Manager, Finance Systems

Overview

The organization is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Finance Systems Manager to lead the strategy, implementation, and optimization of core finance systems. The initial focus will be on the NetSuite environment, with the scope expanding over time to include additional systems supporting Procure-to-Pay, Order to Cash, and Record to Report processes.

Reporting to the Head of Finance Systems, this role drives efficiency, automation, and scalability within finance operations. The position combines hands-on system configuration and process improvement with managing technical resources to deliver more complex technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Build and shape the Finance Systems function
  • Define the structure and vision for a high-performing Finance Systems function
  • Help define roles, responsibilities, and growth paths as the team expands
• Create scalable solutions
  • Define, build, and optimize processes, methodologies, and tools for using NetSuite and other finance systems
  • Set standards for system configuration, data management, integrations, and reporting
• Implement best practices
  • Establish and enforce best practices for system configuration, data integrity, user management, security, testing, and deployment across finance systems
  • Ensure systems are rigorous, scalable, and maintainable long term
• Manage technical resources
  • Lead and guide internal or external technical resources delivering NetSuite SuiteScript development, API integrations, and other technical requirements
• Foster a data-driven culture within Finance
  • Advocate for data-driven insights using system capabilities for reporting and analysis
  • Ensure the Finance team has the data needed for accurate reporting, insightful analysis, and efficient decision-making

Requirements

• Leadership experience: 2+ years of experience managing or leading projects within finance systems, with a proven record of delivering successful outcomes in a fast-paced, growth environment
• Functional and process expertise: 5+ years of experience working with core finance systems, with deep knowledge across:
  • General Ledger
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Fixed Assets
  • Order Management
  • Procurement
• Hands-on NetSuite experience: significant hands-on experience with NetSuite configuration and administration; ideally, working understanding of SuiteScript and integrations
• Technical aptitude:
  • Strong understanding of system integrations and data flows
  • Ability to translate functional requirements into technical specifications
  • Comfort working with technical resources
• Experience building and scaling systems
  • Experience implementing new finance systems or significantly scaling existing ones to support growing business needs
• Strategic thinking and execution
  • Ability to define a long-term vision for finance systems while also implementing tactical changes to realize that vision
  • Comfort balancing strategic planning with hands-on involvement
• Collaborative leadership
  • Strong communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams, including Accounting, Engineering, and Operations
  • Ability to break down complex system issues into simple, actionable insights for non-technical teams
• Process- and detail-oriented
  • Experience designing and implementing processes that drive rigor, consistency, and efficiency across finance workflows
  • Thrive in environments optimizing systems for high performance and scalability

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in mid-sized, high-growth companies
• NetSuite Administrator certification
• Experience working for a manufacturing company
• Experience with other finance systems relevant to Procure-to-Pay, Order to Cash, and Record to Report processes
• Experience managing both internal and external technical resources
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Looker, Hex)

Compensation & Benefits

For full-time positions, the organization offers a wide range of best-in-class, comprehensive, and inclusive benefits tailored to each country where it operates. Local benefit packages typically include:

• Healthcare
• Dental
• Mental health support
• Parental planning resources
• Retirement savings options
• Generous paid time off

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

The organization complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is dedicated to creating an accessible, inclusive workplace. If accommodations are needed for an interview, they will work to meet those needs.