Director, Financial Systems

Scentbird

13d•Remote

About The Position

The Director of Financial Systems leads the strategy, architecture, and integration roadmaps for Scentbird's financial technology ecosystem, with a primary focus on NetSuite as our core ERP platform. This senior leadership role drives high-impact improvements in financial operations efficiency, data integrity, automation, and scalability to support rapid business growth in our subscription-based e-commerce model. The position ensures robust governance, compliance, and risk management across financial systems while enabling seamless integrations with other business applications. Reporting directly to the CTO, this role sits within the Technology/Finance department and collaborates closely with Finance, Accounting, IT, and cross-functional teams to align systems with strategic business objectives.

Requirements

10+ years of progressive experience in financial IT, ERP systems implementation, administration, and governance, with significant hands-on expertise in enterprise financial platforms
Proven expertise in NetSuite (Oracle NetSuite), including administration, configuration, customization (SuiteBuilder, SuiteFlow, SuiteScript), integrations (SuiteTalk, REST APIs), and governance/compliance best practices
Relevant certifications such as NetSuite Administrator, NetSuite ERP Consultant, CISSP, CISA, or equivalent security/compliance credentials
Strong understanding of financial processes (order-to-cash, procure-to-pay, financial close, reporting) in a subscription or e-commerce environment
Demonstrated experience leading teams, managing complex projects, and driving ERP/system transformations in mid-to-large organizations
Deep knowledge of internal controls, risk management, audit trails, segregation of duties, and compliance frameworks (e.g., SOX, GDPR considerations)
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
Excellent analytical, technical, and communication skills with proficiency in tools like SQL, BI/reporting platforms, and integration technologies

Nice To Haves

Strategic thinker with a visionary yet pragmatic approach to technology-enabled financial transformation
Strong leader who inspires and develops high-performing teams while fostering collaboration across departments
Detail-oriented executor with exceptional problem-solving skills and a commitment to operational excellence
Proactive communicator who builds trust through transparency, clear articulation of complex concepts, and stakeholder influence
Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment with a bias toward action and innovation

Responsibilities

Define and execute the long-term strategy, architecture, and integration roadmaps for financial systems, prioritizing NetSuite enhancements to support evolving business needs
Oversee NetSuite governance, including role-based access controls, segregation of duties, audit trails, change management, and compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX readiness, data privacy standards)
Lead the financial systems team in system configuration, upgrades, customizations, troubleshooting, and ongoing optimization to ensure reliability, performance, and security
Manage integrations between NetSuite and other platforms (e.g., e-commerce, CRM, payment gateways, inventory, analytics tools) to enable end-to-end process automation and real-time data flow
Establish and enforce internal controls, data integrity standards, security protocols, and monitoring processes to mitigate risks and support audit readiness
Collaborate with Finance leadership on financial reporting, process automation, and analytics initiatives using NetSuite tools like SuiteAnalytics, Saved Searches, and SuiteScripts
Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for automation, process re-engineering, and technology adoption to reduce manual effort and enhance accuracy
Provide strategic guidance on financial systems projects, vendor management, budgeting for system initiatives, and cross-functional stakeholder alignment

Benefits

Competitive base compensation
Bonus program
Remote first
Referral bonus
Paid Time Off and Wellness Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
401k with Company Match through Fidelity
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
Company provided Lifeinsurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts, as well as Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Annual Education Stipend
Complimentary Scentbird Membership
Discounts on Owned Brands
Monthly virtual team building/ educational activities
A fun, creative and energetic work environment