Senior Manager, OneStream Finance Systems

Xylem is seeking a hands-on Senior Manager, OneStream Finance Systems (Hands-On, Global CPM) to own and evolve our global Corporate Performance Management (CPM) platform. This role is responsible for the end-to-end leadership, technical development, and operational integrity of OneStream — the system that consolidates enterprise financials and supports SEC reporting, internal management reporting, forecasting, and budgeting.

This is a player-coach role requiring deep OneStream technical expertise, strong people leadership, and the ability to partner with Finance, FP&A, Accounting, and IT in a highly visible, mission-critical environment.

What You’ll Own

Platform Ownership & Leadership

• Serve as the global owner of the OneStream application, supporting corporate financial consolidation, forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and analytics.

• Lead, coach, and develop a global, diverse CPM systems team, fostering strong technical capability and business partnership.

• Establish best practices for system governance, change management, and scalability.

Hands-On OneStream Development

• Actively design, build, and enhance OneStream solutions including:

  • Business rules, calculations, and workflows (.NET / VB.NET / evolving to C#)

  • Data connectors, integrations, and automation routines

  • Dashboards, cube views, forms, drill-throughs, and security

• Support architectural changes and performance optimization as the platform scales.

Financial Close & Operational Excellence

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles, ensuring accuracy, stability, and on-time delivery.

• Troubleshoot complex system and data issues during close and planning cycles.

• Partner with Accounting to support balance sheet reconciliations and controls.

Planning, Forecasting & Analytics Enablement

• Enable enterprise budgeting, forecasting, and weekly flash reporting across all entities.

• Support FP&A initiatives including automated forecasting, AI/ML-driven insights, and expanded profitability reporting.

Enterprise Projects & Transformation

• Lead OneStream-related initiatives tied to:

  • SAP S/4HANA integrations and profit center reporting

  • New allocations and modeling enhancements

  • Ongoing CPM modernization and automation efforts

Compliance, Controls & Enablement

• Ensure OneStream processes support SOX compliance, audit requirements, and internal controls.

• Develop training, documentation, and user support models for global stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For

Required Experience

• 5+ years of hands-on CPM/EPM experience, with deep OneStream expertise strongly preferred.

• Proven experience developing in OneStream, including business rules, integrations, dashboards, and workflows.

• Strong programming experience in VB.NET and/or C#, plus advanced SQL skills.

• Experience supporting SEC-facing financial reporting and enterprise consolidations.

• Demonstrated experience leading and coaching technical teams in a global environment.

Preferred / Nice to Have

• OneStream certifications

• Experience supporting SAP (S/4HANA) integrations

• Exposure to AI/ML-enabled financial planning or advanced analytics

• Background in large, complex, multinational organizations

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Why Xylem?

We believe in supporting our employees both professionally and personally. Our benefits include:

· Paid parental leave, maternity support, and fertility benefits

· Flexibility and hybrid work options where applicable

· Health, dental, and vision insurance from day one

· Emotional health and wellness programs and Volunteer program (Watermark)

· Paid time off (PTO)/Flexible time off (FTO) and paid holidays

· Career development, advancement, tuition reimbursement, and student loan forgiveness

· Generous retirement savings plan with company contribution

· Employee recognition and discount programs

Ready to grow your career while making a difference? Join a team that values your skills, supports your development, and empowers you to help solve global water challenges.

Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment. 

Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation