IT Application Manager & Functional Business Analyst - Finance and PPM Tools

Date: 1 Jul 2026

Department: Global ICT

Business Area: Information Technology

Job Type: Direct Employee

Contract Type: Permanent

Location:

Parma, IT

About us

Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in more than 30 countries, with its Headquarter in Parma, Italy. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas. Discover more here.

At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.

Chiesi Corporate Functions

Global ICT

The ICT Department plays a pivotal role in supporting Chiesi’s evolution into a digital and data-driven company. It is structured around five strategic pillars: Skills, Team, ICT Global Architecture, Communication, and GICT Processes. Through this integrated approach, the ICT Department partners with the business to unlock value, drive transformation, and enable sustainable innovation across the Group.

Who we are looking for

This is what you will do

The IT Application Manager & Functional Business Analyst – Finance partners with Finance stakeholders (Accounting, Controlling and Treasury) and Project Portfolio Management teams to translate business needs into effective IT solutions. The role focuses on functional analysis, application ownership and solution evolution, with limited involvement in project activities mainly related to feasibility studies.

You will be responsible for

Act as a trusted IT partner for Finance stakeholders.

Collect and analyze business requirements for the evolution of Finance applications.

Support the definition of future (“to be”) processes and functional solutions.

Manage finance and PPM applications across their lifecycle, ensuring stability, compliance and continuous improvement, monitoring also their performance and adoption.

Contribute to feasibility studies, impact assessments and solution evaluations.

Support testing, documentation, change management and handover to support teams.

Ensure adequate documentation and support change management activities to facilitate adoption.

Collaborate with internal teams and external partners in line with ICT governance.

You will need to have

5+ years of experience in IT roles, preferably as functional analyst and/or application manager

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or other scientific disciplines

English minimum B2 level

Solid knowledge of finance and accounting processes and their governance, adoption and lifecycle management

Proven experience in PPM tools (e.g. MS Project, Smartsheet,Jira,..)

Strong analytical skills, proactive mindset and ability to work in international teams

Clear communication and customer-oriented approach

Flexibility, adaptability, and problem-solving attitude

We would prefer for you to have

Functional experience on SAP S/4HANA (FI, CO, TR)

Functional experience in Treasury Management Systems

Location

Parma Headquarters with occasional international travel (up to 10%)

Compensation Range

The minimum salary for this role is €46.800, aligned to our established salary framework. The final offer will reflect the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications and internal equity considerations.

This role is eligible to participate in an annual bonus scheme, subject to company and individual performance.

In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including pension, private medical insurance, wellbeing programme, flexible benefits programme.

What we offer

No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.

We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.