At Biogen, we offer a workplace that is unique, connected, resilient and impactful. Our purpose to find cures for rare diseases is a unique focus within our industry. We are connected as a team by this shared purpose, the pride we have in our work, and the inspiration we obtain from the lives we’re changing. We are resilient as we overcome obstacles, following the science to deliver for our patients. Most of all, our work allows us to have an impact. An impact on our patients’ lives and on changing the course of medicine.   

About this role

This position provides an opportunity to help transform technology across the Global Finance Organization.  As a Financial Systems Solution Architect, this person will focus on developing strong understanding of business processes and apply this knowledge to create well designed and effectively implement solutions/capabilities leveraging various technologies.  This position is for an experienced, motivated individual ready to partner and drive change across a diverse set of processes and technologies. 

What you’ll do

• Work collaboratively with business and IT stakeholders to deliver and support technology-oriented solutions that align with the strategic business direction
• Partner with business, technical development, app admin teams for GAP analysis, business requirements, technical development, patch application and ensuring successful delivery of Finance projects
• Ensure processes are continuously followed and refined to maintain stability - execute all activities following organizational controls and processes (i.e. software development life-cycle (SDLC), change management, etc)
• Establish yourself as a trusted business partner who can represent the business needs of specific functions within the Procurement organization
• Advise to management on business opportunities enabled through technology
• Stay abreast of best practices and new technologies across Finance business processes

• Minimum of 6 years of experience working hands-on delivering efforts involving Oracle EBS Finance modules and/or other Financial Technologies 6+ years IT/Industry Experience. 
• Functional Experience with the following technologies preferred: MarkView, Aravo, Determine, Scout RFP, Coupa, several Oracle EBS (R12) finance modules (including Accounts Payables, Purchasing, iProcurement, AGIS, Accounts Receivables, iExpense, Fixed Assets, General Ledger, Project Accounting, OPM Costing)
• Oracle SQL knowledge
• Integration experience, using APIs & XML templates
• Has the ability to work with users of all levels to identify requirements and deliver timely results
• Ability to analyze business processes and translate business needs into requirements and solution design documents. Must be able to resolve business process gaps using standard software functionality
• Ability to explain complex technology in simple ways
• Strong understanding of information systems, business processes and measures of success
• Proven commitment to customer care, system availability, reliability and issue resolution. This can include off-hours and on-call support to resolve system incidents
• Analytical/Creative Problem Solving
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Six Sigma experience desired
• Solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle desired
• Ability to quickly understand/learn technical solutions and provide hands-on support
• Track record of delivering successful technology-based solutions that achieve measurable business results
• An understanding of global finance and procurement tools and technology
• Experience with SaaS providers and technologies (implementation, support, vendor management)
• Proven ability to work under pressure, prioritize work, and balance priorities with the ability to achieve positive results
• Awareness of process controls and regulations including SOX and GXP
• Flexibility to work independently as well as collaborate on a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience in the life-sciences/biotech space is preferred

Education

• University degree required; a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology Management, or related field of study is preferred. 

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