What I do and who I do it for
I work at the junction where Finance strategy meets IT delivery. That means I understand what the CFO is trying to protect, what the CIO is trying to build, and why those two conversations so often talk past each other.
My background spans management accounting (CIMA), a decade-plus across Ford and Ford Credit in European Finance operations, full stack development and leading complex ERP and data transformation programmes. That combination is rare and it's where I add the most value.
Finance IT Programme & Project Management
Leading complex Finance transformation programmes
I've led large-scale Finance IT programmes across multinational environments - ERP implementations, microservices architecture, cloud migration on Azure, data platform builds on Databricks. I bring both the delivery rigour and the Finance domain fluency that most project managers can't offer.
I understand the language of the Finance function - period-end pressure, audit trails, reconciliation integrity, management reporting - and I translate that into IT requirements that actually land with architects and developers.
If your programme is stalling because the business and IT can't get aligned, that's usually where I come in.
Relevant engagements include: Ford Credit Europe (multi-market Finance systems), Mars FDSS programme (SAP/Microservices, Azure & Databricks).
Want to explore how this applies to your programme? Use the form in the contact page - I review all enquiries personally before responding.
Business Analysis & Finance Systems Design
Bridging the gap between what Finance needs and what IT builds
Bad requirements are the single biggest cause of failed Finance IT projects. I conduct structured process and systems analysis across the Finance function - AR, AP, GL, reporting, consolidation, planning and translate business needs into technical specifications that development teams can actually work from.
I've done this in SAP environments, bespoke microservices landscapes and hybrid legacy/cloud architectures. I know what a Finance business analyst needs to know about systems and what a systems analyst often misses about Finance.
Advisory & Mentoring
For individuals navigating Finance → Finance IT, or Finance IT → senior leadership
My own career wasn't linear. I came from management accounting, moved into IT project delivery, picked up full stack development, and built from there. I know what that transition looks and feels like and where people get stuck.
I work with a small number of professionals at a time on a focused, outcomes-led basis. This isn't motivational coaching - it's structured guidance on positioning, skill-building, stakeholder navigation and career strategy.
I also take occasional advisory engagements with smaller organisations who need senior Finance IT perspective without a full programme budget.
Alejandra Huamán, Account Executive: "His guidance, interview practice and encouragement helped me create clarity on how to position myself. Dante's overall presence had a positive impact on my career."
Interested in mentoring or advisory? Drop me a note via the contact form with a brief outline of what you're working on.
DantAI Concierge
AI-assisted Finance Transformation guidance - available now, on your terms
DantAI Concierge is my AI assistant, trained on Finance transformation strategy, programme delivery methodology and the practical realities of Finance IT projects.
It's the fastest way to get oriented on a problem - whether you're scoping an ERP programme, trying to understand what SAP S/4HANA actually means for your Finance function, or stress-testing a business case before a board presentation.
The public version is live on the homepage. An upgraded private version - built on my own IP with deeper programme knowledge - is coming soon.
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Practical tools for Finance IT professionals
I've built a library of courses and templates aimed at Finance professionals moving into IT delivery roles, and IT project managers who need to get up to speed on Finance domain context fast.
Topics include: project management (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid), data analytics (Python, SQL), Finance systems literacy, and digital tools (Power BI, Excel, MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet).
These aren't generic LinkedIn Learning alternatives. They're built from real programme experience.
[Visit the Academy → Still under construction]
Work with me
I'm selective about the engagements and conversations I take on — which means when I do commit, I'm fully in. If you think there's a fit, tell me about the opportunity or challenge you're working on and I'll come back to you directly.
All enquiries are reviewed personally. I don't use automated booking — you'll hear from me, not a calendar link.
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