Harvard University
Location
Cambridge, MA | United States
Job description
64669BRAuto req ID:64669BRJob Code:I0760M Applications Mgt VI Department Office Location:USA - MA - Cambridge Business Title:Director of Financial Management SystemsSub-Unit:------------ Salary Grade ( :060Time Status:Full-time Union:00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary Additional Qualifications and Skills:
Fluency in financial management principles, practices, and processes, including GL, AP, AR, financial reporting, budget and planning, and analytics.
8+ years of relevant experience implementing or managing large-scale ERP systems such as Oracle E-Business Suite, PeopleSoft Enterprise, etc.
Demonstrated expertise in program and project management for information technology and/or business process change projects, including developing project schedules and budgets, tracking progress and costs, and producing status reports and metrics dashboards for varied audiences.
Experience leading the strategic and operational planning process for delivering financial systems within a large, complex organization, and in hiring, developing, and leading high-performing teams.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to build strong relationships across stakeholder groups, including "c-level" audiences, technical and functional (business) leadership, team members, and third-party vendors. Strong work ethic, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Additional Information:lPlease provide a cover letter with your application.
Please note:
Harvard University requires pre-employment reference and background screening.
We are unable to provide work authorization and/or visa sponsorship.
This position has a 180-day orientation and review period.
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Accessibility:
Harvard University welcomes individuals with disabilities to apply for positions and participate in its programs and activities. If you would like to request an accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact our University Disability Resources Department.
Department:Administrative Technology ServicesPre-Employment Screening:Identity Schedule:
Job Function:Information Technology School/Unit:Harvard University Information Technology EEO Statement:We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.Basic Qualifications:
Minimum of seven years’ post-secondary education or relevant work experience
Supervisory experience
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Position Description:Reporting to the Senior Director of Administrative Systems in Harvard University Information Technology (HUIT) Administrative Technology Services (ATS), the Director for Financial Management Systems at Harvard will oversee critical enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and related integration with other third-party products. The Director serves as a trusted advisor to business partners in Central Administration and the Schools to ensure the technology ecosystem meets their evolving needs.
Success in this role requires a strong grasp of financial principles, practices, and processes, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, financial planning and reporting, analytics, and consolidation. It also requires a solid working knowledge of functional areas outside HUIT and works with the respective department leadership, including the Office of Treasury Management, Office of the Controller, Office of Finance and Administration, Office of Financial Strategy and Planning, Capital Planning, and Strategic Procurement.
The Director is pivotal in guiding strategic decisions by interpreting data, offering insights, and aligning department goals with broader objectives of the University's financial system needs. The role involves crafting operational and system roadmaps, spearheading improvements, and collaborating across teams.
They will also provide a hands-on role with the direct oversight of managers, business analysts, and developers that support institutional configuration, financial transactions, business processes, integrations, and customizations.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions*):
Collaborate with the Financial Administration Systems Leadership team on organizational priorities and long-range departmental planning.
Foster a culture of innovation, encouraging ownership from both developers and management for product vision, technical architecture, and project delivery.
Define and execute roadmaps for enterprise finance systems, ensuring the adoption of up-to-date technologies, multi-year technology planning, and annual capital project requests.
Meet frequently with product managers, product owners, and business analysts to provide direction and advice regarding the ongoing support and enhancement of the Financial Services offerings.
Develop effective relationships with business stakeholders through a strong understanding of business processes and desired business objectives.
Partner with senior business leadership to analyze existing business processes and identify areas for applying additional/new application functionality.
Drive end-to-end Enterprise Finance Systems Integration and data strategy.
Spearhead various business process analysis and re-design processes to ensure Harvard's ability to capture value from information systems.
Provide leadership in all phases of proposed new initiatives, including business case development, proposal development, organizational and team design, stakeholder engagement, etc.
Manage the resource allocation process, including skills and availability matrices, matching appropriate resources to requests, and communicating allocations to senior leadership, resource managers, and staff members.
Lead system and process improvement across ATS, HUIT, and business stakeholders, and the ongoing governance for financial management systems, including executive governance, communities of practice, user groups, etc.
Actively participate in the Financial Administration Systems Leadership and Financial Systems Executive Committee.
Participate in building knowledge of Cloud ERP platforms to inform the future strategy.
And other duties as assigned.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging:Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.Benefits:We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website ( to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:
Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
Work Format:Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote) LinkedIn Recruiter Tag (for internal use only):#LI-BT1Work Format Details:HUIT actively supports hybrid work where business needs allow. This position will require the hire to be onsite on a regular basis based on business needs and the nature of work. Examples include client meetings, bi-annual or quarterly Town Halls, critical business meetings or other work events, and the hire must live in a commutable state (Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, New Jersey, New York). Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.About Us:
Harvard University Information Technology (HUIT) is a community of Information Technology professionals committed to delivering service and technological solutions in support of teaching, learning, research and administration. We are recruiting an IT workforce that has both breadth in their ability to collaborate and innovate across disciplines – and depth in specific areas of expertise. HUIT offers opportunities for IT professionals to learn and work in a unique technology landscape and service-focused environment. If you are a technically proficient, nimble, user-focused and accountable IT professional who also connects with the importance of collaborating well in a team environment, we are looking for you!
Administrative Systems, Enterprise Applications is an information technology and consulting services organization providing comprehensive problem identification, solution design, ongoing support and maintenance, enhancements, and implementation of financial services, focusing on Harvard's decentralized financial management community. We provide product and project management, business analysis, application administration and configuration, and Tier II production support services for Harvard's centrally managed financial applications, which include: Oracle E-Business Suite Financials (GL, AP, AR, Assets), the Harvard University Budgeting System (Oracle Planning and Budgeting Cloud), Procurement Systems (Buy-2-Pay / Jaggaer), Capital Projects, Commitments, and Cost Controls (Ecosys Hexagon), financial warehouse analytics, reporting, business intelligence, and dashboards (Oracle Analytics).
More about HUIT:
Harvard University Information Technology (HUIT) is responsible for the strategy, planning, and delivery of information technology across the University. Our mission is to assure Harvard’s leadership in IT. We strive to make it easier for faculty, students, and staff to teach, research, learn and work through the effective use of information technology. HUIT’s core values are User Focused, Collaborative, Innovative and Open.
HUIT’s core values are:
User-focused
Collaborative
Innovative
Open
IT Academy (designed for IT Staff):
HUIT’s IT Academy aims to enable each IT staff person to grow professionally and become a trusted partner to her or his team. The IT Academy is built on the belief that every IT staff member across the University (including technology employees at each school and campus) can grow in her or his area of expertise as well as building strong people and project management skills. Learn more here:
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