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Lead Enterprise Applications Engineer - BlackLine

Lead Enterprise Applications Engineer - BlackLine

Cox AutomotiveRedan, GA, US
4 hours ago
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  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

The BlackLine Enterprise Applications Lead on the Continuous Process Improvement team will support Cox Automotive's Accounting CoE organization. This position reports directly to the Senior Manager of Business Process Design & Improvement (BPD&I) - BlackLine, Record to Report, and Chart of Accounts Governance. This role will collaborate with business leaders within the company to address business issues and support decision making through effective BlackLine solution management and application of accounting expertise.

This position will be responsible for leading the Cox Automotive BlackLine related processes. The BlackLine Enterprise Applications Lead is responsible for managing the deployment, adoption, and optimization of the BlackLine tool, including journal entries, account reconciliations, match sets, and financial close activities. This role will be responsible for consulting with business partners (Enterprise Accounting, Finance, Operations, IT) on a regular basis. Effective management of BlackLine is a responsibility that will enable Cox Automotive to optimize and mitigate risk in its processes.

The ideal candidate will have technical, process improvement, change management, governance, and communication experience.

Job Responsibilities :

  • Lead and support the day-to-day BlackLine activities for the Accounting Center of Excellence
  • Will lead a team of up to four BlackLine administrators and / or optimization personnel
  • Collaborate with technical teams and business partners on BlackLine implementation solutions
  • Architect, develop, build, test and integrate BlackLine solutions
  • Identify opportunities for AI and lead efforts for automation to enhance BlackLine performance and processes
  • Lead and support BlackLine training efforts as new users are onboarded to the tool
  • Work with business partners to drive account reconciliation, journal entry, and financial close reporting through BlackLine (i.e., aged items, unreconciled balances, overdue close tasks)
  • Build a metrics and performance management strategy and culture, driving measurable business results and tracking adoption of BlackLine
  • Accountable for all process standards relating to BlackLine : data, reporting, systems security, compliance, financial controls, change management and process excellence
  • Lead operational readiness and change management approach to accompany BlackLine changes, to drive business adoption and organizational agility
  • Building and supporting the deployment of the ongoing roadmap of BlackLine integration solutions across the organization
  • Work collaboratively with stakeholders to develop project plans, schedule resources, monitor and report progress, resolve issues, mitigate risk and deliver organizational change
  • Offers recommendations for improving system performance gaps and system options to increase efficiencies and achieve best practice standards.
  • Perform special projects as required.

Qualifications :

Education / Experience :

  • BA / BS degree in related discipline (i.e. Business, Finance and / or Accounting) with 6 years of experience in Blackline system administration, leading application process improvements, or a related field.
  • The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master's degree and 4 years' experience; a Ph.D. and 1+ years' experience; or 10 years' experience in lieu of a degree.

  • 4+ years of accounting or finance experience required
  • Background in financial close process optimization and related controls
  • Proven ability to influence and to collaborate with business partners
  • Acts as first tier end user support, escalate with system support teams as necessary.
  • Tracks, documents, and manages support issues with BlackLine.
  • Partners closely with management and end-users to gather and document business requirements to enhance systems and processes to drive increased efficiency.
  • Experience with continuous improvement and project management - Six Sigma Green Belt and / or PMP a plus
  • Proven ability to deliver high levels of customer service
  • Demonstrated financial analysis strength and ability to lead training efforts with key stakeholders
  • Experience within a Center of Excellence environment a plus
  • Excellent oral and written communication is mandatory
  • Competencies / Skills :

  • BlackLine certification is preferred
  • Strong knowledge of Oracle Financials and GAAP
  • Strong troubleshooting, configuration, navigation skills across BlackLine modules
  • Ability to work independently and proactively manage projects, while engaging a broader team.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to interact and collaborate with all levels across the organization.
  • Ability to influence and shape work, progress, and processes without ownership or control
  • Excellent organizational and analytical skills
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure, and shift priorities quickly as required and rapidly adapt to changing environments
  • Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving and prioritization skills with high level attention to detail
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills required
  • USD 108,800.00 - 181,400.00 per year

    Compensation :

    Compensation includes a base salary of $108,800.00 - $181,400.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

    Benefits :

    The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company's needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

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