NetSuite Systems Administrator

Vista Higher Learning; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Vista Higher Learning seeks a hands‑on NetSuite Systems Administrator to lead our internal NetSuite efforts as we move from Great Plains. The role reports to Finance leadership and will work across Finance, Technology, and external consultants to implement, integrate, and operate NetSuite.

The ideal candidate will manage configurations, dashboards, and ongoing reporting, and drive data integrity with systems like Salesforce and Magento/Adobe Commerce.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business/finance/accounting, computer‑science or related field.
• 5+ years hands‑on experience administering NetSuite in a business environment.
• Experience supporting one to two full‑lifecycle NetSuite implementations.
• Strong understanding of ERP concepts, financial systems, and core Finance processes.
• Experience with NetSuite configuration, roles and permissions, MCP, workflows, saved searches, dashboards, reports, and user administration.
• Experience with complex ERP integrations, ideally including Salesforce‑to‑NetSuite and Magento/Adobe Commerce‑to‑NetSuite data pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Vista Higher Learning’s primary internal NetSuite Systems Administrator and subject matter expert.
• Support the 9‑12 month NetSuite implementation, including requirements validation, configuration, data migration, testing, integrations, reporting, go‑live readiness, and stabilization.
• Partner with Finance, Technology, and external consultants to ensure a successful transition from Microsoft Great Plains to NetSuite and effective knowledge transfer to internal teams.
• Help design, test, and maintain integrations between NetSuite and enterprise systems, including Salesforce CRM and Magento/Adobe Commerce, ensuring reliable data flow, accuracy, and operational continuity.
• Configure and administer NetSuite capabilities, including Financials, Order‑to‑Cash, Procure‑to‑Pay, Inventory, Advanced Revenue Recognition, MCP, SuiteAnalytics, dashboards, saved searches, workflows, roles, permissions, and user access.
• Develop and maintain SuiteAnalytics Workbook reports, saved searches, dashboards and recurring Finance reporting, including month‑end close reporting where appropriate.
• Translate business requirements into scalable NetSuite configurations, workflows, reports, governance practices, and process improvements.
• Provide post‑go‑live support, troubleshooting, user guidance, documentation, release testing, and continuous improvement recommendations.

Skills

NetSuite administrator

ERP concepts

NetSuite configuration

Data migration

Salesforce integration

Finance systems

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

We are passionate, innovative, lifelong learners, and creative thinkers working to develop culturally authentic language learning products for K-12 schools and universities.

WHAT IS THE ROLE ABOUT?

Vista Higher Learning is seeking a hands‑on NetSuite Systems Administrator to serve as the company’s internal go‑to expert as we transition from Microsoft Great Plains to NetSuite. This individual contributor role reports to the VP of Finance and will play a high‑visibility role in implementation, integrations, Finance reporting, and long‑term platform operations.

The ideal candidate has supported a full‑lifecycle NetSuite implementation—from planning, configuration, legacy data migration, and reporting readiness through go‑live, stabilization, and ongoing operations—and can partner effectively with Finance, Technology, external consultants, and business stakeholders. This role is central to a company‑wide systems transformation that includes integrations with core platforms such as Salesforce and Magento / Adobe Commerce.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:

• Serve as Vista Higher Learning’s primary internal NetSuite Systems Administrator and subject matter expert.
• Support the 9‑12 month NetSuite implementation, including requirements validation, configuration, data migration, testing, integrations, reporting, go‑live readiness, and stabilization.
• Partner with Finance, Technology, and external consultants to ensure a successful transition from Microsoft Great Plains to NetSuite and effective knowledge transfer to internal teams.
• Help design, test, and maintain integrations between NetSuite and enterprise systems, including Salesforce CRM and Magento / Adobe Commerce, ensuring reliable data flow, accuracy, and operational continuity.
• Configure and administer NetSuite capabilities, including Financials, Order‑to‑Cash, Procure‑to‑Pay, Inventory, Advanced Revenue Recognition, MCP, SuiteAnalytics, dashboards, saved searches, workflows, roles, permissions, and user access.
• Develop and maintain SuiteAnalytics Workbook reports, saved searches, dashboards and recurring Finance reporting, including month‑end close reporting where appropriate.
• Translate business requirements into scalable NetSuite configurations, workflows, reports, governance practices, and process improvements.
• Provide post‑go‑live support, troubleshooting, user guidance, documentation, release testing, and continuous improvement recommendations.

YOU MUST HAVE (MINIMUM REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE):

• Bachelor’s degree in business/finance/accounting, computer‑science or related field required.
• 5+ years hands‑on experience administering NetSuite in a business environment.
• Experience successfully supporting or leading one to two full‑lifecycle NetSuite implementations, ideally from initial environment setup through data mapping, go‑live, and ongoing operations.
• Strong understanding of ERP concepts, financial systems, and core Finance processes, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, order management, procurement, revenue recognition, and financial reporting.
• Experience with NetSuite configuration, roles and permissions, MCP, workflows, saved searches, dashboards, reports, and user administration.
• Experience with complex ERP integrations, ideally including Salesforce‑to‑NetSuite and Magento / Adobe Commerce‑to‑NetSuite data pipelines, financial data migration, system testing, and cross‑functional implementation activities.
• Ability to partner effectively with Finance stakeholders to translate reporting and process needs into practical NetSuite solutions.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to operate as a hands‑on individual contributor while serving as the internal go‑to resource for NetSuite knowledge and support.

IDEAL IF YOU HAVE (PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE):

• NetSuite Systems Administrator Certification or related NetSuite credentials.
• Experience transitioning from Microsoft Great Plains or another legacy financial system to NetSuite.
• Experience with SuiteAnalytics, SuiteFlow, SuiteBuilder, SuiteScript, Celigo or third‑party integration tools.
• Experience supporting Finance teams in a publishing, education technology, SaaS, subscription, or multi‑product business environment.
• Experience developing ERP governance, documentation, training materials, and support processes for long‑term operations.

LOCATION:

Hybrid – Boston

Candidate must reside within the United States, within a reasonable/commutable distance to our Boston, MA office location and be willing to work a hybrid remote/in‑office schedule (Tues/Thurs in office minimum). Relocation is not available for this position.

SALARY RANGE:

$115k - $135k annual salary

This position is salaried and is eligible for an annual incentive based on employee and organizational performance.

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AI Use in the Application Process:

AI Use in the Application Process: We support candidates balanced and thoughtful use of AI tools to support their job search. However, all application materials (including resumes, cover letters, portfolios, work‑samples etc.) and interview responses must reflect the candidate authentic and actual experience, skills, and judgment. Real‑time use of AI during interviews is not permitted unless explicitly stated and authorized, in writing, by VHL’s HR department. Candidates may be asked to confirm that submitted work reflects their own abilities and to explain their responses in real time. Candidates requiring assistive technologies (including certain AI tools) as accommodations may request approval. Approved accommodations will not negatively impact evaluation. All hiring decisions are made by humans. Please see our complete “Candidate Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools – Policy Statement” here: https://vistahigherlearning.com/careers