BlackLine SmartClose Expert Freelance (remote)

We are supporting a global finance transformation initiative and are looking for an experienced BlackLine SmartClose Expert with strong hands-on expertise in SmartClose configuration and table design. The role focuses on optimizing and automating complex month-end close processes in a global environment.

Framework Conditions

• Start: TBD
• Duration: Approx. 9 months
• Location: Switzerland (remote)
• Language: English (fluent)
• Contract Type: Freelance
• Eligibility: Only candidates based within the EU can be considered

Tasks

• Act as a BlackLine SmartClose expert with a strong focus on hands-on configuration and table design
• Design build and maintain SmartClose templates tables and workflows including dependencies logic and automation rules
• Translate financial close requirements into functional SmartClose configurations
• Optimize and standardize global month-end closing processes using BlackLine SmartClose
• Drive automation to improve efficiency transparency and reduce manual effort
• Collaborate with Finance and IT to ensure integration (e.g. SAP BlackLine)
• Ensure proper process governance documentation (SOPs) and KPI definition
• Support change management user enablement and training
• Act as SME in ERP and integration-related initiatives ers and team members on best practices in SmartClose design and usage

Requirements

• 57 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 especially:
  - Creating and configuring SmartClose tables and templates
  - Designing task dependencies workflows and automation logic
  - Implementing and optimizing end-to-end close cycles
• 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
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across business and IT teams
• Fluent English (spoken and written)