GEICO
Distinguished Engineer – Finance Solution Architect – Payment and Treasury s
GEICO, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
GEICO is seeking an experienced Solution Architect with deep knowledge of Payment and Treasury solutions to provide expertise and guidance in supporting the Treasury departments. This individual must have strong functional and technical Finance Systems background to partner with the Business to have effective discussions to drive process and systems change to meet Business goals.The DE must have the ability to provide leadership and coaching to business teams and technologists by guiding, planning, and partnering at various levels. The DE will partner with the engineering teams in the establishment and implementation of new or revised systems and programs.The Payment and Treasury Solutions Architect is required to have extensive Financial Systems expertise and a broad background in ERP, Payment, and Treasury systems. The position will report to the Senior Director of Finance Technologies. The individual contributor is expected to provide systems solutions, functional process recommendations, and work with multiple Finance and Technology leaders to set the systems strategy for the company’s Payment and Treasury systems.The individual will be a key advisor and partner to the Finance Leadership to redesign the way they use their technologies in managing GEICO’s business. The Payment and Treasury Specialist is also accountable to support the delivery of technology solutions that will support GEICO’s Payment Platform, Bank reconciliation, Cash Management, and other Treasury functions.Prior Financial Services Industry experience is required, with a deep understanding of the functional and technical aspects of multiple ERP and Treasury systems.Position Description
This DE Payment and Treasury Solutions Architect works across the organization to provide a friction-less experience to our customers and maintains the highest standards of protection and availability. Our Technology team thrives and succeeds in delivering high quality technology products and services in a hyper-growth environment where priorities shift quickly. The ideal candidate has deep Finance Systems experience across multiple companies to introduce best practices leveraging their broad and deep knowledge of various ERPs (e.g. PeopleSoft; Oracle EBS; Workday; or SAP).Position Responsibilities
As the Payment and Treasury Solutions Architect supporting these Finance functions you will:Leverage your deep Functional and Technical systems expertise to drive towards the right solution to support the department and GEICO’s current and future needsEngage in cross-functional collaboration throughout the entire software lifecycleLead design sessions with peers to ensure systems are well designed, efficient, and meet Business expectationsCollaborate with the Finance Leaders from the Treasury, Controllers, and Finance QA & Systems departments to ensure their technology goals are metHave a deep understanding of these multi-entity department functions to establish a vision and technology roadmap for the Payment and Treasury functionsWork with Business Sponsors to develop project roadmaps which align to business objectives and sequenced by priority and resource availabilityManage through influence customers and stakeholders, and properly manage divergent expectationsEnsure a strong control and governance framework is established and maintained to support SOX and Audit reviewsFacilitate Business and Technology discussions at various leadership levels to ensure alignment towards long term goals of Finance and TechnologyAnalyze and translate business and functional specifications and change requests into technical specificationsConsistently share best practices and improve processes within and across teamsQualifications
20+ years of Finance Systems experience with industry leading ERP solutions (e.g. implementing and supporting PeopleSoft; Oracle EBS; Oracle Cloud; Workday; or SAP)15+ years of management or lead experience in guiding teams in support of Finance Systems15+ years working with Payment or Treasury systems via the major vendors (e.g. PeopleSoft; Oracle EBS; Oracle Cloud; Workday; or SAP)Deep Finance domain expertise to be able to work with senior Finance leaders to interpret their process and functional needs into system solutionsStrong understanding of accounting process and reporting expectations to partner with senior Finance LeadersAbility to communicate and work directly with business leaders across Technology and FinanceSolid understanding of project management techniques, methodologies, and best practicesStrong problem-solving abilitiesAbility to excel in a fast-paced environmentKnowledge and experience with the software development life cycleAbility to work independently and in a team-oriented collaborative environmentEducation
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent education or work experienceAnnual Salary$150,000.00 - $300,000.00The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.Benefits:
As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our
Total Rewards Program * to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave401(k) PlanTuition ReimbursementPaid Training and Licensures*Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.
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This DE Payment and Treasury Solutions Architect works across the organization to provide a friction-less experience to our customers and maintains the highest standards of protection and availability. Our Technology team thrives and succeeds in delivering high quality technology products and services in a hyper-growth environment where priorities shift quickly. The ideal candidate has deep Finance Systems experience across multiple companies to introduce best practices leveraging their broad and deep knowledge of various ERPs (e.g. PeopleSoft; Oracle EBS; Workday; or SAP).Position Responsibilities
As the Payment and Treasury Solutions Architect supporting these Finance functions you will:Leverage your deep Functional and Technical systems expertise to drive towards the right solution to support the department and GEICO’s current and future needsEngage in cross-functional collaboration throughout the entire software lifecycleLead design sessions with peers to ensure systems are well designed, efficient, and meet Business expectationsCollaborate with the Finance Leaders from the Treasury, Controllers, and Finance QA & Systems departments to ensure their technology goals are metHave a deep understanding of these multi-entity department functions to establish a vision and technology roadmap for the Payment and Treasury functionsWork with Business Sponsors to develop project roadmaps which align to business objectives and sequenced by priority and resource availabilityManage through influence customers and stakeholders, and properly manage divergent expectationsEnsure a strong control and governance framework is established and maintained to support SOX and Audit reviewsFacilitate Business and Technology discussions at various leadership levels to ensure alignment towards long term goals of Finance and TechnologyAnalyze and translate business and functional specifications and change requests into technical specificationsConsistently share best practices and improve processes within and across teamsQualifications
20+ years of Finance Systems experience with industry leading ERP solutions (e.g. implementing and supporting PeopleSoft; Oracle EBS; Oracle Cloud; Workday; or SAP)15+ years of management or lead experience in guiding teams in support of Finance Systems15+ years working with Payment or Treasury systems via the major vendors (e.g. PeopleSoft; Oracle EBS; Oracle Cloud; Workday; or SAP)Deep Finance domain expertise to be able to work with senior Finance leaders to interpret their process and functional needs into system solutionsStrong understanding of accounting process and reporting expectations to partner with senior Finance LeadersAbility to communicate and work directly with business leaders across Technology and FinanceSolid understanding of project management techniques, methodologies, and best practicesStrong problem-solving abilitiesAbility to excel in a fast-paced environmentKnowledge and experience with the software development life cycleAbility to work independently and in a team-oriented collaborative environmentEducation
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent education or work experienceAnnual Salary$150,000.00 - $300,000.00The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.Benefits:
As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our
Total Rewards Program * to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave401(k) PlanTuition ReimbursementPaid Training and Licensures*Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.
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