Systems Architect – Finance Team (Enterprise Planning and Compensation Systems)
We're Celonis, the global leader in Process Mining technology and one of the world's fastest-growing SaaS firms. We believe there is a massive opportunity to unlock productivity by placing data and intelligence at the core of business processes - and for that, we need you to join us.
The Systems Architect for the Finance Team will be responsible for designing, integrating, and maintaining enterprise planning and compensation systems that align with business needs. This role will be pivotal in supporting internal financial planning as well as performance and compensation planning. Experience with Varicent and/or Anaplan is highly desirable, as you will be managing and enhancing these platforms to meet the evolving needs of our organization.
Key Responsibilities:
System Design & Architecture:
- Lead the architecture, design, and configuration of enterprise financial planning and compensation systems, focusing on scalability, security, and efficiency.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define system requirements, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives.
Implementation & Integration:
- Drive implementation of new modules or features, ensuring smooth integration with existing financial, CRM and HR systems.
- Design data integration workflows and ensure seamless data flow between systems, including ERP and CRM platforms.
Platform Expertise & Optimization:
- Act as the subject matter expert for Varicent and/or Anaplan, leveraging best practices to optimize these platforms for financial planning and compensation.
- Develop and implement system improvements, monitor performance, and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
Collaboration & Support:
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Finance, HR, and IT, to understand business needs and ensure effective system usage.
- Provide ongoing support and training for end-users to optimize adoption and utilization.
Documentation & Compliance:
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of system architecture, configurations, and processes.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, data security, and regulatory requirements.
Effective Communication with Leadership and Stakeholders:
- Regularly update leadership and key stakeholders on project progress, system updates, and upcoming changes.
- Translate complex technical details into clear, actionable insights, ensuring alignment and understanding across technical and non-technical teams.
- Facilitate feedback loops to address concerns and refine system architecture based on stakeholder needs and business objectives.
Lead Comprehensive Testing and Validation:
- Develop, implement, and oversee end-to-end testing and validation processes to ensure system integrity, reliability, and performance.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define test requirements, create test plans, and monitor testing phases, ensuring adherence to quality standards and identifying areas for optimization and improvement.
Preferred Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Experience:
- 5+ years of experience in systems architecture, implementation, or administration in a finance or SaaS environment. Level is flexible for the right person.
- Demonstrated experience with Varicent and/or Anaplan; certification(s) in either platform is a plus.
- Strong background in enterprise financial planning and compensation systems, preferably within a SaaS company.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in data integration techniques, APIs, and ETL tools.
- Experience with ERP systems and familiarity with CRM and HRIS systems.
Soft Skills:
- Strong problem-solving skills with a strategic and analytical mindset.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
What Celonis Can Offer You:
- The unique opportunity to work with industry-leading process mining technology
- Investment in your personal growth and skill development (clear career paths, internal mobility opportunities, L&D platform, mentorships, and more)
- Great compensation and benefits packages (equity (restricted stock units), life insurance, time off, generous leave for new parents from day one, and more). For intern and working student benefits, click here.
- Physical and mental well-being support (subsidized gym membership, access to counseling, virtual events on well-being topics, and more)
- A global and growing team of Celonauts from diverse backgrounds to learn from and work with
- An open-minded culture with innovative, autonomous teams
- Business Resource Groups to help you feel connected, valued and seen (Black@Celonis, Women@Celonis, Parents@Celonis, Pride@Celonis, Resilience@Celonis, and more)
- A clear set of company values that guide everything we do: Live for Customer Value, The Best Team Wins, We Own It, and Earth Is Our Future
About Us:
Celonis helps some of the world’s largest and most esteemed brands make processes work for people, companies and the planet. With over 5,000 enterprise customer deployments across nearly every industry, the Celonis Process Intelligence Platform uses process mining and AI to give you a living digital twin of your business operation. It’s system-agnostic and without bias, and empowers companies to reduce waste, create value and benefit people across the top, bottom, and green lines. Since 2011, the Celonis platform has enabled its customers to identify more than $18 billion in value. Celonis is headquartered in Munich, Germany, and New York City, USA, with more than 20 offices worldwide.
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Equal Opportunity at Celonis:
Celonis is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. We will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination or harassment of any kind. We make all employment decisions without regard to race/ethnicity, color, sex, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, national origin, citizenship status, religion, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable anti-discrimination laws. As a US federal contractor, we are committed to the principles of affirmative action in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Different makes us better.
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