Finance Systems & Process Optimization Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring in Sterling Heights, MI is seeking a Financial Systems Manager for a direct-hire, hybrid role. You will own the end-to-end lifecycle of financial systems, including ERP, accounting platforms, and reporting tools, and will define roadmaps aligned with Finance and the broader business.

You will coordinate with Finance, IT, and external vendors, manage backlogs, and drive data integrity, compliance, and system enhancements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, business, finance, accounting, or related field.
• 4-7+ years of 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/financial platforms such as Sage, Workday, NetSuite, Oracle, or Dynamics.
• Experience with Power BI and SQL.
• Experience with Jira or similar delivery tools.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end lifecycle of financial systems including ERP, accounting platforms, and reporting tools.
• Define and execute product roadmaps aligned with Finance and business objectives.
• Balance operational support with strategic initiatives to maximize business value.
• Define KPIs and success metrics for system performance, financial accuracy, and adoption.
• Coordinate with IT and external vendors for upgrades and issue resolution.
• Lead backlog and sprint planning, and oversee UAT and data validation.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.
• Ensure data integrity, auditability, and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Product ownership

Project management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/Business/Finance

Tools

Power BI

SQL

ERP systems (Sage/Workday/NetSuite/Oracle/Dynamics)

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.

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.