Director of Financial Systems

Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!

Allied Universal is hiring a Director of Financial Systems. The Director of Financial Systems will lead the strategy, design, and management of global financial systems to support scalable data, automation, and business process improvements. This hands-on leadership role combines team management with active involvement in cross-functional and international initiatives, working closely with IT and key finance stakeholders to drive system innovation and operational excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead the design, ownership, and maintenance of financial systems, including accounting software, budgeting platforms, and reporting tools
• Oversee system integrations, upgrades, and enhancements to improve functionality, efficiency, and data integrity
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance, audit readiness (e.g., SOX), and secure data management
• Collaborate with global finance, IT, and business operations teams to align system functionality with business needs and objectives
• Drive process improvements, automation, and streamlined workflows to accelerate financial operations and reporting cycles
• Partner with the IT Business Intelligence team to manage a financial data lake, ensuring accurate, accessible data for analytics and decision-making
• Stay current with industry best practices and emerging technologies to recommend and implement innovative system solutions
• Lead technical project management efforts for system initiatives, translating business requirements into scalable technology solutions
• Build, develop, and mentor a high-performing financial systems team focused on data management and reporting excellence

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, accounting, finance or related field
• 8 years minimum experience implementing and optimizing global finance technology systems
• Proficiency in financial systems and tools, including ERP, CRM, SQL, and BI platforms (e.g., OneStream, Hyperion, SAP, etc.)
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Expertise in data integration, including mapping, transformation, and system connectivity protocols
• Analytical thinker with advanced troubleshooting, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong customer service orientation and the ability to engage across all levels of an organization
• Ability to work with discretion, maintain confidentiality, and exercise sound independent judgment
• Collaborative mindset with a proactive attitude and a passion for helping others succeed
• Experience working with global, cross-functional teams to support system and business process alignment
• Knowledge of application development, data governance, and best practices for data integrity and security

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in Domo BI Analytics Is a plus
• A CPA or MBA Is a plus

BENEFITS:

• Pay: $140,000 - 160,000 base plus annual bonus
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Enrollment in our company's 401 (k) or Supplemental Income Plan, subject to eligibility requirements
• Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal day
• Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.

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