Finance Systems Engineer

Valar Atomics

Valar Atomics

Accounting & Finance, Software Engineering

Hawthorne, NJ, USA

USD 130k-200k / year

Posted on Apr 13, 2026

The Company

At Valar Atomics, we're redefining what's possible in energy. Our mission is to make clean, high-temperature nuclear power scalable—unlocking abundant energy for industry, hydrogen, and next-generation manufacturing. We are a team of builders, engineers, and operators who believe nuclear energy should be fast to deploy, factory-made, and built for the real world. Our first pilot plant in Orangeville, Utah will demonstrate how advanced nuclear systems and fuel fabrication can power the future. Joining Valar Atomics means becoming part of a company where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level.

The Role

We are looking for a skilled Finance Systems Engineer to design, implement, and maintain the technical infrastructure that powers our financial operations. You will serve as the bridge between finance and technology, ensuring our financial systems are reliable, scalable, and aligned with business needs.

Key Responsibilities

Administer, configure, and optimize core finance systems (ERP, WMS, MES, FP&A platforms, billing systems, etc.)
Partner with Finance, Accounting, Engineering, and IT teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions
Lead system integrations between financial platforms and other enterprise tools (CRM, HRIS and Equity, MES, data warehouses, etc.)
Develop and maintain data pipelines, automated workflows, and reporting infrastructure to support financial planning, closing, and consolidation processes
Identify and resolve system issues, data integrity problems, and process bottlenecks
Manage system upgrades, patches, and change management processes with minimal disruption to operations
Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and data security standards
Create and maintain technical documentation, including system architecture diagrams, data dictionaries, and user guides
Evaluate and recommend new tools or vendors to improve the efficiency and scalability of financial systems
Bring a "no job too small" mindset, contributing to a variety of projects and initiatives that support the growth of the business within the general scope of the role.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, or a related field
5+ years of experience in finance systems design and architecture, ERP administration, or a similar technical role
Demonstrated experience with project scoping and management, including requirement gathering, solution assessments, and stakeholder buy-offs.
Hands-on experience with one or more major ERP platforms (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle,etc.)
Strong SQL skills and experience working with financial data models
Familiarity with system integration approaches (APIs, ETL pipelines, middleware)
Solid understanding of core accounting and finance concepts (GL, AP/AR, revenue recognition, consolidations, projects, manufacturing)

Preferred Skills & Experience

Experience in manufacturing, physical asset management, and regulated environments
Strong stakeholder management skills, possessing ability to align leaders on priorities, risks, and optionality’s
Prior involvement in ERP and financial tool assessment and selection processes
Experience supporting multi-entity, multi-currency and global operations
Scripting or programming skills (Python, JavaScript, or similar)
Experience supporting SOX compliance or financial audits
Familiarity with BI/reporting tools (Tableau, Looker, Power BI)
Salary
$130,000$200,000 USD