Director, Finance Systems

Role Description At Dropbox, we’re modernizing our Finance technology stack to deliver scalable, automated, and insight-driven operations. We’re looking for a Director of Finance Systems to lead this transformation and ensure our core platforms — including Oracle ERP, EPM, OAC, and integrated tools — provide a reliable foundation for Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, and Tax. In this role, you’ll define the long-term Finance Systems roadmap and lead the execution of high-quality, predictable system improvements. You’ll serve as the primary connection between Finance, Engineering, Salesforce, and Integration teams, ensuring clear priorities, strong communication, and alignment across functions. You’ll also own the control environment for Finance systems, ensuring SOX compliance, secure access, and disciplined change management. We’re looking for a strategic thinker who can zoom out to architect scalable solutions, while staying close enough to the details to ensure delivery excellence and operational reliability. Responsibilities Define and lead the multi-year roadmap for Dropbox’s Finance systems, identifying opportunities to modernize processes, enhance automation, utilize AI centric solutions, and ensure scalability in support of business goals. Own Dropbox’s Finance technology stack — including Oracle ERP, EPM, OAC, and key integrations — ensuring availability, data integrity, and predictable, high-quality delivery of enhancements, upgrades, and cross-functional projects. Serve as the primary bridge between Finance, Engineering, Salesforce, and Integration teams. Translate business needs into clear technical requirements, ensure alignment on priorities, and communicate decisions, timelines, and impacts to stakeholders at all levels. Partner with Internal Audit to uphold SOX requirements and a robust control environment. Improve and enforce governance standards, including access controls, segregation of duties, and disciplined change management. Requirements 12+ years of experience in Finance systems, enterprise applications, or related operational technology roles. Deep hands-on expertise with Oracle Fusion Financials and related modules (Procurement, EPM, OAC), including configuration, integrations, and process design. Strong understanding of core Finance processes — accounting, FP&A, procurement, and quote-to-cash — and how they translate into scalable system architecture. Proven track record leading cross-functional programs and delivering reliable, high-quality systems execution in an enterprise environment. Experience with SOX controls, audit processes, and designing secure, compliant system environments. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; able to translate complex technical topics for Finance leaders and align diverse teams. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of APIs, middleware tools, and data integration patterns. Experience with automation technologies (e.g., RPA, AI-driven analytics). Demonstrated ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Prior leadership in a high-growth or transformation-oriented organization Compensation US Zone 1 This role is not available in Zone 1 US Zone 2 $214,200—$289,800 USD US Zone 3 $190,400—$257,600 USD