Finance Transformation Specialist

A pioneer in K–12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. Our core and supplemental programs in ELA, math, and science engage all students in rigorous learning and inspire them to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. Our formative assessment products help teachers identify the targeted instruction students need to build a strong foundation in early reading and math. All of our programs provide educators with powerful tools that help them understand and respond to the needs of every student. Today, Amplify serves more than 10 million students in all 50 states. For more information, visit amplify.com.

The Finance Transformation Specialist is a hands-on role responsible for driving finance process improvements and supporting finance teams in executing the Finance Transformation Roadmap. This role focuses on evaluating and redesigning Finance-specific processes and the financial components of cross-functional business processes with Finance implications. The goal of process improvements is to enhance efficiency, mitigate risks, and align processes with the company’s systems and data strategies. Reporting to the Systems and Process Lead, the Finance Transformation Specialist will collaborate closely with the CAO, FP&A, Business Systems, and Data teams to deliver impactful outcomes.

The major components of the Finance Transformation Roadmap include remediation of known issues and risks, improvement of the overall environment of controls Amplify, and driving the effectiveness and efficiency of the Finance organization.

Responsibilities:

• Process Evaluation & Redesign:
• Assess and document existing Finance-specific processes and financial components of cross-functional processes (e.g., Lead to Quote, Order to Cash, Procure to Pay).
• Identify inefficiencies, control risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Redesign processes to align with Finance Transformation objectives, improving efficiency and ensuring compliance with control and risk frameworks.
• Collaboration Across Teams:
• Partner with key stakeholders within the finance function (CAO, FP&A) to align process improvements with financial goals.
• Work closely with the Business Systems and Data teams to gather requirements for process and system changes, ensuring alignment with system capabilities.
• Support the development and implementation of new policies and procedures resulting from process enhancements.
• Support for Finance Transformation Roadmap:
• Contribute to the execution of the Finance Transformation Roadmap by driving initiatives that align with strategic goals.
• Ensure finance process redesign aligns with broader transformation efforts and company objectives.
• System & Data Integration:
• Collaborate with IT and Business Systems teams to ensure systems are optimized to support process improvements.
• Leverage financial data insights to support process redesign and to drive informed decision-making.
• Project Management:
• Lead or support light project management activities, including tracking deliverables, managing timelines, and communicating updates to stakeholders.
• Ensure that initiatives stay on track and meet deadlines.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• 8-10 years experience in finance, accounting, or financial systems implementation.
• 8-10 years of experience with financial process improvement and transformation initiatives.
• Knowledge of financial control risks, compliance requirements, and process efficiency methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
• Strong understanding of data and finance systems (ERP, CRM, etc.) and the ability to gather and translate system requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects with a focus on delivering results.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including the ability to clearly explain complex financial concepts and processes to colleagues outside of finance in an easily understandable manner.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and work with senior stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in process improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma or Lean.
• Experience in supporting finance transformation initiatives.
• Expertise in ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and financial technology tools.
• Proficiency in process mapping tools and concepts (e.g., Miro, Visio) with demonstrated ability to create high-level overviews and detailed processes and workflows.
• Project management PMP or Agile certification.
• CPA, MBA, or related advanced degree.

What we offer:

Salary is only one component of the Amplify Total Rewards package, which includes a 401(k) plan, competitive health insurance and mental health options, basic life insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and access to best-in-class development programs. The gross annualized salary range for this role is $160,000 - $170,000. This role is eligible to receive an annual discretionary bonus that rewards individual and company performance.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To that end, we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. 

Amplify is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. 

This position may be funded, in whole or in part, through American Recovery & Reinvestment Act funds.

Amplify Education, Inc. is an E-Verify participant.

If selected, a background check will be required. As required by state and local laws and district policies, you may also be required to provide additional documentation, such as proof of vaccination or submit to enhanced background screening, including fingerprints.