Solution Architect - Finance IT

Scania is undergoing a transformation from being a leading supplier of trucks, buses, and engines to providing complete and sustainable transport solutions. Together with TRATON and our sister brands MAN, Volkswagen Truck & Bus, and International, we are working to shape the future of mobility with innovative and environmentally conscious solutions. Our values – customer first, respect, team spirit, responsibility, and elimination of waste – are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are at the forefront of creating a sustainable future.

This Is Us

The Finance IT team at Scania is dedicated to creating efficient and data-driven financial flows through fit-for-purpose IT solutions. To achieve this, business and IT work closely together with inclusivity at all levels of the organization. A key component of our transformation journey is a skilled and professional team. We are looking for a solution-oriented architect who thrives on integrating people and technology to achieve optimal results. This role also offers opportunities for personal development in a technology-intensive global company.

Role Summary

In this role, you will play a key part in driving our journey forward, collaborating with business teams, other architects, and our delivery teams. Your contributions will be essential in maintaining and evolving the architectural landscape, ensuring it remains up-to-date and well-structured.

Job Responsibilities

Your primary responsibility will be to understand business strategies and visualize a future IT landscape that enables business goals. You will work daily with business colleagues and other Solution Architects to establish a flexible and future-proof IT landscape that supports Scania’s vision and evolving business models.

Key tasks include:

• Contributing to the development of the future target IT architecture in the Finance domain
• Ensuring functionality is reused and that company-wide architecture principles and standards are followed
• Working with other architects and development teams to ensure solutions have a long lifecycle
• Engaging in ongoing projects while collaborating with solution architects across production, aftermarket, finance, and purchasing
• Maintaining an overview of existing solutions and new development initiatives while ensuring proper documentation and modeling according to established guidelines

Who You Are

We are looking for an experienced Solution Architect with a minimum of five years in the field. You have both deep technical knowledge and a strategic mindset. Continuous improvement is a natural part of how you work. You bring a positive attitude and thrive in collaboration but are also comfortable working independently when needed. Being structured, proactive, and responsible is key to success in this role.

To excel in this position, you should have:

• Strong expertise in the Finance domain, with a focus on Record to Report and Investment processes
• Experience translating business requirements into IT solutions and engaging with key stakeholders
• The ability to constructively challenge ideas and design approaches
• Broad technical knowledge, strong analytical skills, and experience working with cloud and hybrid solutions
• A solid understanding of architectural diagramming and documentation
• Strong communication and networking skills, with the ability to build relationships across teams
• Experience with agile working methods and transformation projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Purchase to Pay and Order to Cash processes
• Familiarity with SAP S/4 Hana

Scania Offers

We offer a dynamic, flexible workplace with hybrid work options, including Scania Sergel and Midway hubs. With a structured development plan and courses, Scania supports your career growth both locally and internationally. 

Benefits include training at our health center Gröndal or wellness allowance, result bonus, flexible hours, and company car leasing. Scania also hosts events for employees and their families, and Stockholm residents enjoy direct access to Södertälje via Scania Job express buses.
 

Application

Your application should include a CV and any relevant certificates. We welcome all applicants and strive for diversity in our recruitment processes.

Apply as soon as possible, no later than 2025-02-12. Screening will take place on an ongoing basis during the application period. Logical and personality tests may be used as part of the selection process, and a background check may be required for this role.

If you have questions or would like more information, please contact hiring manager Johan Sköldh: johan.skoldh@scania.com 

We look forward to your application!