Director of Business Systems

Job Description

Job DescriptionPosition Overview

A global technology organization is seeking a strategic and results-driven Director of Business Systems to lead financial systems optimization, ERP implementation, and cross-functional process improvement initiatives. This senior leadership role is responsible for aligning financial operations with business strategy, enhancing system capabilities, and driving operational efficiencies across departments.

Key Responsibilities

Process & People Optimization

• Evaluate and document financial processes across accounting cycles.

• Identify and implement improvements to workflows and internal controls.

• Assess team skillsets and align roles with organizational needs.

• Develop and implement training programs to enhance team capabilities.

Strategic Financial Systems Leadership

• Collaborate with executive leadership to align systems and reporting with strategic goals.

• Define and implement KPIs and dashboards to support financial planning and performance tracking.

• Lead the organization through ERP system changes and financial system upgrades.

• Manage vendor relationships and coordinate with IT and external consultants.

System Management & Integration

• Oversee daily operations and maintenance of ERP and financial systems.

• Lead system upgrades, training development, and rollout.

• Identify and implement integrations (e.g., banking APIs, tax engines, customer portals) to improve automation and efficiency.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with finance, operations, HR, IT, and other departments to ensure systems support business decision-making.

• Drive adoption of analytics platforms and dashboards to improve profitability and performance.

Project & Change Management

• Manage ERP-related projects from scope definition to execution.

• Facilitate change management and user support during system transitions.

• Ensure timely delivery of project milestones and stakeholder communication.

Reporting & Analytics

• Develop and maintain reporting tools and dashboards for leadership.

• Provide strategic insights based on system data and performance trends.

Other Duties

• Lead or support additional strategic initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.

• CPA certification (active or inactive) obtained through public accounting experience.

Experience

• 15+ years of experience leading accounting and finance teams across functions including FP&A, reporting, AP/AR, inventory, and tax.

• Proven success in ERP implementations and financial system upgrades.

• Experience in multi-site and global organizations preferred.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong financial and business acumen.

• Exceptional leadership and team development skills.

• Effective communicator with the ability to present complex data to diverse audiences.

• Hands-on, self-motivated, and adaptable in fast-paced environments.

• Proficiency in ERP systems and financial process optimization.

• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working across global teams.

• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.

This is a high-impact opportunity for a finance systems leader to drive transformation and efficiency across a global organization.
Apply now to lead strategic initiatives that shape the future of financial operations.

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Pay Details: $130,000.00 to $150,000.00 per year

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