Remote Business Systems Manager

Affirm is a financial technology company transforming the way consumers access credit. By offering transparent and flexible payment options, Affirm empowers shoppers to make informed purchasing decisions while providing merchants with increased sales and customer loyalty.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Business Systems Manager to join our Accounting team. In this critical role, you will play a key part in optimizing our financial systems and processes. You will lead projects to enhance reporting, automate accounting functions, and ensure data integrity across our platforms. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, a data-driven mindset, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management: Lead projects focused on improving accounting processes and reporting, including the automation of journal entries and reconciliation processes.
• System Implementation: Collaborate with engineering teams to define accounting requirements, implement new financial systems, and develop comprehensive testing procedures.
• Cross-functional Partnership: Represent the Accounting team in product development initiatives, working closely with Commercial, Legal, Capital Markets, Product, and Engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of new features and functionalities.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze financial data from Affirm’s proprietary systems, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and ease of use for reporting purposes.
• Documentation & Controls: Develop and maintain robust system documentation to support financial controls and audits.
• Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve accounting processes, advocating for system enhancements and fixes to optimize efficiency and accuracy.
• Troubleshooting & Support: Address system issues impacting reporting and reconciliation processes, providing timely solutions and support to accounting and finance teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 5-10 years of progressive experience in accounting, business analysis, financial systems implementation, and project management.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes (month-end close, automated accounting entries, reconciliations).
• Proven ability to analyze large datasets and extract meaningful insights using tools like Excel and SQL. Experience with data warehousing and analytical tools (e.g., Looker) is a plus.
• Experience collaborating with engineering teams on product development, with a solid understanding of software development methodologies (SDLC, Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive consensus across teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and results-oriented approach.

Benefits:

Affirm offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive salary and equity
• 100% subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
• Flexible spending accounts for health, wellness, technology, and lifestyle needs
• Generous time off policy
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Remote Work:

Affirm embraces a remote-first work environment, allowing you the flexibility to work from anywhere within the United States.

To Apply:

Please visit the following link to submit your application: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/affirm/jobs/6278665003

Affirm is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.