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Senior Director, Financial SystemsAffirm • Chicago, IL, United States
Senior Director, Financial Systems

Senior Director, Financial Systems

Affirm • Chicago, IL, United States
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Senior Director, Financial Systems

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Affirm is reinventing credit to make it more honest and friendly, giving consumers the flexibility to buy now and pay later without any hidden fees or compounding interest.

We're building a world-class Financial Systems team to optimize operations and bolster financial reporting. As we scale, we seek a visionary, tech-forward Head of Financial Systems to strategically evolve our financial technology landscape, ensuring sustained growth and cutting-edge capabilities.

What You'll Do

  • Lead Financial Technology Strategy : Define and execute the Accounting Technology roadmap, integrating it with affirmation’s broader business strategies. Drive the adoption of AI and other emerging technologies to revolutionize financial processes and enhance predictive capabilities.
  • Architect & Optimize Financial Systems : Own the end-to-end architecture of our financial reporting ecosystem (including NetSuite, FloQast, Coupa, Zip, Workiva, and proprietary systems). Ensure seamless data integration, integrity, security, and SOX compliance, serving as the definitive subject matter expert.
  • Drive Automation & Process Intelligence : Spearhead transformative process improvements and automation opportunities, leveraging AI-driven solutions to enhance efficiency, reduce manual effort, and improve accuracy within Accounting.
  • Deliver Business Intelligence & Insights : Develop and champion advanced BI and financial analytics capabilities, providing timely, accurate, and proactive insights for data-driven decision-making. Build innovative reporting solutions and self-service dashboards.
  • Cultivate Strategic Partnerships : Serve as the primary strategic partner for new product initiatives, anticipating financial technology impacts, and building trusted relationships with executive and senior stakeholders across Product, Engineering, and Data Analytics.
  • Lead & Develop Teams : Lead, inspire, and mentor a high-performing global team of finance technology professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

What We Look For

  • Experience : 12+ years in financial systems leadership, with extensive expertise in ERP implementation, optimization, and strategic architectural design within a publicly traded tech company.
  • Technical Acumen : Deep understanding of financial reporting, accounting principles, and SOX compliance. Proven expertise in major financial applications. Strong foundational knowledge and practical experience with enterprise data architecture, SQL, data warehousing, cloud-based systems, and advanced BI tools.
  • Innovation & AI Mindset : Demonstrated ability to evaluate and integrate emerging technologies, including AI, machine learning, and intelligent automation methodologies.
  • Leadership & Communication : Outstanding communication, collaboration, and executive presence, with the ability to build and inspire teams and influence senior stakeholders.
  • Education : Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Systems; Master’s degree preferred. CPA or relevant certifications beneficial.
  • Location

    Remote U.S.

    Compensation

    Base Pay Grade : U

    Equity Grade : 15

    Employees new to affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range.

    Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include equity rewards, monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents).

    USA base pay range (CA, WA, NY, NJ, CT) per year : $285,000 - $355,000

    USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year : $253,000 - $323,000

    Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

    Benefits

    Health care coverage - affirm covers all premiums for all levels of coverage for you and your dependents.

    Flexible Spending Wallets - generous stipends for spending on technology, food, various lifestyle needs, and family forming expenses.

    Time off - competitive vacation and holiday schedules allowing you to take time off to rest and recharge.

    ESPP - an employee stock purchase plan enabling you to buy shares of affirm at a discount.

    EEO Statement

    We believe It’s On Us to provide an inclusive interview experience for all, including people with disabilities. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to candidates in need of individualized support during the hiring process.

    Contact & Follow-Up

    If you have follow up questions after you've applied directly to the role, please reach out to executiverecruiting@affirm.com. We kindly ask that you refrain from contacting senior leaders directly so our recruiting team can help ensure a more efficient, streamlined, and equitable process for all candidates.

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