Sr Director, Finance Systems
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JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the CIO, the Sr.Director, Finance Systems will lead the delivery, optimization, and ongoing evolution of Avid ’s core finance technology ecosystem, with primary accountability for NetSuite ERP and NetSuite Planning & Budgeting (NSPB). This leader will ensure finance systems are reliable, scalable, well-controlled, and aligned with business priorities while driving continuous improvement and modernization.
This role requires a strong combination of technical depth, financial systemsexpertise, operational discipline, andpeopleleadership. The Director will manage a team of engineers and finance systems professionals, ensuring effective Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) practices, consistent roadmap execution, and high-quality delivery. The Director will also build strong partnerships with Finance and cross-functional stakeholders through clear communication, roadmap transparency, and reliable execution.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategy & Leadership
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Lead a team ofapproximately2-3team members consisting of FTEs and contingent workers.
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Contribute to andexecute againsta multi-year vision and roadmap for Finance Systems aligned with company strategy and priorities.
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Serve as a trusted partner to Finance leadership, translating financial process needs into practical, scalable technology solutions.
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Drive continuous improvement, simplification, and modernization across the finance application portfolio, with a focus on NetSuite and NSPB.
Delivery & Execution
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Oversee the design, development, and implementation of enhancements across:
- NetSuite ERP
- NetSuite Planning & Budgeting (NSPB)
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Finance-related integrations with Salesforce, Snowflake, and other enterprise systems
- RevPro(Zuora) revenue recognition
- Concur Expense Management
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Establish andmaintainstrong SDLC practices to ensure predictable, high-quality delivery.
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Ensure roadmap commitments are met through effective planning, prioritization, and execution.
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Balance long-term strategic initiatives with the need for quick wins that deliver immediate business value to Finance and the broader organization.
NetSuite & Finance Systems Ownership
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Serve as the primary technology leader for NetSuite ERP and NSPB.
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Ensure financial system configurations, workflows, and integrationssupportaccuratereporting, forecasting, and financial operations.
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Partner with Accounting, FP&A, and Finance Operations to continuouslyoptimizesystem usage and automation.
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Define and improve finance data flows between NetSuite, Salesforce, Snowflake, and other enterprise platforms.
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Support system scalability as the business grows and evolves.
Delivery & Technical Leadership
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Lead and develop a high-performing Finance Systems team, including engineers and functional specialists.
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Upskilltalent whereneeded through role optimization, targeted training, and thoughtful hiring.
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Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Establish strong partnerships with stakeholders across:
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Finance (Accounting, FP&A, Revenue, Finance Operations)
- Business Applications
- Data & Analytics
- Technology and Engineering
- Sales, Operations, and Product teams
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Maintain transparency into progress, risks, and trade-offs through clear communication and reporting.
Operations & Governance
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Support system reliabi