Financial Systems Lead

Sempra International • San Diego, CA

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Sempra, we tackle the biggest energy challenges that face our industry. Our high-performing team leverages the full capabilities of our organization to serve 40 million consumers across North America. By collaborating and challenging one another across multiple disciplines, we inspire our best work, ideas and innovation. From increasing liquified natural gas (LNG) capacities to reducing carbon emissions to helping people prepare for the realities of climate change, we are committed to building a better energy future for all. Primary Purpose Identify and determine the appropriate technical tools suitable for the business needs and drive the implementation of solutions to completion by ensuring all phases of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) have been met. Design, build and deliver Fintech automation assets and provide technical support systems for financial systems managed by Sempra Corporate Center. Required to learn new technologies which include the development of process improvements and efficiencies leveraging citizen led technical tools. Serve as Corporate Accounting & Finance organization's subject matter expert with IT on the technical development of integrations and data management to address reporting needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, business, electrical engineering, software engineering, computer engineering, or related field is required.
• 8+ years of previous experience or equivalent training and/or experience is required.
• Must reside in Southern California or be willing to relocate upon hire.
• Possess a strong overall knowledge of both functional and technical aspects of the Corporate Finance Technology landscape.
• In-depth understanding of data modeling for multidimensional databases, hierarchy design and dimensionality.
• Advanced experience with any of the following: Alteryx, Power Query, Power BI, Workiva's Wdata.
• Demonstrated ability to present complex technical information, in a clear and concise manner to a variety of audiences, in large and small groups.
• Strong problem solving, troubleshooting, analytical and deductive reasoning skills.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines and address complex business requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in computer science, engineering, business, electrical engineering, software engineering, computer engineering, or related field is preferred.
• Experience with databases and technical programming languages that drive automation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the IT technical subject matter expert in Corporate Accounting & Finance. This a highly technical role and will also require the execution of key development activities to support reporting needs and integration of financial applications.
• Responsible for partnering with other IT organizations associated with initiatives, such as infrastructure, database administration, cybersecurity and reporting. This includes coordinating discussions between IT organizations to ensure the success of current projects and new initiatives.
• Overall management of vendor service requests including corresponding with vendors, providing systems artifacts, testing and applying technical solutions.
• Key contributor to the identification of citizen-led technical tools (Microsoft Power Platform, Alteryx and vendor owned integration utilities) suitable to support business needs.
• Technical support lead for all Financial Systems and Technology tools. Provide guidance to lower-level team members and resolve critical technical issues.
• Perform key project management related tasks which include creating project plans, development, creation of test plans, execution of test plans and client training.
• Performs other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level