Finance Systems and Automation Manager

Cohere•San Francisco, CA

30d•$135,000 - $250,000•Remote

About The Position

Cohere is at the forefront of AI innovation, building cutting-edge language models and AI systems. Our Finance team plays a critical role in supporting our rapid growth and ensuring operational excellence. We value technical expertise, collaborative problem-solving, and a commitment to accuracy and compliance. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on our financial infrastructure while working at the intersection of finance and transformative technology. As we scale our business and navigate an evolving financial landscape, you'll play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence and serving as a key partner on accounting implications of major business decisions.

Requirements

7+ years of hands-on experience with NetSuite ERP administration and configuration across multiple financial modules
Deep expertise in end-to-end financial workflows including AP, AR, GL, month-end close, and consolidation processes
Experience with AI/LLM technologies and have successfully implemented automation solutions in finance contexts
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
Strong stakeholder management abilities and can build trusted relationships with finance leadership and cross-functional teams
Passionate about leveraging technology to transform manual processes and create exceptional operational efficiency
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or related field
Experience working in fast-paced, dynamic environments with evolving requirements and priorities

Responsibilities

Own the full lifecycle management of our NetSuite ERP environment, including architecture design, configuration optimization, integration development, and strategic roadmap planning to support General Ledger, AP, AR, Procure-to-Pay, Fixed Assets, Revenue Recognition, Audit, and International Consolidations & Reporting
Drive end-to-end process excellence across Order-to-Cash and Procure-to-Pay workflows, identifying and resolving gaps between upstream systems and ERP through disciplined integration design and implementation
Identify and implement automation opportunities across finance workflows, with specific focus on deploying AI agents to replace manual processes and enhance operational efficiency
Establish and maintain robust operational controls, including disciplined change management, comprehensive data governance frameworks, and measurable SLAs across all financial systems to ensure audit readiness and SOX compliance
Partner with cross-functional teams including Finance, Operations, IT, and Engineering to translate business requirements into scalable system solutions and drive continuous improvement
Lead system enhancements, upgrades, and third-party integrations while ensuring data integrity, scalability, and operational reliability across the broader application landscape
Develop and maintain documentation, training materials, and user support processes to champion best practices across finance teams
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement proactive measures to maintain system stability and security

Benefits

A weekly lunch stipend of $75/£75 or equivalent in your local currency for lunch.
Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget for mental health.
RRSP matching, 401K, Pension Scheme.
100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months, for either parent.
Annual enrichment benefits: Arts & culture, fitness/wellness, quality time, and a workspace improvement credit.
Education & learning stipend for conferences, courses, and coaching.
6 weeks of paid vacation (30 working days!)
Budget for traveling to other offices if you are remote, plus an annual company offsite.
A co-working benefit so you can work alongside others in your city.
$500 home office stipend to set up your workspace properly.