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Added - 08/16/25

37776 | Financial Systems Consultant

Accounting/Finance

Chicago, Illinois | Contract

Job Description

Brilliant® is an award-winning contract and consulting practice headquartered in Chicago and specializing in accounting, finance, technology and business solutions for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. labor markets.

Job Description
Our client, an early-stage Solar Energy company, is looking for a financial systems consultant to help build and scale the organization. This unique position will assist the CEO and leadership team by assessing, selecting, and implementing a financial ERP system with the help of a design/development team and project partners. Ideally this individual will have a combination of strong accounting experience as well as systems implementation project leadership within start-up or pre-revenue organizations. This role will need to be flexible with the needs of the business and adaptable to various responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the selection, configuration, and optimization of ERP systems to support business objectives.
• Lead the design and implementation of an accounting system that aligns with the company’s operational requirements and supports ongoing acquisition activities.
• Develop, document, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance and enhance efficiency.
• Train and support internal staff on new accounting systems, tools, and processes to ensure smooth adoption and effective utilization.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and other financial reporting standards.
• Create documentation and SOPs.

Qualifications:

• B.A. degree in business-related field, MBA, CPA, or PMP preferred
• 10-15+ years of progressive accounting or finance related experience
• 5-10 years of ERP/systems development or implementation experience
• Specific industry knowledge within solar, renewable, or energy
• Experience building accounting or financial policies required
• Advanced knowledge of analysis, reporting, and modeling
• Experience with NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or Acumatica preferred

Location: Remote, USA
Salary Range: $125-150/hour
Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)

About Us:

Brilliant® is an award-winning contract and consulting practice headquartered in Chicago and specializing in accounting, finance, technology and business solutions for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. labor markets.

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