Senior Solution Architect, Professional Services - Workforce Planning

Anaplan; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Senior Solution Architect, Professional Services for their San Francisco office. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Finance, Accounting, or MIS and 4+ years of experience implementing Enterprise Performance Management solutions. Responsibilities include translating business challenges into Anaplan multi-dimensional models and serving as the architectural subject matter expert for connected planning solutions. The role offers a base salary range of $147,000 to $198,000 USD, emphasizing a diverse and inclusive work culture.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience implementing Enterprise Performance Management solutions.
• Demonstrated knowledge of a formal system implementation methodology.
• Consistent track record to lead and implement responsibilities simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Translate existing solutions into sophisticated Anaplan multi-dimensional models.
• Modify existing models for optimization or new functionality.
• Serve as the architectural SME for large-scale connected planning solutions.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel / financial modeling skills

Superb written and oral communication skills

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

Strong understanding of data integration

Service excellence and collaborative style

Education

4-year degree in Finance, Accounting, or MIS

Job description

Senior Solution Architect, Professional Services - Workforce Planning

At Anaplan, we are a team of innovators focused on optimizing business decision-making through our leading AI‑infused scenario planning and analysis platform so our customers can outpace their competition and the market.

What unites Anaplanners across teams and geographies is our collective commitment to our customers’ success and to our Winning Culture.

Our customers rank among the who’s who in the Fortune 50. Coca‑Cola, LinkedIn, Adobe, LVMH and Bayer are just a few of the 2,400+ global companies who rely on our best‑in‑class platform.

Supported by operating principles of being strategy‑led, values‑based and disciplined in execution, you’ll be inspired, connected, developed and rewarded here. Everything that makes you unique is welcome; join us and let’s build what’s next – together!

We’re looking for a SOLUTION ARCHITECT who delights in the most meticulous and exciting puzzles. Do you enjoy diving into issues and crafting complex solutions? If you have a passion for data, multi-dimensional modeling, and data integration then this is a fantastic opportunity for a high‑achiever able to interpret complex business challenges and design solutions for Anaplan customers.

Your Impact:

• Translate existing solutions, spreadsheets, and business problems into sophisticated Anaplan multi-dimensional models


• Modify existing models as part of a connected solution, optimization, or to incorporate new functionality


• Serve as the architectural SME for large-scale connected planning solutions


• Exemplify The Anaplan Way


• Provide important feedback and progress updates in a timely manner to the Business Partner and team


• Participate in data integration and migration solutions


• Participate and/or lead UAT testing and deployment

Your Qualifications:

• A 4-year degree in Finance, Accounting, or MIS


• 4+ years’ experience implementing Enterprise Performance Management solutions for use cases: FP&A, WFP, or Sales Performance solutions.


• Advanced Microsoft Excel / financial modeling skills


• Demonstrated knowledge of a formal system implementation methodology – requirements gathering, design, build/test, and deploy (Agile methodology preferable)


• Superb written and oral communication skills


• Consistent track record to lead and implement responsibilities simultaneously


• Penchant for service excellence and a collaborative style


• Subject matter expertise in planning and modeling in Finance, Work Force Planning or Sales is strongly preferred


• Strong understanding of data integration (inbound and outbound)


• Passion for business analytics, modeling, and planning


• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills


• Results‑oriented, motivated, self‑starter


• Coaching mentality


• Collegial, open, and grounded in integrity


• Desire to work with a truly dynamic and exciting team, with a “roll-up your sleeves” approach


• Strong desire to excel and be committed to gaining exposure to multiple industries while further developing your career

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Base Salary Range:

$147,000 - $198,000 USD

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB)

We believe attracting and retaining the best talent and fostering an inclusive culture strengthens our business. DEIB improves our workforce, enhances trust with our partners and customers, and drives business success. Build your career in a place where diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging aren’t just words on paper – this is what drives our innovation, it’s how we connect, and it contributes to what makes us a market leader. We believe in a hiring and working environment where all people are respected and valued, regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. We hire you for who you are, and we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive equitable benefits and all privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

As set forth in Anaplan’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.