Senior Manager, Accounting Systems – Transformation

Illumination Systems Arizona

Senior Manager, Accounting Systems & Transformation overseeing ERP implementation and managing finance systems architecture. Leading change management and cross-functional collaboration at MinIO.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeRedwood City • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

BigQueryERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with Accounting and IT leadership to lead internal project management for the implementation of a new ERP system (NetSuite, Workday Financials, or similar), working in close partnership with a third-party implementation partner
Own the full migration from Sage Intacct to the new ERP platform
Design and implement integrations between the ERP and all other finance and accounting systems
Serve as the systems architect for all finance and accounting platforms, maintaining a holistic view of the technology ecosystem
Apply strong Master Data Management (MDM) principles to ensure data integrity and consistency across systems as the company scales
Evaluate, recommend, and implement a new FP&A tool (Adaptive Insights, Pigment, or similar)
Lead the implementation of Navan for travel management and corporate travel credit cards
Own configuration and ongoing maintenance of all accounting and finance systems, including: Tax engine, P2P platform, Expense report platform, Travel platform, Payroll, Close Management, Billing platform, Equity management platform, 401k platform
Support integration work with corporate systems including Okta, Salesforce, and Google BigQuery
Diagnose and resolve configuration and integration issues across the finance systems portfolio
Lead and support ongoing user acceptance testing (UAT) for new functionality, system upgrades, and integration changes
Document and maintain system controls in compliance with internal control frameworks
Support internal and external audits with evidence, process walkthroughs, and control documentation
Partner with business stakeholders to understand process changes driven by system implementations and upgrades
Document new standard operating procedures (SOPs) and job aids for impacted teams
Create training videos and materials for company-wide rollouts
Drive adoption and ensure smooth transitions for all Finance and cross-functional users

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience in accounting systems, finance operations, or ERP administration
Demonstrated experience leading or co-leading a full ERP implementation from selection through go-live including experience implementing ASC606 compliant software revenue recognition functionality
Hands-on experience with NetSuite, Workday Financials, or similar platforms and familiarity with Sage Intacct or a comparable down-market ERP
Strong understanding of Master Data Management (MDM) principles and finance data architecture
Experience managing third-party implementation partners and cross-functional project teams
Proficiency with at least several of the following platforms: Avalara, Ramp, Rippling, FloQast, Chargebee, Carta, Vestwell, Navan, or comparable tools
Ability to design, document, and maintain controls and governance with a mind toward future SOX compliance
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
Must be based in or able to commute to Redwood City, CA on a hybrid schedule
CPA or equivalent accounting background
Experience implementing FP&A tools such as Adaptive Insights, Pigment, Anaplan, or Planful
Familiarity with Navan or other corporate travel and expense platforms
Experience with Okta, Salesforce, Spiff, or Google BigQuery integrations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
401K with 3% Contribution
Pre-IPO Stock Options
At least 12 Public Holidays
Flexible Time Off

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Hard Skills & Tools

ERP implementationMaster Data Management (MDM)finance data architectureASC606 complianceuser acceptance testing (UAT)controls and governancedata integritysystem integrationsconfiguration managementproject management

Soft Skills

communication skillscollaborationleadershipproblem-solvingtraining and developmentdocumentationstakeholder managementadaptabilityattention to detailprocess improvement

Certifications

CPA