Finance Systems & Process Optimization Manager

Vaco Recruiter Services; Sterling Heights (MI); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

Vaco is seeking a Financial Systems Manager for Sterling Heights, MI. This direct-hire, hybrid role leads end-to-end financial systems including ERP, accounting platforms, and reporting tools, driving roadmaps in partnership with Finance.

You will manage system ownership, analytics, compliance, and vendor coordination, while mentoring junior team members and delivering process improvements across GL, AP/AR, and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in IT, business, finance or accounting.
• 4–7+ years in financial systems, business applications, or product management.
• Strong knowledge of GL, AP/AR, reporting, and reconciliations.
• Experience with ERP/financial platforms such as Sage, Workday, NetSuite, Oracle or Dynamics.
• Experience with data and reporting tools like Power BI and SQL.
• Experience supporting audits and compliance processes.
• Proven track record owning systems from intake to delivery and support.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Proficiency with Jira for backlog and delivery management.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end lifecycle of financial systems including ERP and reporting tools.
• Define and execute product roadmaps aligned with Finance and business goals.
• Balance operations, system enhancements, and strategic initiatives.
• Set KPIs and monitor system performance, financial accuracy, and user adoption.
• Analyze financial processes (GL, AP/AR, billing, reconciliations) for optimization.
• Ensure data integrity, auditability, and compliance across systems.
• Partner with Finance, Accounting, and Operations to capture requirements.
• Translate requirements into user stories and system configurations.
• Provide hands-on administration and support for SaaS financial systems.
• Support financial reporting, data validation, and reconciliation processes.
• Troubleshoot issues and coordinate with IT and vendors.
• Manage upgrades, releases, and enhancements; maintain docs and mappings.
• Manage user access, roles, and security governance.
• Lead backlog, sprint planning, and cross-functional coordination using Jira.
• Oversee UAT, data validation, and post-release support.
• Act as liaison between Finance, IT, Ops, and vendors; communicate changes clearly.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and mentoring to team members.
• Drive training, adoption, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Product ownership

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Jira

Power BI

SQL

System administration

Process improvement

Audit/compliance

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/Business/Finance

Tools

Sage

Workday

NetSuite

Oracle

Dynamics

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Vaco is hiring for a Financial Systems Manager opportunity in Sterling Heights MI

Direct Hire, Hybrid Schedule

Salary: 130-145,000/yr + Bonus

Key Responsibilities

Product Strategy & Systems Ownership

• Own the end-to-end lifecycle of financial systems, including ERP, accounting platforms, reporting tools, and POS integrations.
• Define and execute product roadmaps aligned with Finance and broader business objectives.
• Balance operational support, system enhancements, and strategic initiatives to maximize business value.
• Define KPIs and success metrics related to system performance, financial accuracy, and user adoption.
• Analyze financial processes, including GL, AP/AR, billing, reporting, and reconciliations, to identify optimization opportunities.
• Ensure data integrity, auditability, and compliance across financial systems.

Business Analysis & Systems Administration

• Partner with Finance, Accounting, and Operations to understand workflows, reporting requirements, and system pain points.
• Translate business requirements into user stories, workflows, and system configurations.
• Provide hands‑on administration, configuration, and support for financial and related SaaS systems.
• Support financial reporting, data validation, and reconciliation processes.
• Troubleshoot system issues and coordinate resolution with IT and external vendors.
• Manage system upgrades, releases, and enhancements.
• Maintain system documentation, data mappings, and process flows.
• Support user access, roles, and security governance.

Product Delivery & Project Management

• Manage product backlogs, prioritization, and delivery using Jira or similar tools.
• Lead sprint planning, backlog grooming, and cross‑functional coordination.
• Oversee user acceptance testing (UAT), data validation, and post‑release support.
• Manage system dependencies, risks, and change impacts across teams.
• Act as the primary liaison between Finance, IT, Operations, and external vendors.
• Partner with vendors on roadmap alignment, system enhancements, and issue resolution.
• Effectively communicate system changes, priorities, and business impacts to stakeholders.

Leadership & Team Development

• Provide day‑to‑day leadership, mentoring, and coaching to Product Administrators and junior product team members.
• Support onboarding, skill development, performance feedback, and career progression.
• Set clear expectations, delegate effectively, and foster accountability and collaboration.

Training, Adoption & Continuous Improvement

• Develop and deliver system training and ongoing user support.
• Drive adoption of new features, functionality, and process improvements.
• Identify opportunities to simplify workflows, improve efficiency, and enhance the user experience.
• Promote a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 4-7+ years of experience in financial systems, business applications, financial systems analysis, or product management.
• Strong understanding of financial processes, including GL, AP/AR, reporting, and reconciliations.
• Experience with ERP systems or financial platforms such as Sage (preferred), Workday, NetSuite, Oracle, Dynamics, or similar.
• Background in Finance, Accounting, or Financial Systems Analysis.
• Experience with data and reporting tools such as Power BI, SQL, or similar technologies.
• Experience supporting audits and compliance processes.
• Demonstrated experience owning systems or products from intake through delivery, implementation, and ongoing support.
• Experience gathering business requirements and translating them into technical solutions.
• Proficiency with Jira or similar tools for backlog and delivery management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data‑management skills with exceptional attention to accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience with SaaS platforms, system integrations, and reporting tools preferred.