Senior Manager, Financial Applications Solutions Architect

Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry?

Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for AI to impact clinical care in a meaningful way. Tempus' proprietary platform connects an entire ecosystem of real-world evidence to deliver real-time, actionable insights to physicians, providing critical information about the right treatments for the right patients, at the right time.

Tempus is seeking an experienced and dynamic Financial Applications Architect Senior Manager to lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of the financial systems architecture and applications. As the Financial Applications Architect Senior Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness of our financial operations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive process improvements, and leverage technology to support the company's financial goals and objectives.

Responsibilities:

1. System Design & Architecture:
• Lead the design, and maintenance of financial systems, including accounting software, reporting tools, and budgeting platforms.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of Tempus' financial processes and requirements to optimize system functionality and integration.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging technologies to recommend and implement innovative solutions.
• Create detailed system design specifications and documentation

1. System Integration and Management:
• Collaborate with Engineering, finance, and other relevant teams to define system requirements and ensure seamless implementation of new financial technologies.
• Drive process improvements to streamline workflows, enhance data accuracy, and accelerate reporting cycles.
• Manage system updates, enhancements, and integrations, collaborating with IT and external vendors as needed.

1. Data Management and Reporting:
• Oversee the accuracy and integrity of financial data in systems, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and accounting standards.
• Develop and produce regular financial reports, dashboards, and analyses to support strategic decision-making by senior leadership.
• Provide insights into financial performance and trends, identifying opportunities for cost savings and revenue growth.

1. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Collaborate with finance, engineering, operations, and other teams to understand their needs and align financial systems with overall business objectives.
• Act as a liaison between finance and engineering teams to bridge communication gaps 

1. Compliance and Risk Management:
• Ensure financial systems and processes adhere to industry regulations, internal controls, and data security standards.
• Identify and address potential risks related to financial data integrity, system vulnerabilities, and process inefficiencies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in financial systems management, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• In-depth knowledge of financial software, ERPs, reporting tools, and budgeting platforms. Familiarity with Netsuite a plus.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven track record of successfully implementing and optimizing financial systems to support business operations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment and drive change initiatives.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA, CFA, PMP) are a plus.

Why Tempus: Join Tempus and be part of a groundbreaking company that is revolutionizing healthcare through data-driven insights. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the financial operations of the organization while collaborating with a diverse and innovative team.

If you are a strategic thinker, a systems expert, and a collaborative leader passionate about driving financial excellence through technology, we invite you to apply for the position of Financial Systems Senior Manager at Tempus.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Additionally, for remote roles open to individuals in unincorporated Los Angeles – including remote roles- Tempus reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: engaging positively with customers and other employees; accessing confidential information, including intellectual property, trade secrets, and protected health information; and appropriately handling such information in accordance with legal and ethical standards. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.