Financial Automation Developer

CTI And Associates Inc.•Oak Ridge, TN

About The Position

The Financial Automation Developer designs, develops, and maintains custom software solutions that automate and enhance financial processes across the organization. This role applies programming expertise, systems integration skills, and technical problem‑solving to streamline workflows, reduce manual effort, and improve data accuracy. The ideal candidate is a strong developer with a solid understanding of financial operations, automation frameworks, and best‑practice software engineering principles.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
3+ years of experience in software development, automation engineering, or financial systems support.
Hands-on experience with automation technologies (examples: RPA tools, scripting languages, workflow engines, API development).
Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language preferably SQL and/or Oracle.
Strong understanding of financial processes including AP/AR, general ledger, reporting, reconciliation, budgeting, or forecasting.
Experience with data analysis tools such as Excel, Power BI, or Tableau.
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.
Strong software development mindset, including modular design and code reusability.
Technical curiosity and ability to quickly learn new languages, tools, and platforms.
Attention to detail, particularly around data accuracy and system integrity.
Strong organizational, documentation, and project-management skills.
Collaborative and solution-oriented approach to problem solving.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Costpoint is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop custom scripts, applications, and automation workflows using approved programming languages and tools.
Analyze financial processes and translate requirements into scalable technical solutions.
Build and maintain integrations between ERPs, financial systems, CRMs, and internal data platforms using APIs, ETL processes, and middleware.
Design and implement data pipelines that support reporting, reconciliation, and transactional workflows.
Support system upgrades or new system implementations by developing, testing, and optimizing automation components.
Troubleshoot and resolve automation or integration issues; perform root‑cause analysis and implement long‑term fixes.
Maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, code repositories, and version control.
Develop dashboards, KPIs, and reporting tools that improve decision‑making and financial transparency.
Provide technical training and support to financial and operational teams on automation tools and new processes.
Continuously evaluate automation performance and recommend enhancements to improve reliability and ROI.