BlackLine SmartClose Expert - Freelance
Sidekick NetworkBonn, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany • Switzerland
Posted March 25, 2026
Contract / Temporary
About the Company
Sidekick Network specializes in aligning top-tier IT and ERP talent with complex deployment projects, ensuring optimal fit through a rigorous, experience-based selection process. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services—including IT project and program management, procurement, digital and business transformation, SAP and SAP HANA rollouts, agile project management, and change management—to support end-to-end system implementations. By leveraging deep industry knowledge and a proven track record of successful engagements, Sidekick Network delivers tailored solutions that accelerate digital transformation and maximize ROI. Its collaborative culture emphasizes partnership, transparency, and continuous improvement, positioning the firm as a trusted partner for organizations seeking expert guidance and execution in high-stakes IT initiatives.
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced BlackLine SmartClose Expert to support a global finance transformation initiative. The role involves optimizing and automating complex month-end close processes in a global environment.
Requirements
- 5–7 years of experience in Finance, Accounting, or Business Process Management
- Strong expertise in month-end close processes and financial operations
- Proven hands-on experience with BlackLine SmartClose
- Experience integrating BlackLine with ERP systems (preferably SAP FI/CO)
- Solid understanding of financial compliance frameworks (e.g., IFRS, ICFR)
- Strong technical affinity to translate business requirements into system solutions
- Experience in process optimization methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, BPM)
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
- Excellent stakeholder management skills in global, matrix organizations
