Director, Solution Advisory: Financial Close Automation

Blackline Systems Inc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 169,000 - 212,000; Full time

Job summary

BlackLine Systems, Inc. is seeking a Director - Solution Advisory to lead a team of solution advisory professionals, guiding strategic engagements and providing technical expertise to clients.

You will showcase BlackLine’s financial close and automation solutions, supporting sales cycles and building strong client relationships. The role requires leadership experience, deep GAAP/IFRS knowledge, and the ability to translate complex concepts for both technical and executive audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, IS, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• 10+ years in solution engineering, solution architecture, presales, or consulting roles in financial software.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Solution Advisory team.
• Develop and execute strategic plans for Solution Advisory engagement aligned with sales objectives.
• Act as SME on BlackLine's product suite including financial close and related solutions.
• Demonstrate platform value via tailored demos to diverse audiences including C-level executives.
• Collaborate with sales teams to provide technical support throughout the sales cycle.

Skills

Leadership

Presales

Solution Advisory

Executive presentation

CRM (Salesforce)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

PowerPoint

Job description

BlackLine Systems, Inc. is seeking a Director - Solution Advisory to lead a team of solution advisory professionals, guiding strategic engagements and providing technical expertise to clients.

You will showcase BlackLine’s financial close and automation solutions, supporting sales cycles and building strong client relationships. The role requires leadership experience, deep GAAP/IFRS knowledge, and the ability to translate complex concepts for both technical and executive audiences.