Manager, Financial Master Data Governance

VF Corporation

. Own and administer the finance master data governance framework across BlackLine, Group Reporting, Central Finance, BPC Planning, Coupa, AMT, Workday, and other connected finance applications .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • Wisconsin • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $88,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in finance master data governance, including the establishment of data standards, ownership models, and approval workflows across multiple enterprise systems. Proficient in ensuring data quality, compliance, and alignment with global standards while leading cross-functional discussions and influencing stakeholders.

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Finance Master Data GovernanceData Quality ManagementCross-Functional LeadershipAnalytical Problem-SolvingEnterprise Systems Experience

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Hard Skills

Accounting PrinciplesFinancial CloseData ManagementRoot Cause AnalysisGovernance Standards DefinitionData Quality ExpectationsSystem ImplementationsData MigrationsTesting and Deployment ReadinessDocumentation Requirements

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationFacilitation SkillsProject ManagementAttention to DetailInfluencing Stakeholders

Tools & Technologies

BlackLineGroup ReportingCentral FinanceBPC PlanningCoupaAMTWorkdaySAP S/4HANA

Industry Keywords

Master Data GovernanceFinancial ReportingInternal ControlsProcurementConsolidationEnd-to-End Finance Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and administer the finance master data governance framework across BlackLine, Group Reporting, Central Finance, BPC Planning, Coupa, AMT, Workday, and other connected finance applications
Serve as the central governance authority for financial master data, including company codes, cost centers, profit centers, general ledger accounts, legal entities, hierarchies, mappings, dimensions, and related reference data
Define and maintain enterprise finance data standards, ownership models, approval requirements, controls, decision rights, and operating procedures
Evaluate and approve or escalate master data requests and proposed system changes based on business need, data consistency, reporting impact, downstream dependencies, control risk, and global standards
Ensure common data definitions, structures, mappings, and hierarchies remain aligned across finance and connected platforms
Partner with the BlackLine Global Administrator on master data and governance requirements, data inputs, mappings, and controlled deployment
Provide governance oversight for AMT master and reference data
Lead governance requirements for finance system implementations, enhancements, integrations, and data migrations
Define data design expectations, review proposed solutions, direct testing priorities, and confirm implementation readiness
Monitor financial data quality, identify inconsistencies and control gaps, perform root cause analysis, and coordinate remediation
Resolve or facilitate decisions when system-specific requirements conflict with enterprise finance data standards
Escalate material risks or policy exceptions to the appropriate governance forum
Maintain governance documentation, data definitions, process flows, lineage, control evidence, decision records, and training materials
Guide finance users, system administrators, and project teams on governance expectations, master data impacts, and required controls
Influence stakeholders to adopt global standards and sustainable solutions
Identify opportunities to simplify data structures, reduce manual intervention, strengthen controls, improve data quality, and standardize master data practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business, Data Management, or a related field
5 years of experience and professional achievements
Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial close, consolidation, planning, reporting, procurement, lease administration, internal controls, and end-to-end finance processes
Demonstrated experience governing master data across multiple enterprise systems
Experience with several of BlackLine, Group Reporting, Central Finance, BPC Planning, Coupa, AMT, Workday, SAP S/4HANA, or comparable platforms strongly preferred
Deep knowledge of finance master data concepts, including hierarchies, mappings, dimensions, chart of accounts, legal entities, company codes, profit centers, cost centers, intercompany structures, and reporting attributes
Ability to assess cross-system impacts, make governance recommendations and decisions, and escalate material risks or exceptions
Experience defining governance standards, ownership, approval workflows, controls, data quality expectations, and documentation requirements
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis
Ability to lead cross-functional discussions, influence stakeholders without direct authority, and translate finance requirements into practical data and system solutions
Experience supporting system implementations, enhancements, integrations, data migrations, testing, deployment readiness, and post-implementation stabilization
Strong communication, facilitation, documentation, and project management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a global, close-driven environment
High integrity, accountability, attention to detail, and commitment to data accuracy, consistency, control compliance, and auditability
May require extensive sitting and use of keyboard/computer
May require hours in excess of 40 per week as needed to meet project, close, reporting, or implementation deadlines
Some travel may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Additional compensation awards may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential
Benefits programs including medical plans; detailed benefits provided during the hiring process
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals during the application process