Head of Financial Systems
Binance is a prominent global blockchain ecosystem best known for operating the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange in terms of trading volume and registered users. Trusted by over 300 million individuals across 100+ countries, we are renowned for our top-tier security, transparent user fund management, speedy trading engine, extensive liquidity, and an unparalleled array of digital asset products. Our offerings cover a wide spectrum from trading and financial services to education, research, payment solutions, institutional support, Web3 functionalities, and more. Leveraging the potentials of digital assets and blockchain technology, we are dedicated to constructing an all-encompassing financial ecosystem to promote financial freedom and enhance financial inclusivity globally.
We are currently searching for a proficient senior finance technology leader to helm the vision, strategy, and implementation of our financial systems landscape. This pivotal role leads the Financial Systems unit, overseeing ERP and sub-ledger platforms, internal tool innovation, automation, and the integration of AI-driven enhancements throughout the finance organization. Operative within a tech-driven environment, you will establish and manage an adept team capable of autonomously creating, developing, and deploying solutions with minimal external engineering dependency. Comfortable both in hands-on implementation and executive decision-making, you must have the ability to steer transformative initiatives from inception to completion.
Responsibilities
- Develop and take charge of the financial systems strategy and trajectory incorporating ERP, sub-ledgers, reporting structures, reconciliation processes, and automation tools.
- Construct, lead, and cultivate the Financial Systems team; manage recruitment, performance evaluations, mentorship, and career advancement, cultivating a culture of self-sufficiency among team members in utilizing tools, scripts, and AI innovations.
- Administer team capacity and workloads by prioritizing tasks, balancing operational support with transformative undertakings, and ensuring consistent delivery pace.
- Lead end-to-end finance transformation endeavors by identifying manual processes, devising automation solutions, and supervising implementation from preliminary testing to operational execution.
- Take ownership of the ERP platform strategy covering integrations, data model structuring, customizations, and upgrade pathways.
- Advocate AI and automation integration within financial operations encompassing AI-powered workflows, RPA applications, anomaly detection mechanisms, and automated Journal Entry generation.
- Establish and maintain scalable data pipelines connecting financial systems, data repositories, and Business Intelligence tools, with a preference for in-house developments when vendor solutions pose constraints.
- Collaborate with Finance leadership to translate business requirements into technical solutions, acting as a liaison between accounting activities and engineering teams.
- Ensure system controls, audit preparedness, and data integrity across all financial platforms are upheld, meeting SOX compliance and regulatory demands.
- Introduce a self-service toolkit comprising Python, SQL, VBA, low-code platforms, and AI assistants that empower finance operations to address routine challenges autonomously, minimizing system admin bottlenecks.
- Oversee vendor relations and appraise build-versus-buy decisions, favoring in-house solutions for improved speed and flexibility when necessary.
- Supervise User Acceptance Testing procedures and release management for all financial system modifications.
- Provide periodic updates to finance and senior leadership on transformational progress, automation efficacy, and system performance.
Requirements
- Minimum of 12-15 years in finance operations, systems management, and technology leadership, ideally within FinTech, Financial Services, or rapid tech environments.
- Profound expertise in ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, or Workday) encompassing integrations, data migrations, and strategic platform management.
- Demonstrated track record in leading finance transformation initiatives such as automation projects, system consolidations, or greenfield platform launches.
- Hands-on mentality with adeptness in Python, SQL, and/or VBA, capable of crafting prototype solutions directly.
- Proven experience in implementing AI/ML or RPA technologies in live finance settings for processes like Journal Entry automation, reconciliation, anomaly detection, and reporting.
- Skilled in steering lean, high-performance teams, inclusive of hiring, performance evaluation, and talent enhancement within resource-constrained settings.
- Proficient in internal controls, SOX compliance, and financial system audit prerequisites.
- Exceptional stakeholder management skills enabling you to influence C-Level executives and engage effectively with engineering counterparts.
- Comfortable navigating through ambiguity and swift changes, with a preference for action-oriented and hands-on approaches over extensive planning and delegation.
- Enthusiasm for and familiarity with crypto and blockchain innovations.
Why Binance
- Shape the future within the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem.
- Collaborate with elite talent in a user-focused global organization featuring a flat organizational structure.
- Work on unique and fast-paced projects with freedom in an innovative setting.
- Thrive in a results-oriented environment with prospects for career advancement and continuous learning.
- Competitive compensation and company perks.
- Remote work setup (subject to the specific requirements of the business team's nature of work).
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