Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Information Technology

Job Profile

Lead Enterprise Applications Engineer

Management Level

Manager - Non People Leader

Flexible Work Option

Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

Travel %

Yes, 5% of the time

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary of $108,800.00 - $181,400.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Job Description

The BlackLine Enterprise Applications Lead on the Continuous Process Improvement team will support Cox Automotive’s Accounting CoE organization.  This position reports directly to the Senior Manager of Business Process Design & Improvement (BPD&I) – BlackLine, Record to Report, and Chart of Accounts Governance.  This role will collaborate with business leaders within the company to address business issues and support decision making through effective BlackLine solution management and application of accounting expertise.

This position will be responsible for leading the Cox Automotive BlackLine related processes. The BlackLine Enterprise Applications Lead is responsible for managing the deployment, adoption, and optimization of the BlackLine tool, including journal entries, account reconciliations, match sets, and financial close activities.  This role will be responsible for consulting with business partners (Enterprise Accounting, Finance, Operations, IT) on a regular basis. Effective management of BlackLine is a responsibility that will enable Cox Automotive to optimize and mitigate risk in its processes.

The ideal candidate will have technical, process improvement, change management, governance, and communication experience.

Job Responsibilities:

Lead and support the day-to-day BlackLine activities for the Accounting Center of ExcellenceWill lead a team of up to four BlackLine administrators and/or optimization personnelCollaborate with technical teams and business partners on BlackLine implementation solutionsArchitect, develop, build, test and integrate BlackLine solutionsIdentify opportunities for AI and lead efforts for automation to enhance BlackLine performance and processesLead and support BlackLine training efforts as new users are onboarded to the toolWork with business partners to drive account reconciliation, journal entry, and financial close reporting through BlackLine (i.e., aged items, unreconciled balances, overdue close tasks)Build a metrics and performance management strategy and culture, driving measurable business results and tracking adoption of BlackLineAccountable for all process standards relating to BlackLine: data, reporting, systems security, compliance, financial controls, change management and process excellenceLead operational readiness and change management approach to accompany BlackLine changes, to drive business adoption and organizational agilityBuilding and supporting the deployment of the ongoing roadmap of BlackLine integration solutions across the organizationWork collaboratively with stakeholders to develop project plans, schedule resources, monitor and report progress, resolve issues, mitigate risk and deliver organizational changeOffers recommendations for improving system performance gaps and system options to increase efficiencies and achieve best practice standards.Perform special projects as required.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

BA/BS degree in related discipline (i.e. Business, Finance and/or Accounting) with 6 years of experience in Blackline system administration, leading application process improvements, or a related field.The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master’s degree and 4 years’ experience; a Ph.D. and 1+ years’ experience; or 10 years’ experience in lieu of a degree.4+ years of accounting or finance experience requiredBackground in financial close process optimization and related controlsProven ability to influence and to collaborate with business partnersActs as first tier end user support, escalate with system support teams as necessary.Tracks, documents, and manages support issues with BlackLine.Partners closely with management and end-users to gather and document business requirements to enhance systems and processes to drive increased efficiency.Experience with continuous improvement and project management – Six Sigma Green Belt and/or PMP a plusProven ability to deliver high levels of customer serviceDemonstrated financial analysis strength and ability to lead training efforts with key stakeholdersExperience within a Center of Excellence environment a plusExcellent oral and written communication is mandatory

Competencies/Skills:

BlackLine certification is preferredStrong knowledge of Oracle Financials and GAAPStrong troubleshooting, configuration, navigation skills across BlackLine modulesAbility to work independently and proactively manage projects, while engaging a broader team.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to interact and collaborate with all levels across the organization.Ability to influence and shape work, progress, and processes without ownership or controlExcellent organizational and analytical skillsAbility to work effectively under pressure, and shift priorities quickly as required and rapidly adapt to changing environmentsExcellent critical thinking, problem-solving and prioritization skills with high level attention to detailAdvanced Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills required

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

About Us

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.