Key ResponsibilitiesFinance Operations AI AutomationAutomate accounts payable and accounts receivable processing including invoice capture, matching, and approvalBuild reconciliation automations across GL, bank, credit card, and intercompany accountsDevelop expense report processing, policy compliance checking, and anomaly detection systemsCreate procurement automations for PO generation, vendor onboarding, and spend categorizationImplement AI-powered financial close acceleration and journal entry automationControls, Compliance & Audit ReadinessEnsure all finance automations meet SOX, internal controls, and audit documentation requirementsPartner with Internal Audit and Controllership on design reviews and control attestationBuild comprehensive logging, lineage, and traceability into every automationImplement segregation-of-duties and approval workflows correctly in every designMaintain audit-ready documentation and evidence of all deployed workflowsMeasurement & Financial ImpactTrack manual hours eliminated, cost savings realized, and processing time reductionsQuantify error rate reduction and the controls impact of automationPartner with FP&A on ROI reporting and business case developmentIdentify financial process inefficiencies through data analysis and stakeholder interviewsDeliver weekly updates on automation performance, savings, and roadmapRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Accounting, Finance, or related field4+ years of experience in finance automation, RPA, or software development for finance functionsStrong proficiency in Python and SQL with experience building production automationHands-on experience with LLMs and document AI (OCR, invoice extraction, intelligent document processing)Working knowledge of accounting principles, GL structures, and financial close processesExperience with at least one major ERP platform (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Workday Financials)Understanding of SOX controls, audit evidence requirements, and financial complianceExcellent communication skills to work with Controllers, FP&A, and Internal AuditPreferred QualificationsExperience with AP automation platforms (Coupa, Tipalti, Bill.com, Stampli)Familiarity with RPA platforms (UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Blue Prism)Background in public company finance environments with SOX complianceExperience with document AI services (AWS Textract, Azure Document Intelligence)CPA, CMA, or other finance certifications (or willingness to pursue)Background in EdTech, SaaS, or subscription business finance operationsTools & TechnologiesYou should be comfortable with many of the following:Languages: Python, SQL, JavaScript/TypeScriptAI/ML: OpenAI API, Anthropic API, AWS Textract, Azure Document IntelligenceERP: NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Workday FinancialsFinance Systems: Coupa, Tipalti, Bill.com, Concur, BlackLineRPA: UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Power AutomateData: Snowflake, PostgreSQL, DatabricksKey CompetenciesFinancial Fluency — speaks the language of Controllers, FP&A, and auditorsControls Attitude — builds automations that strengthen rather than weaken controlsPrecision & Rigor — delivers audit-ready, documented, traceable systemsROI Focus — quantifies savings and efficiency in CFO-ready languageProcess Design — decomposes complex finance processes into automatable stepsCompliance Awareness — understands SOX, audit, and regulatory requirementsWhat We OfferOpportunity to shape AI at scale across a global learning companyDirect impact on business outcomes, product, and workforce productivityAccess to cutting-edge AI tools, platforms, and technologiesCollaborative team environment focused on innovation and continuous improvementCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefitsProfessional development and learning opportunitiesCengage is committed to working with broad talent pools to attract and hire strong and most qualified individuals. This position's bonus target amount, which is not guaranteed and is dependent on individual performance and overall company results among other factors, is provided below.10% Annual: Individual Target$150,000.00 - $200,000.00 USDCengage, a global edtech company, supports learners, educators and institutions across more than 100 countries.