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Financial Systems Architect

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BILL

Financial Systems Architect

San Jose, CA

Do the best work of your career as a champion for small and mid-size businesses.

BILL is a leader in financial automation software for small and midsize businesses (SMBs). As a champion of SMBs, we are dedicated to automating the future of finance so businesses can thrive. Hundreds of thousands of businesses trust BILL solutions to manage financial workflows, including payables, receivables, and spend and expense management. With BILL, businesses are connected to a network of millions of members, so they can pay or get paid faster. Through our automated solutions, we help SMBs simplify and control their finances, so they can confidently manage their businesses, and succeed on their terms.

BILL is a trusted partner of leading U.S. financial institutions, accounting firms, and accounting software providers. We have operations in San Jose, CA, Draper, UT, Houston, TX and are continuing to expand into other geographic locations. If you're looking for a place that helps you do the best work of your career, look no further than BILL.

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Make your impact within a rapidly growing Fintech Company

The Finance Systems team is seeking an experienced Finance Systems Architect with a focus on ERP systems and associated Finance Business Systems. In this crucial role, you will document and maintain current state Finance System and data architecture as well as intersections with business processes. You will also be responsible for evaluating, scoping, and designing the architecture of our ERP system and associated Finance Business Systems along with other purpose built solutions. You will also lead the effort to map out our current ERP footprint, create a comprehensive data dictionary, and advocate for the best ERP solutions based on the company's evolving business needs. You will partner closely with our Finance Business Partners, Product, Engineering, and fellow Business Technology teams to drive impactful architectural solutions to our Finance Tech Stack, integrations and underlying data. Your expertise in Record-to-Report, Order-to Cash, and Procture-to-Pay finance value streams will be crucial, along with your proven leadership and project management skills to drive initiatives to successful completion. Additionally, you will join our expanding Finance Systems team as a dynamic thought leader and champion of best practices. Reporting directly to Sr Manager of Finance Systems, you will collaborate closely with Finance leadership, Business Technology, and engineering teams to raise the bar on our current Finance System landscape!

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the evaluation and scoping of ERP system(s), with a focus on NetSuite, Coupa, Salesforce, and other relevant Finance Business Systems.
  • Provide strategic recommendations on the best ERP solution(s), associated Finance Business Systems, and purpose built solutions for the current and future footprint based on business needs, scalability, and integration potential.
  • Create and maintain a data dictionary for all financial systems, mapping data flows, entities, and relationships across platforms and upstream Data Sources.
  • Design and document the architecture for financial systems, ensuring seamless integration between NetSuite, Coupa, Salesforce, and other business-critical applications.
  • Develop and enforce architecture standards and best practices to ensure security, consistency, reliability, and performance within the FInance System EcoSystem.
  • Lead transformational projects, including migrations, upgrades, and ERP system Implementations.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Engineering, Product, IT, and Operations, to align the Finance Systems Architecture and associated systems with strategic business goals.
  • Develop project roadmaps, manage implementation timelines, and ensure adherence to budget and project goals.
  • Establish and maintain data governance processes to ensure accuracy, security, and compliance across all financial systems in accordance with regulatory and internal control requirements
We'd love to chat if you have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
  • 8+ years of progressive experience in Finance System Architecture at a publicly traded company, with 4+ years specifically with Netsuite
  • Strong understanding of Finance technology stacks, including NetSuite, Coupa, SalesForce, and related business applications
  • Understanding of Record-to-Report, Order-to Cash, and Procture-to-Pay value streams and intersections with ERP systems.
  • Deep knowledge of APIs, microservices architecture, and new technologies
  • Solid Understanding in all aspects of technical architecture (operational excellence, security, reliability, performance efficiency, cost optimization)
  • Proficiency in creating data dictionaries, Functional and technical design documentation, process maps, architectural documentation, and solution proposals.
  • Experience building strong ITGC and SOX controls
  • Shown ability to analyze business direction and problems, understand long term vision and risk in developing strategic technical solutions.
  • Experience in Project Management using Agile framework and change management
The estimated salary range for this role is noted below for our San Jose based role. Our ranges for each role and job level are based on a variety of factors including candidate experience, expertise, and geographic location and may vary from the amounts listed above. The role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, flexible spending & health savings account, paid holidays, paid time off, and other company benefits.

San Jose pay range

$158,300-$190,000 USD

Let's talk about benefits
  • 100% paid employee health, dental, and vision plans (choose HMO, PPO, or HDHP)
  • HSA & FSA accounts
  • Life Insurance, Long & Short-term disability coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 11+ Observed holidays and wellness days and flexible time off
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program with employee discounts
  • Wellness & Fitness initiatives
  • Employee recognition and referral programs
  • And much more
For positions that are in office we support a hybrid work environment with on-site and remote work days. Check out our LinkedIn Life Page for each location and discover BILL.

We live our culture and values every day

At BILL, we're different by design-it's our culture. Our CEO is a trusted entrepreneur who lives our cultural values: Humble, Authentic, Passionate, Accountable, and Fun. People here love being their authentic selves, contributing unique experiences, sharing ideas, perspectives, and intellectual curiosity. We celebrate our diversity as the heart and soul of how we work, grow, and succeed together. Inspiring people with meaningful career experiences they love really does make the dream work and our successes just keep getting better. There's no limit to what we can build and where we can go from here. We'd love you to join us.

BILL is proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer where everyone is welcome. Our innovation and technology are inspired by an inclusive culture unlike any other. Everyone brings a different personal story and perspective and this diverse mix of minds, backgrounds, and experiences is where our greatest ideas come from. We welcome people of all races, ethnicities, ages, religions, abilities, genders, and sexual orientations to make us an even more vibrant company. We want everyone to bring their authentic selves here, to share our values, shape our vision, drive innovation, and become part of a culture we celebrate every day.

Our promise to our candidates is to be transparent, diligent, and engaging while guiding individuals through each step of our hiring process. At BILL we strive to achieve an inclusive and positive candidate experience that aligns with our core values and focuses on diversity.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for your application, interviews, or another aspect of the hiring process, please contact interviewaccommodations@hq.bill.com.

BILL Culture:
  • Humble - We check our egos at the door. We are curious. We listen, accept feedback.
  • Authentic - We earn and show trust by being real-embracing our authentic selves.
  • Passionate - We care deeply about each other and our customers.
  • Accountable - We are duty-bound to each other, our customers, and society.
  • Fun - We wrap it all together by building connections and enjoying time spent together.
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Client-provided location(s): San Jose, CA, USA
Job ID: BILL-5258401004
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)