Citi is hiring a Lead Finance Solutions Architect to shape the future of its global finance function as part of a strategic, multi-year Finance Technology Transformation program. Sitting within the Principal Architect's leadership group, this senior role is the primary driver of target state business architecture across critical finance domains — including General Ledger, Financial Close, Data Substantiation, and Reconciliation — as Citi migrates its core finance platforms to Oracle SaaS. This is a high-impact opportunity to translate the business strategic goals into a coherent end to end multi-technology blueprint that will redefine how finance operates at one of the world's leading financial institutions.
Responsibilities
● Define the target state business architecture for core finance domains — including Accounting Engines, General Ledger, Financial Close, Data Substantiation, and Reconciliation — ensuring designs align with strategic objectives and regulatory requirements.
● Analyze current state finance processes end-to-end, identifying gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for simplification, standardization, and automation across a global organization.
● Develop detailed business process models, functional designs, and data flow diagrams that articulate the future state and serve as the authoritative blueprint for the transformation program.
● Engage senior stakeholders across Finance, Front Office, and Operations to gather requirements, build consensus, and validate that the target architecture meets critical business needs.
● Translate the business architecture into clear functional requirements for Technology teams, ensuring delivered solutions address the right business problems and are fit for purpose.
Required Qualifications & Skills
● 6+ years as a Business Architect, Process Architect, Solutions Architect or equivalent strategic role within financial services, with a clear career progression from a technical discipline into business solutions and architecture.
● Deep functional knowledge of core finance and accounting processes, including General Ledger, sub-ledger accounting, financial close and consolidation, data substantiation, and multi-system reconciliation.
● Demonstrated ability to model business capabilities and design complex, end-to-end business processes at scale within a large, global organization.
● Solid understanding of financial data flows, data governance principles, and the critical data elements required for financial control and reporting in a regulated environment.
● Exceptional communication and stakeholder management capability, with a track record of influencing senior leaders and articulating complex business concepts clearly to varied audiences.
● Strategic mindset with the ability to connect granular process design decisions to broader business outcomes and long-term organizational objectives.
What We Offer
Joining Citi means taking on a role with real strategic weight — one where your decisions shape how a global financial institution operates. This is a senior position offering the scope, resources, and executive visibility to make a lasting impact on Citi's finance function, supported by a collaborative and performance-driven environment.
● A central seat in one of Citi's highest-priority transformation programs, with direct influence over enterprise-wide finance architecture decisions.
● Hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely, providing flexibility without sacrificing collaboration.
● Access to Citi's global network and the opportunity to work alongside senior leaders across Finance, Technology, and Operations on a program of international scale.
● Structured learning and development support to continue growing at the intersection of finance and solutions architecture.
● Wellbeing support and work-life balance initiatives designed to sustain long-term performance at a senior level.
● Competitive financial benefits package, including financial wellbeing resources appropriate to a senior leadership role.
● Family support benefits and localized employee offerings aligned to your work location.
Apply now to define the next chapter of global finance at Citi — and leave a blueprint that lasts.
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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:$142,320.00 - $213,480.00
In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
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Skills Required
- Proven track record as a Business Architect, Process Architect, or similar strategic role within financial services
- Deep functional knowledge of General Ledger, sub-ledger accounting, financial close and consolidation, data substantiation, and multi-system reconciliation
- Ability to model business capabilities and design complex end-to-end business processes at scale in a global organization
- Strong understanding of financial data flows, data governance principles, and critical data elements for financial control and reporting in regulated environments
- Significant experience in large-scale business transformation programs
- Experience with migrations to SaaS-based ERP or accounting platforms (e.g., Oracle, SAP)
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills with ability to influence senior leaders
- Strategic mindset linking detailed process design to broader business outcomes
Citi Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Citi and has not been reviewed or approved by Citi.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits coverage is positioned as comprehensive, including health, dental, and vision insurance plus on-site clinics, prescription drug support, and disability coverage. Family-building support such as fertility assistance is described as a notable differentiator within the overall package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as strong, highlighted by a 401(k) with matching and additional plan options like a Roth 401(k). Financial support is reinforced through discounts and broader financial guidance resources tied to the benefits ecosystem.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing support extends beyond insurance through programs like an Employee Assistance Program, counseling/legal resources, and gym or wellness reimbursement. These offerings increase the perceived total rewards value even when cash compensation sentiment varies by role.
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