Assistant Director, Financial Management Systems

Boston College Introduction Founded in 1863, Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university located six miles from downtown Boston with an enrollment of 9,654 full‑time undergraduates and 5,072 graduate and professional students. Ranked 37 among national universities, Boston College has 923 full‑time and 1,336 FTE faculty, 2,822 non‑faculty employees, an operating budget of $1.4 billion, and an endowment in excess of $3.9 billion. Responsibilities The Assistant Director, Financial Management Systems is primarily responsible for supporting and enhancing the PeopleSoft Financials (FSCM) system and other related finance applications. The role collaborates closely with the Associate Director, Financial Systems, Reporting and Planning on system upgrades, integrations, reporting, and production support. Key responsibilities include working with PeopleTools technologies (PeopleCode, SQR, Application Engine, Integration Broker), supporting system interfaces and data integrations, troubleshooting issues, and automating processes. The Assistant Director also helps define and maintain the rules and procedures that guide how the finance systems are used, and researches and recommends ways to improve how the university manages financial tasks by using technology more effectively. This position partners with Information Technology Services (ITS) and Finance teams to deliver technical solutions that improve efficiency, data accuracy, and user experience. They support system upgrades, test new features, troubleshoot issues, assist users, and support financial reporting efforts, connecting technical work with the needs of Finance teams and the broader university. Position Details Location: In‑office Employment: Full‑time Salary: $116,000 to $145,000, commensurate with experience Requirements Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field. 5–7 years of professional experience in financial systems, with strong technical expertise in PeopleSoft FSCM or a comparable ERP system, preferably in higher education or the public sector. Demonstrated experience with PeopleTools technologies (PeopleCode, SQR, Application Engine, Integration Broker, Component Interfaces, Application Packages) and the ability to design, develop, and support technical solutions. Proven ability to manage day‑to‑day production support as well as functional and technical initiatives related to system upgrades, configuration changes, and process automation. Working knowledge of PeopleSoft FSCM or comparable ERP modules (e.g., General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Purchasing, Asset Management, Travel & Expense, Grants) and related reporting tools. Experience managing financial system integrations, interfaces, and data reconciliation processes involving third‑party or internal systems. Ability to support system upgrades, patches, and configuration changes as well as automate and optimize business processes using ERP technical tools. Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to translate functional needs into technical requirements. Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills to engage with Finance and ITS stakeholders at all levels. Benefits Tuition remission for Employees Tuition remission for Spouses and Children who meet eligibility requirements Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Low‑Cost Life Insurance Eligibility for both University‑Funded 401(k) and Employer‑Sponsored 403(b) Retirement Plans Paid Holidays Annually Generous Sick and Vacation Pay Additional benefits can be found on Boston College conducts pre‑employment background checks as part of the hiring process. Boston College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected category, including disability and protected veteran status. Boston College's Notice of Nondiscrimination can be viewed at #J-18808-Ljbffr Center for International Higher Education