Director, Accounting Systems & Process Transformation

ProLogis • Denver, CO

101d • $154,000 - $188,000

About The Position

The Director, Accounting Business Process & Systems is responsible for overseeing and enhancing the accounting systems ecosystem with a core focus on PeopleSoft Financials and its integration with related platforms such as Oracle EPM and EDM. This role will manage a team of functional ERP experts and partner closely with Accounting and Finance leaders to ensure stable operations, deliver process and system enhancements, and drive the strategic evolution of the finance systems landscape.

Requirements

• 7+ years of progressive experience in Accounting Systems or ERP functional leadership.
• Deep functional experience with large scale ERP required; familiarity with Peoplesoft Financials & Oracle Financials preferred.
• Proven track record managing cross-functional teams and leading enterprise technology projects.
• Strong understanding of financial accounting principles and operational workflows in accounting teams.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate new tools, perform cost-benefit analyses, and author business cases.
• Strong analytical and systems thinking; ability to interpret and design workflows and data structures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; adept at engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to Yardi, Oracle EPM, EDM & Smartview a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of functional subject matter experts (SMEs) across key PeopleSoft Financials modules (Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Asset Management).
• Ensure consistent, reliable ERP operations-especially during critical close periods-through strong oversight of enhancements, patching, and incident response.
• Manage the PeopleSoft change control process and ServiceNow intake queue, driving quality, responsiveness, and continual optimization.
• Serve as the systems strategy partner to functional Accounting teams (AP, AR, Real Estate Accounting, Property Accounting, Corporate Accounting, etc.), understanding evolving needs and translating them into system or process solutions.
• Conduct requirements gathering, gap analysis, and draft business cases for proposed solutions.
• Evaluate, recommend, and support the implementation of new tools and technologies that complement or extend the ERP platform, improving automation, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Act as the strategic bridge between the ERP (PeopleSoft) and consolidation/reporting systems (Oracle EPM), ensuring alignment of master data and efficient flow of financial data.
• Oversee the management and expansion of Enterprise Data Management (EDM) tools used for chartfield and hierarchy governance.
• Collaborate with IT, Data Governance, and Finance Transformation teams to improve interoperability and scalability of systems architecture.
• Regularly report to the VP, Accounting Capabilities on system performance, innovation opportunities, and status of current initiatives.
• Lead team development, staffing, performance management, mentorship, and succession planning.
• Communicates clearly and confidently with cross-functional leads and executives on system status, priorities, and strategic initiatives.

Benefits

• Healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of 50% up to 12% of eligible compensation.
• Generous PTO with a starting accrual of 22 days a year in addition to paid holidays and volunteer time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Real Estate
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees