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• Lead optimization and administration of Blackline solutionMaintenance, granting access, data verification and workflow managementEstablishment and monitoring data integrations from other solutions and data providers used within FAO.
• Provide systems support, governance, and create best practices for effective usage.
• Development and deployment of implementation framework for effective roll out of advanced BlackLine modules including Journals, Matching, and Variance modules across FAO clients.
• Enhance existing analytical tools and identify and develop framework for reporting KPIs to BlackLine users for insight in the utilization of BlackLine within FAO.
• Generation and publication of monthly BlackLine metrics
• Analysis of metrics to identify trends in chronic issues, provide end user training to address.
• Develop collaborative relationships with partnering teams and stakeholders to identify system improvement opportunities.
• Optimize use of BlackLine system through the following activities: Business process evaluation Procedure development
• System process flow and requirements
• QA planning and testing
• Implementation planning
• Creation and oversight of documentation related to standard operating procedures
• User training development and deployment
• Production support for problems and enhancements resulting from quarterly product releases.
• Ensures adequate communication and proper integration across entirety of FAO practice and our technology partners.
• Develops and motivates assigned staff.
• Provide technical support to end-users to resolve issues with BlackLine use, including escalation through proper channels within RSM and with BlackLine support.
• Perform other duties/projects as required
• Provides project planning and timeline management for the project.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Accounting, or Finance
• 12+ years Accounting or Finance Experience
• Background in financial close process optimization/continuous improvement8+ years
• BlackLine Experience, User & Admin (Local, Business or System)
• Experience with Oracle NetSuite and Sage Intacct

Strong troubleshooting, configuration, navigation skills across BlackLine modules