Director of Finance Systems (Remote)

Rula•,

3d•$189,000 - $244,965•Remote

About The Position

Rula is seeking a Director of Finance Systems to own the technology supporting accounting and financial reporting and help the Accounting team move toward a faster, more automated close. The role extends beyond ERP administration into AI, automation, and financial controls that support the company's growth. The Director will oversee core finance systems, including NetSuite, Ramp, Zip, FloQast, and revenue reporting tools; manage new system launches and updates; and partner with Engineering to incorporate Finance requirements into system development. The role will also establish the Accounting team's approach to AI agents, including where they run, how they connect to NetSuite, and safeguards for accuracy and audit readiness. The Director will lead development of IT general controls and financial systems controls as the business scales. The position works across Accounting, FP&A, Financial Operations, Procurement, Product, Engineering, and Analytics. It reports directly to the Controller. Rula is a remote-first company and currently hires in most U.S. states, excluding Hawaii.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in finance systems, accounting systems, or ERP administration, including hands-on ownership of NetSuite in a growing company.
Experience leading at least one finance system implementation or post-go-live stabilization from requirements through testing, cutover, and support.
Hands-on experience designing, implementing, or maintaining IT general controls—including user access, change management, and system operations—for financial reporting systems in an audit-ready environment.
Experience owning or governing a chart of accounts and building reports or saved searches in NetSuite or a comparable ERP for accounting users.
A track record of partnering with Accounting, Procurement, and Engineering or Product teams to translate business needs into system workflows and integrations.
Ability to clearly explain technical systems, risks, and tradeoffs to non-technical colleagues in writing and conversation.

Nice To Haves

Experience building or deploying AI agents or automated workflows in finance or accounting, including permissions, human review, and audit logging.
Experience implementing or administering a procurement or spend platform such as Zip, Coupa, or Ramp.
Experience with healthcare billing or revenue cycle systems, including claims, remittances, and contractual adjustments.
Working knowledge of SQL or SuiteQL and planning or reporting tools such as Pigment or Hex.
Relevant credentials such as NetSuite Administrator or ERP Consultant certification, CPA, or CISA.
Background in a high-growth startup or digital health company.

Responsibilities

Own the technology supporting accounting and financial reporting and help improve the speed and automation of the Accounting close.
Oversee finance systems, including NetSuite, Ramp, Zip, FloQast, and revenue reporting tools.
Project-manage new finance system launches and updates.
Partner with Engineering to ensure Finance requirements are incorporated into system development.
Establish the Accounting team's approach to AI agents, including deployment, NetSuite connections, and safeguards for accuracy and audit readiness.
Lead the development of IT general controls and financial systems controls.
Partner with Accounting, FP&A, Financial Operations, Procurement, Product, Engineering, and Analytics.

Benefits

100% remote work environment with working hours intended to support work-life balance.
Transparent pay ranges regardless of U.S. location.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits, plus FSA/HSA.
Access to a 401(k) plan.
Generous time-off policies, including two company-wide shutdown weeks each year for most employees.
Paid parental leave for birthing, non-birthing, adopting, and fostering parents.
Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and physical health.
Quarterly department stipend for team-building activities or in-person gatherings.
Community and employee resource groups.
New-hire home office stipend and a $50 monthly stipend to help cover internet or cell phone expenses.
Wellness initiatives year-round and a $50 monthly wellness stipend.