Financial Systems Manager

Job Description

<p>We're looking for a skilled Manager, Financial Systems Administration to join our finance business technology team on an 18-month contract basis. This role will work remotely in Canada on EST time zone.</p><p><br></p><p><b>What You'll Do:</b></p><ul><li>Provide essential support to finance users by managing access and maintaining our financial systems, including the ERP platform (Navision) and budgeting & forecasting tools (Adaptive Financial Planning). This includes system access administration, integration, report development, and application upkeep.</li><li>Ensure seamless synchronization between AFP (Adaptive Financial Planning) and our core financial system (NAV) by maintaining and mapping General Ledger Accounts, Levels, and Dimensions accurately.</li><li>Lead and support various projects, such as new system implementations and system enhancements. Key activities include gathering requirements, designing solutions, conducting User Acceptance Testing (UAT), offering post-launch support, and delivering training and documentation.</li><li>Maintain data integrity and accuracy across different systems and reporting tools to ensure reliable financial insights.</li><li>Assist with critical finance operations like month-end and year-end closing activities.</li><li>Ensure timely resolution of integration issues and errors between financial systems.</li><li>Support compliance with internal controls related to IT systems, including maintaining policies and conducting user role reviews.</li><li>Act as a liaison for external auditors by providing system-related documentation and meeting their requirements.</li><li>Collaborate with IT to troubleshoot existing systems, support system upgrades, and ensure finance and accounting needs are properly configured.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve system functionality for greater efficiency.</li><li>Build and strengthen relationships with cross-functional teams, external partners, and vendors to resolve operational issues and explore opportunities for enhancements.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>What We're Looking For:</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Information Systems, or a related field.</li><li>Experience working with FP&A reporting tools, with a preference for AFP.</li><li>Proven track record with large ERP systems like MS Dynamics, SAP, or Oracle.</li><li>At least 5 years of relevant experience, including managing projects and implementing financial systems.</li><li>Knowledge of internal controls and designing access and control procedures.</li><li>Solid understanding of accounting and finance processes, including month-end and day-to-day operations.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.</li></ul><p></p>