Finance Transformation Manager (NetSuite)

rsm; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM is seeking a strong, experienced Manager to lead finance transformation projects for our FaaS outsourced accounting practice. You will guide a team of consultants, own multiple client implementations, and expand services across the practice.

The ideal candidate combines accounting and NetSuite expertise with proven project leadership in a fast-paced environment. This role supports FaaS nationally with preferred offices in Philadelphia, NYC, or Boston.

Qualifications

• Experience leading finance transformation and NetSuite implementations.
• Strong communication and client management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and teams.
• Knowledge of automated accounting tools and a fast-paced consulting environment.
• CPA and/or NetSuite certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end finance transformation engagements, including NetSuite implementations and deployment of the FaaS technology stack (NetSuite, BILL, Ramp, BlackLine), from planning and design through go-live and transition.
• Oversee multiple concurrent projects and workstreams, managing scope, timelines, budgets, risks and client expectations to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Facilitate client design sessions to analyze requirements and redesign business processes in line with FaaS best practices, including chart of accounts redesign, procure to pay, order to cash and record to report.
• Own solution design and ensure completion of key deliverables, including functional specifications, configurations, integrations, data migration and testing.
• Apply an agile, iterative delivery approach, adjusting plans and reprioritizing quickly as client needs and business priorities evolve.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for client stakeholders, building trusted relationships and communicating status, issues and decisions clearly.

Skills

Project leadership

Team leadership

Client communication

Agile delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, MIS or Information Systems

Tools

NetSuite

BILL

Ramp

BlackLine

Job description

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You'll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There's no one like you and that's why there's nowhere like RSM.

RSM is seeking a strong, experienced Manager to lead finance transformation projects for our Finance as a Service (FaaS) outsourced accounting practice. In this role, you will lead and develop a team of high-performing consultants, own the delivery of multiple concurrent client implementations, and play an active role in growing the practice. You will guide clients through the modernization of their finance function, from process redesign and NetSuite implementation through a seamless transition to the ongoing FaaS accounting team.

The ideal candidate combines deep accounting and NetSuite knowledge with proven project and people leadership, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and brings an agile, adaptable approach to managing shifting priorities across multiple projects and workstreams. This position supports our FaaS practice nationally, and candidates can select to be based out of any RSM office (preference for Philadelphia, New York City or Boston).

Responsibilities

Project and Delivery Leadership

• Lead end-to-end finance transformation engagements, including NetSuite implementations and deployment of the FaaS technology stack (NetSuite, BILL, Ramp, BlackLine), from planning and design through go-live and transition
• Oversee multiple concurrent projects and workstreams, managing scope, timelines, budgets, risks and client expectations to deliver high-quality outcomes
• Facilitate client design sessions to analyze requirements and redesign business processes in line with FaaS best practices, including chart of accounts redesign, procure to pay, order to cash and record to report
• Own solution design and ensure completion of key deliverables, including functional specifications, configurations, integrations, data migration and testing
• Apply an agile, iterative delivery approach, adjusting plans and reprioritizing quickly as client needs and business priorities evolve
• Serve as the primary point of contact for client stakeholders, building trusted relationships and communicating status, issues and decisions clearly
• Lead client-facing and internal training sessions on NetSuite and related systems

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, coach and mentor a team of consultants, assigning work, reviewing deliverables and providing timely feedback
• Support recruiting, onboarding, performance management and career development of team members
• Foster a collaborative, accountable and high-performing team culture

Growth and Practice Development

• Participate in business development activities, including scoping, proposal development, estimates and client presentations
• Identify opportunities to expand services with new and existing clients and collaborate with other RSM lines of business
• Define, document and continuously improve repeatable methodologies, tools, templates and accelerators that scale delivery across the practice
• Champion innovation, including the use of AI and automation to enhance the client onboarding experience and delivery efficiency
• Contribute to thought leadership, quality control reviews and technology and process optimization for the existing client base

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, MIS or Information Systems
• 5-7+ years of experience with Oracle NetSuite, including leading multiple end-to-end NetSuite implementation projects
• 3+ years of experience managing and developing teams of consultants or project staff
• Proven track record of managing multiple concurrent projects, workstreams and priorities while meeting timelines, budgets and quality standards
• Expertise in finance process analysis and redesign
• Experience working in an agile, fast-paced environment with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and competing demands
• Excellent communication, presentation and client relationship skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders up to the CFO level
• Strong technology skills, including expertise using AI, strong Microsoft Office skills, and the ability to quickly learn new software applications

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA and/or NetSuite certification(s)
• Experience with BILL, Ramp and/or BlackLine
• Experience supporting business development, including proposals, scoping and client pursuits
• Experience in a public accounting firm, consulting firm or other professional services environment
• Prior accounting experience and knowledge of GAAP

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefit