Financial Software Accounting Lead

Job description

POSITION TYPE SIM Member or Associate- Two-year assignment Availability- Preference for Full-Time work; flexible hours per week negotiable Salary- This position is for a fully or partially funded Member or Associate. LOCATION Must have reliable internet connection Easy access for international travel- Some travel will be required, but most work will be conducted via conference calls or email POSITION PURPOSE This is a strategic opportunity to lead the continued implementation and development of Oracle NetSuite Finance Software in SIM offices around the world. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES FINANCE SOFTWARE LEAD GOAL: SIM SUCCESSFULLY UTILISES ORACLE NETSUITE FINANCE SOFTWARE THROUGHOUT 50+ SIM ENTITIES. Operate as the Finance (functional) owner of SIM’s use and development of Oracle NetSuite finance software. Collaborate with other non-Finance users of NetSuite to ensure full integration. Collaborate with other stakeholders of IT systems used within SIM to ensure best integrated solutions. Lead the implementation of NetSuite financials to the SIM entities that are yet to implement. Provide the main accounting input to the implementation and development team. Become fluent in SIM finance systems and processes. Manage support to users of the NetSuite system, in conjunction with others in the Finance and IT teams. Recommend and implement changes to SIM global finance processes to enable best practice use of software tools. Ensure any changes in SIM practices and processes during implementation of software, are fully documented. Advise Global Director of Finance of any significant issues arising with software, with possible action plans. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES Promotion of financial needs of SIM ministries, projects, or personal support as agreed with supervisor. Miscellaneous duties as required. PERSON SPECIFICATION/QUALIFICATIONS ESSENTIAL: Agreement and understanding of the SIM Statement of Faith and Core Values Professional Accounting qualification (e.g. CPA, CA etc.) or similar level of expertise through experience Technically strong in accounting and comfortable with handling complex scenarios Experience in accounting software, systems, and processes Ability to delegate tasks and manage a team Ability to thrive in a team but also be proactive and free thinking in suggesting solutions Oral and written fluency in English and good communication skills Excellent administrative and computer skills including MS office programs Ability to work collaboratively across cultures Experience and ability in working remotely from other team members and supervisor DESIRABLE: Prior Oracle NetSuite experience Prior software implementation experience Knowledge of SIM policies, principles, and practices Cross-cultural experience Working knowledge of French or Spanish