Director of Enterprise Systems

Director of Enterprise Systems

Location: Durham, NC / Washington, DC (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Renewable Energy – Solar & Battery Storage

Salary: $175,000 - $215,000 + Bonus + Stocks

The Company

Our client is an established and growing renewable energy company specialising in solar power and battery energy storage solutions.

Operating within a rapidly evolving industry, the organisation is focused on supporting the transition to cleaner energy through the development, management, and operation of renewable energy assets.

With continued investment in its people, technology, and infrastructure, the business is seeking an experienced Director of Enterprise Systems to strengthen its internal technology capabilities and support its next phase of growth.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking renewable energy organisation and play a key role in shaping its enterprise technology strategy.

The Opportunity

The Director of Enterprise Systems will lead the strategy, optimisation, and ongoing management of the organisation's core business applications, with particular emphasis on NetSuite ERP and supporting financial and HR systems.

Working closely with senior leadership across Finance, Accounting, HR, and IT, the successful candidate will oversee business-critical platforms, lead a small team of systems professionals, and deliver technology initiatives that improve efficiency, scalability, and operational performance.

This position requires a combination of hands-on ERP expertise, strong financial systems knowledge, people leadership, and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Systems & Technology Strategy

• Own and optimise NetSuite ERP, including configuration, integrations, upgrades, and ongoing platform performance.
• Oversee supporting finance, accounting, HR, payroll, and business management applications.
• Develop and execute an enterprise systems roadmap aligned with organisational growth.
• Identify opportunities for automation, process improvements, and greater operational efficiency.
• Manage integrations between enterprise platforms to ensure accurate and reliable data.
• Lead system enhancements, implementations, and technology transformation initiatives.

Business Partnership & Stakeholder Management

• Partner with Accounting and Finance teams to support financial reporting, month-end close, and business operations.
• Collaborate with FP&A leadership to enhance forecasting, reporting, and data visibility.
• Work alongside HR leadership to optimise employee-related technology platforms.
• Act as a key liaison between IT and business stakeholders.
• Translate business requirements into effective technology solutions.

Leadership & Project Delivery

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of enterprise systems professionals.
• Establish clear objectives, accountability, and performance expectations.
• Manage external vendors, consultants, and implementation partners.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects involving Finance, HR, IT, and other business functions.
• Oversee project delivery, budgets, timelines, and resource allocation.

Governance, Risk & Operational Excellence

• Maintain appropriate controls, governance, and security standards across enterprise applications.
• Support internal and external audit requirements.
• Establish effective change management and system documentation practices.
• Partner with IT and security stakeholders to ensure business continuity and platform reliability.
• Communicate technology initiatives, progress, and recommendations to senior leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in enterprise systems, ERP platforms, or business technology leadership.
• Strong hands-on NetSuite ERP experience , including configuration, administration, integrations, and system enhancements.
• Strong understanding of accounting and finance processes, including financial reporting and month-end close.
• Experience managing enterprise applications supporting Finance, Accounting, and HR functions.
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing technical teams.
• Proven experience managing external technology vendors and implementation partners.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project leadership skills.
• Experience working within structured governance, compliance, or audit environments.
• Ability to work from the Durham, NC or Washington, DC office approximately three days per week.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within renewable energy, solar, battery storage, utilities, or related infrastructure sectors.
• Experience supporting enterprise systems within a growing or multi-entity organisation.
• Previous involvement in ERP implementations, upgrades, or transformation programmes.
• Familiarity with accounts payable automation, HRIS, and financial planning platforms.
• Experience integrating ERP systems with reporting and business intelligence tools.
• Relevant certifications in ERP administration, project management, or related disciplines.

Compensation & Benefits

A competitive compensation package is available, including:

• Competitive base salary and performance-related bonus
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Retirement savings contributions
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Additional employee benefits

Working Arrangements

Full-time, hybrid position based in Durham, NC or Washington, DC, requiring approximately three days per week in the office.