Solutions Architect, Anaplan

Thetradedesk; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 93,800 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare

Retirement benefits with match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

The Trade Desk is seeking an Anaplan Solution Architect to lead the design and deployment of advanced Anaplan models. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and certification as an Anaplan Solution Architect. Responsibilities include overseeing system integration and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance user experience.

Comprehensive benefits include healthcare, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement. Salary range is $93,800–$172,000 USD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and certification as Anaplan Solution Architect.
• Proven experience architecting and building complex Anaplan models.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and build of Anaplan models for various planning initiatives.
• Oversee system integration ensuring connectivity with other platforms.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and translate them into models.

Skills

Anaplan model architecture

User experience design

Stakeholder management

Financial planning understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field

Certified Anaplan Solution Architect

Tools

Oracle EPM

Workday Adaptive Planning

Job description

The Anaplan Solution Architect is responsible for leading the design, development, and deployment of advanced Anaplan models and applications across various business functions. This role ensures optimal architecture, integration, and user experience for accounting and planning solutions including Revenue Accounting, Incentive Compensation Management, Sales Forecasting, and Financial Planning & Analysis.

What you'll do:

• Lead the end‑to‑end design and build of Anaplan models for revenue accounting, incentive compensation, sales forecasting, FP&A, and other strategic planning initiatives.
• Oversee system integration, ensuring seamless connectivity between Anaplan and other enterprise platforms.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to define requirements, translate objectives into effective models, and deliver actionable reporting.
• Design intuitive user interfaces and dashboards to enhance user experience and facilitate data‑driven decision‑making.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and quality assurance throughout the solution lifecycle.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and support to model builders and business users.
• Maintain documentation of models, processes, and integrations for compliance and continuous improvement.
• Stay informed on Anaplan platform updates, industry best practices, and emerging planning technologies.

Who you are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Certified Anaplan Solution Architect.
• Proven experience architecting and building complex Anaplan models in a professional environment.
• Advanced knowledge of Anaplan UX design and reporting functionalities.
• Demonstrated success in managing projects across multiple planning domains (e.g., revenue, compensation, sales, FP&A).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial planning processes.
• Experience integrating Anaplan with other business systems and data sources.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross‑functional team.
• Hands‑on experience with other planning systems (e.g., Oracle EPM, Workday Adaptive Planning) preferred.
• Familiarity with API‑driven integrations and cloud data architecture.
• Experience in fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environments.

Compensation

Salary range: $93,800–$172,000 USD.

Benefits

Employees receive comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), retirement benefits with company match, short and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, well‑being benefits, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, sick time, vacation time, and paid holidays. Employees also have the opportunity to purchase stock through the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Trade Desk is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.