Sr Director, Finance Systems

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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 Net Suite ERP and Net Suite 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 systems expertise, operational discipline, and people leadership.

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.

• Lead a team of approximately 2-3 team members consisting of FTEs and contingent workers.
• Contribute to and execute against a multi-year vision and roadmap for Finance Systems aligned with company strategy and priorities.
• Serve as a trusted partner to Finance leadership, translating financial process needs into practical, scalable technology solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement, simplification, and modernization across the finance application portfolio, with a focus on Net Suite and NSPB.

• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of enhancements across:
  Net Suite ERP
  Net Suite Planning & Budgeting (NSPB)
  Finance-related integrations with Salesforce, Snowflake, and other enterprise systems
  Rev Pro (Zuora) revenue recognition
  Concur Expense Management
• Establish and maintain strong SDLC practices to ensure predictable, high-quality delivery.
• Ensure roadmap commitments are met through effective planning, prioritization, and execution.
• Balance long-term strategic initiatives with the need for quick wins that deliver immediate business value to Finance and the broader organization.

• Serve as the primary technology leader for Net Suite ERP and NSPB.
• Ensure financial system configurations, workflows, and integrations support accurate reporting, forecasting, and financial operations.
• Partner with Accounting, FP&A, and Finance Operations to continuously optimize system usage and automation.
• Define and improve finance data flows between Net Suite, Salesforce, Snowflake, and other enterprise platforms.
• Support system scalability as the business grows and evolves.

• Lead and develop a high-performing Finance Systems team, including engineers and functional specialists.
• Upskill talent where needed through role optimization, targeted training, and thoughtful hiring.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.

• Establish strong partnerships with stakeholders across:
  Finance (Accounting, FP&A, Revenue, Finance Operations) Business Applications Data & Analytics Technology and Engineering Sales, Operations, and Product teams.
• Maintain transparency into progress, risks, and trade-offs through clear communication and reporting.

• Support system reliability, performance, and security across all finance platforms.
• Help define and implement effective governance models for changes, data integrity, and integrations.
• Ensure strong controls, auditability, and compliance within Net Suite and connected systems.
• Manage relationships with key vendors and third-party partners as needed.

Deep technical and functional expertise in Net Suite ERP and NSPB. Strong understanding of finance processes, reporting, and planning. Excellent…