Sr. Manager, Engineering TM1

IBM Planning Analytics/TM1IntroductionThe Sr. Manager Financial Systems role is to develop innovative solutions and enhancements, support business processes and end users with client Financial Systems platform based on IBM Planning Analytics/TM1. This role requires a strong understanding of both business processes and the technical aspects of financial applications.ResponsibilitiesDesign, test and implement reliable, scalable, and efficient solutions.Provides support, guidance, and training to end-users on financial systems and related processes.Partner with Finance teams to ensure consistent and seamless design.Develop standard and ad hoc reports, tools, and templates.Perform analysis and partner with other finance staff to ensure the financial results are accurate and complete.Provide risk assessment for new functionality and enhancements.Identify process improvement opportunities.Author knowledge-sharing documents, design & delivery of formal training curriculum and programs.Monitor compliance with controls and audits.Document technical and business requirements.Document model design and data flow.RequirementsRequired Skills:8+ years of data engineering experience5+ years of hands-on experience with IBM TM1/Planning Analytics 2.0 including system configuration, model building and developing UI3+ years of hands-on experience in TM1Py, REST API3+ years of hands-on experience in PowerShell, PythonAdvanced knowledge and expertise with data modelling, data warehousing, multi-dimensional (OLAP) databasesTM1 technical skills: developing Rules and TI processes, security setup, websheets and workspace UI development, ongoing maintenance of existing modelsAdvanced knowledge and expertise with SQL and MDXCorporate finance experience exhibiting knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting functions and processesExperience with ERP, relational and non-relational databases / data stores.Experience with design & delivery of formal training curriculum and programsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsPreferred SkillsKnowledge and experience with Workday FinanceExperience integrating Gen AI models into Finance Business ProcessesCompetenciesSolid understanding of accounting and business processes.Strong technical and analytical skills to troubleshoot consolidation and/or reporting issues; understanding of system logic/processes is required to independently resolve problems.Creative thinking is required to make recommendations for system design, optimizing performance and ensuring data integrity; new business requirements must be analysed to understand impact on the overall systems landscape.Ability to develop training materials and lead training sessions.Strong communication skills with ability to write clear, concise reports and correspondence.Strong interpersonal skills.Highly motivated, and proactive. Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities.