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Financial Solutions Architect
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Schneider Downs . Our growing SD Digital practice is committed to providing value-added technology services and solutions to our clients. Our Digital Modernization practice empowers organizations with transformative solutions to increase working capital, capture more revenue, reduce costs, and scale efficiently during periods of growth. We help finance teams modernize with impact by driving business model innovation and delivering real, actionable changenot just reports and slide decks. As the
Financial Solutions Architect , you will partner with customers and SD Digital service line leads to design and deliver future-state technology solutions that support financial and operational transformation across clients. Youll bring a strong background in enterprise technology and finance systems, along with deep experience in enterprise architecture, ERP and financial systems, cloud platforms, automation and AI/ML, data analytics and middleware/data integration best practices. This is a client-facing role requiring both technical depth and the ability to engage cross-functional stakeholders to define, architect and implement scalable, efficient and modern technology environments. What Youll Do Partner with client stakeholders to reimagine finance processes, uncover opportunities and define strategies that drive business performance Facilitate engaging workshops that unite finance, IT and operations leaders around a shared vision for transformation Design future-state operating models that align with client vision, industry best practices and emerging technology trends
Architect Modern, Intelligent Solutions
Design scalable finance and operations architectures, integrating ERP, automation, analytics, AI/ML and other best-in-class tools Recommend cross-functional Finance technology solutions, leveraging ERP expertise across core systems of record (AP, AR, GL, FP&A) to determine when to optimize within ERP versus extend with specialized platforms
Lead with Influence & Insight
Apply financial process and internal control knowledge to ensure technology architectures are scalable, compliant and aligned with operational needs Serve as a trusted advisor, delivering clear roadmaps and thought leadership on the evolving financial technology landscape
What Youll Need
Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems or related field Minimum of three years of experience in enterprise architecture, financial systems or digital transformation roles, within a consulting or client-facing environment Practical understanding of core financial processes such as general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, financial planning and analysis (FP&A) and management reporting Practical and real-world experience in recommending, implementing, and evolving AI/ML initiatives, intelligent automation or cloud-native architectures Strong understanding of system architecture principles including application, data and integration layers Skilled in developing key project deliverables such as architecture diagrams, data migration strategies, roadmaps, assessments and recommendations
Preferred
Proficiency in designing system architectures, mapping business processes, integration flows, evaluating technology capabilities and creating technical design documentation Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing ERP and finance-related systems such as SAP, Oracle Cloud, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite or Infor Experience in architecting, designing, and implementing solutions in Finance organizations across the Microsoft ecosystem including Copilot, Dynamics, Azure, and the Power Platform
Other
Experience applying Agile principles to drive iterative delivery and cross-functional collaboration
Where Culture Counts
At Schneider Downs, our culture is our identity. And its our culture of care that makes us unique. Even as we grow, we work hard to retain this culture to continuously promote a positive, supportive work environment through our core values: Care & Respect, Integrity, Be Great, Adaptive and We Not Me. Enjoy More Of The Things That Matter Most
Competitive compensation Insurance, including health, dental, and vision, that begin on day one 20+ days of paid time off and 13 paid holidays Flex Fridays and office closures for summer and winter breaks Parental leave, family care leave, and volunteer time 401(k) plans and profit sharing CPA exam bonus, education assistance program, and pet insurance
A Place Where Inclusivity Counts
Schneider Downs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. We believe a culture of care that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion contributes to a better company, better client services, and a better world. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Accounting
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Financial Solutions Architect
role at
Schneider Downs . Our growing SD Digital practice is committed to providing value-added technology services and solutions to our clients. Our Digital Modernization practice empowers organizations with transformative solutions to increase working capital, capture more revenue, reduce costs, and scale efficiently during periods of growth. We help finance teams modernize with impact by driving business model innovation and delivering real, actionable changenot just reports and slide decks. As the
Financial Solutions Architect , you will partner with customers and SD Digital service line leads to design and deliver future-state technology solutions that support financial and operational transformation across clients. Youll bring a strong background in enterprise technology and finance systems, along with deep experience in enterprise architecture, ERP and financial systems, cloud platforms, automation and AI/ML, data analytics and middleware/data integration best practices. This is a client-facing role requiring both technical depth and the ability to engage cross-functional stakeholders to define, architect and implement scalable, efficient and modern technology environments. What Youll Do Partner with client stakeholders to reimagine finance processes, uncover opportunities and define strategies that drive business performance Facilitate engaging workshops that unite finance, IT and operations leaders around a shared vision for transformation Design future-state operating models that align with client vision, industry best practices and emerging technology trends
Architect Modern, Intelligent Solutions
Design scalable finance and operations architectures, integrating ERP, automation, analytics, AI/ML and other best-in-class tools Recommend cross-functional Finance technology solutions, leveraging ERP expertise across core systems of record (AP, AR, GL, FP&A) to determine when to optimize within ERP versus extend with specialized platforms
Lead with Influence & Insight
Apply financial process and internal control knowledge to ensure technology architectures are scalable, compliant and aligned with operational needs Serve as a trusted advisor, delivering clear roadmaps and thought leadership on the evolving financial technology landscape
What Youll Need
Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems or related field Minimum of three years of experience in enterprise architecture, financial systems or digital transformation roles, within a consulting or client-facing environment Practical understanding of core financial processes such as general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, financial planning and analysis (FP&A) and management reporting Practical and real-world experience in recommending, implementing, and evolving AI/ML initiatives, intelligent automation or cloud-native architectures Strong understanding of system architecture principles including application, data and integration layers Skilled in developing key project deliverables such as architecture diagrams, data migration strategies, roadmaps, assessments and recommendations
Preferred
Proficiency in designing system architectures, mapping business processes, integration flows, evaluating technology capabilities and creating technical design documentation Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing ERP and finance-related systems such as SAP, Oracle Cloud, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite or Infor Experience in architecting, designing, and implementing solutions in Finance organizations across the Microsoft ecosystem including Copilot, Dynamics, Azure, and the Power Platform
Other
Experience applying Agile principles to drive iterative delivery and cross-functional collaboration
Where Culture Counts
At Schneider Downs, our culture is our identity. And its our culture of care that makes us unique. Even as we grow, we work hard to retain this culture to continuously promote a positive, supportive work environment through our core values: Care & Respect, Integrity, Be Great, Adaptive and We Not Me. Enjoy More Of The Things That Matter Most
Competitive compensation Insurance, including health, dental, and vision, that begin on day one 20+ days of paid time off and 13 paid holidays Flex Fridays and office closures for summer and winter breaks Parental leave, family care leave, and volunteer time 401(k) plans and profit sharing CPA exam bonus, education assistance program, and pet insurance
A Place Where Inclusivity Counts
Schneider Downs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. We believe a culture of care that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion contributes to a better company, better client services, and a better world. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Accounting
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Schneider Downs by 2x Get notified about new Solutions Architect jobs in Columbus, OH. #J-18808-Ljbffr