Principal, Financial Systems

Application close date:

06/7/2026

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This role is part of Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations.

Job Summary

As the Principal, Financial Systems, you will partner closely with the Accounting and Finance leaders in executing the strategic direction, architecture, reliability, and continuous enhancement of financial systems that support corporate accounting operations, government compliance, and M&A integration activities. This is a high-ownership role with the opportunity to solve problems, own our ERP system architecture, and leverage technology to drive better decision-making.

Job Responsibilities

 Financial Systems Leadership & Architecture:

• Own the end-to-end architecture, roadmap, reliability, and performance of financial systems, with primary focus on Microsoft D365 implementation and transition from Deltek Costpoint.

• Lead the simplification of new ERP (D365) processes that better align with the business needs.  Ensure appropriate SOX controls are established around the data integration in and out of D365.

• Lead system design for project accounting, MRP drivers, allocations, full cycle inventory and fixed asset processes.

• Lead our D365 implementation and provide direction to implementation partners, including system and module configurations, customizations, integrations, upgrades and extensibility

• Oversee and manage day-to-day issue resolution for Costpoint and D365.

• Own and maintain internal controls around D365 and Costpoint.

• Oversee all financial system audits.

• Own and maintain and enhancements of the policies and procedures to remain audit-ready at all times.

• Maintain status of government compliance deliverables (incurred cost submissions, forward pricing, etc.) and company’s Accounting.

Automation and Innovation:

• Partner with stakeholder across business operations as well as back office functions, including IT, Finance, BI, Reporting, Tax and Accounting.

• Experience owning ERP systems within a manufacturing environment

• Promote consistency and best practices across business units.

• Identify, prioritize, and execute process automation and efficiency initiatives across finance and accounting.

Lead system integration and IT controls for M&A activity:

• Lead exploration of new capabilities, including AI within the Accounting function.

• Direct all ad hoc reporting requests for the Sr. Leadership team and users.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Computer Science or Systems with 10+ years' experience.

• Minimum of five years of leadership experience or an equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities

• Experience with financial systems governance and protocols.

• Extensive experience with ERP implementations.

• Knowledge of government contracting requirements (DCAA, DCMA, FAR, CAS).

• Experience supporting audits and maintaining compliant, audit-ready processes.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and technical guidance (e.g., ASC 606, ASC 842).

• Proven ability to drive process improvements, system enhancements, and automation.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience with Microsoft D365 and Deltek Costpoint.

• Experience with system implementations, integrations, and M&A activities.

• Experience in a defense or government contracting environment.

• Master's degree in relevant field.

• CPA, CISA or equivalent.

 

Compensation Range for:

CA applicants is $169,624.00 - $237,473.25 WA applicants is $169,624.00 - $237,473.25

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

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Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check

• Required for Certain Job Profiles:  Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

• Benefits include:  Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)

• Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

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