startar. Blocket rullas ut i världen, som mest i 34 länder.
  • 2019 - Schibsted’s internationella marknadsplatser etableras som ett eget bolag, Adevinta, med Schibsted som en stor ägare.
  • 2020 - 2021 - Adevinta förvärvar eBay Classifieds Group och skapar världens största digitala marknadsplats. I samband med affären köper Schibsted de danska marknadsplatserna DBA och Bilbasen.
  • 1839 - Christian Schibsted grunnla Schibsted forlag.
  • 1860 - Aftenposten etableres og blir raskt en betrodd mediekanal.
  • 1966 - Schibsted kjøper VG.
  • 1996 - 1998 - Schibsted kjøper Aftonbladet og SvD, to av Sveriges ledende nasjonale aviser.
  • 1996 - 2000 - Finn.no blir etablert, i dag en av Norges sterkeste merkevarer.
  • 2003 - Schibsted kjøper Blocket. I dag den største markedsplassen i Sverige.
  • 2005 - Schibsted Growth starter å investere i ulike digitale selskaper.
  • 2006 - Den internasjonale ekspansjonen av Schibsted digitale markedsplasser starter.
  • 2009 - Bergens Tidende, Stavanger Aftenblad og Fædrelandsvennen er fullt innarbeidet i Schibsted.
  • 2019 - Adevinta blir børsnotert på Oslo Børs. Schibsteds internasjonale markedsplasser blir etablert i et eget selskap.
  • 2020 - 2021 - Adevinta inngår avtale om å overta 100% av eBay Classifieds Group, og danner dermed verdens største online rubrikkselskap. Som en del av avtalen kjøper Schibsted DBA.dk og bilbasen.dk.