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Senior Finance Solutions Specialist – Hybrid (Chicago, New York, Boston, Louisville, Phoenix, Urbandale or London)

Senior Finance Solutions Specialist

📍 Locations: Chicago, IL | New York, NY | Boston, MA | Louisville, KY | Phoenix, AZ | Urbandale, IA | London, UK
🏠 Work Arrangement: Hybrid (3 Days Office / 2 Days Remote)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: No
💰 Compensation: $131,000 – $200,000

Overview

A global professional services organization is seeking a Senior Finance Solutions Specialist to serve as the techno-functional lead for enterprise finance systems, helping drive the evolution, integration, and optimization of cloud-based ERP and Professional Services Automation (PSA) platforms.

This role is ideal for someone who can bridge the gap between finance, technology, and business stakeholders—combining deep functional knowledge of financial processes with strong technical and solution architecture capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Systems & Solution Design

  • Partner with Finance, Business, and Technology teams to gather requirements and define solutions.

  • Translate business needs into user stories, functional requirements, and acceptance criteria.

  • Design end-to-end ERP and PSA solutions.

  • Conduct fit-gap analysis and provide recommendations on functionality, risks, and implementation approaches.

ERP & PSA Administration

  • Serve as the subject matter expert for finance applications.

  • Manage system enhancements, configuration, optimization, and troubleshooting.

  • Support financial processes including:

    • Revenue Recognition

    • Billing & Invoicing

    • Time Entry

    • Work-in-Progress (WIP)

    • Backlog Reporting

    • Month-End Close

Integration & Technical Leadership

  • Define integration architecture and data flows.

  • Support API and system integrations.

  • Guide development teams and troubleshoot complex issues.

  • Ensure solution quality and scalability.

Stakeholder Management

  • Act as liaison between business users and technical teams.

  • Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and change management initiatives.

  • Deliver training, documentation, and ongoing support.

  • Communicate effectively with both technical teams and senior leadership.

Required Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in:

    • Computer Science

    • Information Systems

    • Related Technical Field

Experience

  • 5+ years of ERP, finance systems, or finance technology experience.

  • Strong enterprise finance and accounting process knowledge.

  • Experience delivering solutions in Agile (Scrum/SAFe) environments.

  • Experience working directly with business leaders and senior stakeholders.

Required Functional Expertise

✔ Revenue Recognition

✔ Billing & Invoicing

✔ Work-in-Progress (WIP)

✔ Backlog Reporting

✔ Month-End Close

✔ Enterprise Finance / ERP Systems

✔ Business Process Analysis

✔ Solution Design

Strongly Preferred

Certinia (formerly FinancialForce)

  • 3–4+ years supporting:

    • Certinia ERP

    • Certinia PSA

    • Project Accounting

    • Resource Management

    • Financial Management

    • Time & Expense

    • Billing

    • Multi-Currency Environments

    • Project Economics

Note: Certinia is highly desired but not mandatory.

Candidates with strong experience in:

  • Salesforce Platform

  • ERP Implementations

  • Financial Systems

  • Revenue Recognition

  • Billing Solutions

  • Finance Transformation

will also be considered.

Technical Skills

✔ Salesforce Platform

✔ Enterprise ERP Systems

✔ Certinia / FinancialForce (Preferred)

✔ Jira

✔ ServiceNow

✔ Azure DevOps

✔ API & Data Integrations

✔ Agile Delivery Methodologies

✔ Solution Architecture

✔ UAT & Change Management

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a highly technical, hands-on finance systems expert who can both solve complex system problems and communicate effectively with executive stakeholders.

They will possess:

  • Strong finance ERP implementation experience.

  • Deep understanding of accounting processes and revenue recognition.

  • Ability to work independently and "get into the weeds" technically.

  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.

  • Ability to explain technical concepts in business language.

  • Experience leading discussions with Finance leadership and C-suite stakeholders.

  • Strong techno-functional consulting background.

Candidate Profile

Requirement

Details

Experience

5+ Years

Seniority

Mid-Senior

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Work Arrangement

Hybrid

ERP Experience

Required

Revenue Recognition

Required

Billing & WIP

Required

Certinia

Strongly Preferred

Salesforce

Preferred

Sponsorship

Not Available

Screening Questions

  1. What ERP or finance systems have you implemented or supported?

  2. Describe your experience with revenue recognition, billing, WIP, and backlog reporting.

  3. Have you worked with Certinia (FinancialForce) ERP or PSA solutions?

  4. What role have you played in finance system implementations or transformations?

  5. Have you worked directly with senior business stakeholders or executives?

  6. What Agile methodologies and delivery tools have you used (Jira, ServiceNow, Azure DevOps, etc.)?

  7. Can you describe a complex finance systems issue you personally diagnosed and resolved?

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?

  • Strong blend of technical and functional finance expertise.

  • Ability to lead discussions with both developers and executives.

  • Deep understanding of ERP systems and accounting processes.

  • Hands-on problem solver, not purely a project manager.

  • Comfortable designing solutions, troubleshooting issues, and driving adoption.

  • Able to translate business requirements into scalable technology solutions.

 

Senior Project Leader – Oracle EBS Financials | Pittsburgh, PA

Job Title: Senior Project Leader - EBS Financials
Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: Base salary range of $90,000 to $125,000 per year
Benefits: Comprehensive package included
Relocation Assistance: Available
Travel Requirements: None

Industry: Manufacturing & Production

Job Category: Information Technology - Business Intelligence

Job Description:

We are seeking a Senior Project Leader - EBS Financials to join our IT Enterprise Applications group. This role involves leading projects for finance applications, managing enhancements, supporting EBS modules, and providing internal consulting for business operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in Oracle EBS R12 applications and project management, ensuring continued system improvements and alignment with business goals.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Lead projects within the Finance applications group, focusing on EBS functional areas such as General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Project Accounting, and Accounts Receivable/Credit.

  • Oversee enhancements, support, and adoption of assigned EBS modules.

  • Provide leadership in supporting existing on-premises systems and technologies.

  • Serve as an internal consultant, working closely with business units to optimize application functionality.

Key Objectives:

  • Act as the primary IT contact for assigned EBS applications and functionalities.

  • Develop an in-depth understanding of relevant business processes and identify areas for improvement.

  • Manage support and maintenance processes for assigned systems and technologies.

  • Collaborate with business units to develop roadmaps for EBS financial applications and successfully implement enhancements.

  • Ensure compliance with industry standards, IT methodologies, and corporate policies.

  • Operate within an offshore support model for assigned responsibilities.

  • Pursue continuous learning to keep up with evolving job requirements and technologies.

  • Lead process improvement initiatives within individual tasks and the broader work team.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related field from an accredited institution.

  • Minimum of 5 years of IT experience, including Oracle EBS R12 application expertise.

  • At least 5 years of project management experience, demonstrating knowledge of project management processes and methodologies.

  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States (visa sponsorship not available).

  • This position requires access to controlled technology per government regulations. Eligible candidates must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or otherwise authorized.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of EBS Finance functional areas such as General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Project Accounting, and Accounts Receivable/Credit.

  • Experience with Oracle’s EBS R12 architecture.

  • Understanding of systems analysis, detail design, and programming techniques in an Oracle EBS R12 environment.

  • Familiarity with Oracle databases, PL/SQL, and SQL.

  • Knowledge of governance and change management procedures in an IT environment.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

  • Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with internal and external stakeholders.

  • Experience providing direction to offshore project and support resources.

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Security Clearance Required: No
Visa Candidate Considered: No

Note: Only candidates meeting the security and eligibility requirements will be considered.

 

Senior Accountant - Kent, WA - $70,000 - $115,000

Senior Accountant  - Kent, WA
$70,000 - $115,000

 

Job Overview 

A leader in technology and innovation, we are one of North America's major providers of wire, cable, and digital solutions. We manufacture and supply a wide array of products, including building wire, utility products, electrical components, and engineered systems, along with contractor planning and utility grid resiliency solutions. Our commitment to environmental stewardship and community well-being has fueled our progressive growth for over seven decades. We provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, tuition reimbursement, and vast opportunities for professional growth.

 

Job Description 

The Senior Accountant will oversee % Completion and all accounting/reconciliations for a project-based service group. This role requires a combination of analytical skills and a strong knowledge of accounting principles. The Senior Accountant will work closely with the Project Management team and senior leadership to ensure financial success and timely, accurate reporting on all projects.

 

Key Responsibilities 

-          Complete month-end close tasks to ensure accruals are accurate and project accounting aligns with GAAP.

-          Maintain % of Completion accounting for the High Voltage Services Group.

-          Reconcile all project costs monthly against budget and lead spend/performance meetings with project management and senior leadership.

-          Perform project setup, closeout, and post-mortem financial reviews.

-          Report monthly on cost center variances and support corrective action initiatives.

-          Assist the Finance Manager in budgeting and forecasting for the Service groups.

-          Maintain the Forecast Accuracy Scorecard and support leadership in improving forecast accuracy processes.

-          Support internal and external audit requests.

-          Collaborate with Operations to complete Pro-forma and IRR calculations for capital requests.

-          Provide ad-hoc reporting for management decision-making.

 

Required Education, Experience, and Skills 

-          Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

-          Experience: Minimum 5+ years; 3+ with CPA certification

-          Skills: Strong/advanced Excel skills, excellent communication abilities, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively

-          Preferred Skills: SAP or ERP experience, % Completion Accounting experience, CPA certification

 

Reports To: Manager, FP&A 

Travel: Domestic travel up to 25% 

Workplace: On-site (4+ days a week)

 

Competencies 

-          Nimble Learning 

-          Customer Focus 

-          Planning and Alignment 

-          Collaboration 

-          Balancing Stakeholders 

-          Action-Oriented 

 

Benefits 

-          401k with Matching 

-          Comprehensive Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision) 

-          Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays 

-          Long & Short-Term Disability 

-          Supplemental Insurance Plans 

-          Employee Assistance Program 

-          Tuition Reimbursement Programs 

-          Professional Growth and Advancement Opportunities 

-          Parental Leave 

 

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.