SystemsAccountants is partnering with a Financial Services organization to identify an Anaplan Director to join an existing COE to drive planning excellence and digital transformation initiatives.
As an Anaplan Director, you'll bridge business strategy and technical execution—translating complex business challenges into scalable Anaplan solutions while building strong stakeholder relationships across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with business stakeholders to understand strategic objectives and operational processes; identify inefficiencies and opportunities for planning-driven solutions
- Own end-to-end implementation cycles, including requirements gathering, solution design, UAT, and change management
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement within the planning function
- Evaluate and implement emerging technologies; build business cases and lead proof-of-concept initiatives to validate solutions
- Design strategic solutions that reflect user community needs and business requirements
- Develop and mentor junior team members while fostering a collaborative team culture
- Oversee third-party consultants and contractors delivering planning and data projects
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Finance, or equivalent experience
- 4+ years of hands-on Anaplan experience
- Anaplan Solution Architect certification (Master Anaplanner certification is a plus)
- Strong business acumen with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences
- Experience with BI and integration tools
- Proven track record managing external consultants and contractors
- Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship management skills
Compensation & Requirements
- Salary: $175,000-$210,000 + Bonus
- Location: Hybrid in New York City
- Relocation assistance available
- No visa sponsorship available – candidates must have permanent U.S. work authorization