West Monroe · 12 hours ago
Finance & Accounting Business Technologist
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $165K/yr
5+ years expWest Monroe is a global business and technology consulting firm seeking a highly skilled Finance & Accounting Business Technologist to join their team. The role focuses on driving automation, improving operational efficiency, and supporting the implementation and optimization of accounting and finance systems while collaborating with stakeholders across various business units.
Business DevelopmentConsultingInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyService Industry
Responsibilities
Identify inefficiencies in accounting workflows and recommend process improvements to enhance accuracy, speed, and compliance
Collaborate with accounting teams to ensure that system configurations align with operational requirements and accounting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS)
Lead the implementation, configuration, and optimization of finance and accounting systems (e.g., ERP, EPM, AP/AR automation tools)
Act as a liaison between Finance and IT teams to ensure alignment between business needs and technical capabilities
Evaluate, recommend, and deploy technology solutions to streamline financial processes, enhance reporting capabilities, and support business growth
Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, ensuring minimal disruption to accounting and finance operations
Develop and maintain system documentation, including workflows, user guides, and training materials
Design and implement reporting and analytics solutions to provide actionable insights into financial performance and operational efficiency
Ensure data integrity across systems by implementing robust data validation and reconciliation processes
Support the integration of financial data across various platforms, ensuring seamless flow of information between systems
Partner with finance and accounting teams to understand business needs and translate them into technical requirements
Work closely with IT, vendors, and external consultants to deliver system enhancements and upgrades
Train end-users on new systems and processes, ensuring adoption and proficiency
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field
5+ years of experience in accounting operations, financial systems, or a hybrid role
Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial processes, and compliance standards
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Workday Financials, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and other finance-related tools (e.g., Adaptive Planning, BlackLine, Coupa, Adaptive Planning)
Proven ability to bridge the gap between technical teams and finance/accounting stakeholders
Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau)
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with a focus on root cause analysis
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams
Preferred
Familiarity with automation tools (e.g., RPA, Alteryx) and their application in finance and accounting processes is a plus
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
401k plan
Employee stock ownership program
Annual bonuses
Unlimited flexible time off
Ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year
Ten weeks of paid parental leave
Company
West Monroe
West Monroe offers digital transformation, analytics, cloud, cyber security, business advisory, and management consulting services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
MSD Partners
2021-10-15Series Unknown
2020-01-07Acquired
Leadership Team
Gil Mermelstein
Chief Executive Officer
Kevin McCarty
Co-Founder & Executive Chairman of West Monroe
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