Senior ERP Accounting Transformation Lead
The Opportunity with McKinstry
About the role
We are currently seeking a Senior ERP Accounting Transformation Lead to join our Enterprise Tech Projects team in Seattle, WA.
Responsibilities
Business Analysis & Elevate Solution Design Lead working session activities for Elevate Core Financials
Translate accounting requirements into functional design artifacts
Support lift-and-shift MVP with future optimization foundation
Identify process debt, manual workarounds, and control gaps
Elevate Finance and Accounting Workstream Ownership
Serve as Finance and Accounting Workstream Lead for Elevate
Own scope, milestones, risks, and readiness deliverables
Support go/no-go decisions with PMO
Provide status and decision recommendations to leadership
Accounting & Controllership SME
Act as accounting SME for Core Financials
Ensure reporting, controls, and close requirements
Advise on accounting impacts of configuration and data
Partner with Controller on control design and sign-off
Testing, Data & Go-Live Readiness Lead finance and accounting testing waves and user acceptance testing
Support data migration reconciliation and sign-off
Own accounting cutover and close impacts
Drive launch readiness and stabilization
Stakeholder Leadership
Advise accounting leadership and Elevate PMO
Facilitate design and readiness sessions
Influence without authority within workstream and cross-functional teams
Provide go-live leadership and consultation
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA strongly preferred)
8–12+ years in accounting, finance transformation, or ERP implementation roles
Deep knowledge of record-to-report and related accounting related cycles
Proven ERP workstream or major initiative ownership
Strong business analysis, testing, and stakeholder leadership skills
Ability to operate hands-on while leading through influence
Qualifications
PeopleFirst Benefits
Competitive pay
401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
Paid time off and holidays
Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums
Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
Transgender inclusive benefits
Commuter benefits
Pet insurance
“Building Good” paid community service time
Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers
Skills
Knowledge of ERP systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Experience with project management methodologies
Benefits
PeopleFirst Benefits
Competitive pay
401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
Paid time off and holidays
Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums
Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
Transgender inclusive benefits
Commuter benefits
Pet insurance
“Building Good” paid community service time
Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers
Pay
The pay range for this position is $99,270 – $169,900 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.
Schedule
Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.