Finance Systems Lead - Anaplan

eBay•Austin, TX

About The Position

At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader — we’re changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world. We’re committed to pushing boundaries and leaving our mark as we reinvent the future of ecommerce for enthusiasts. Our customers are our compass, authenticity thrives, bold ideas are welcome, and everyone can bring their unique selves to work — every day. We're in this together, sustaining the future of our customers, our company, and our planet. Join a team of passionate thinkers, innovators, and dreamers — and help us connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all. About the Team The Finance Innovation & Transformation (FIT) organization is part of eBay’s Finance team and is dedicated to elevating Finance by aligning technology, process, data, and strategy . Our mission is to drive a culture of operational excellence and unlock industry-leading innovation across the Finance organization. FIT partners closely with FP&A, Accounting, Tax, Treasury, and Technology teams to modernize planning capabilities, improve data transparency, and enable smarter, faster decision-making at scale. The Role We are seeking an experienced Finance Systems Lead - Anaplan to drive excellence across eBay’s Anaplan ecosystem. This role will lead the operational management, prioritization framework, and governance model that enables scalable, high-impact financial planning processes. You will serve as a key partner to Finance and Technology stakeholders, ensuring that platform priorities align to business strategy while maintaining strict execution, transparency, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate combines strong financial planning expertise with enterprise systems knowledge and the ability to operate effectively within agile delivery environments.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in finance systems, enterprise planning tools, or financial planning operations
Strong understanding of FP&A processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting
Experience operating within agile frameworks, including backlog management and sprint planning
Proven ability to manage competing priorities and align cross-functional stakeholders
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organization
Strong analytical approach, intellectual curiosity, and comfort navigating ambiguity
Ability to work independently while collaborating across global teams

Nice To Haves

Direct experience with Anaplan (Model Builder or Solution Architect certification a plus)
Experience integrating enterprise planning tools with ERP systems such as SAP S/4HANA
Experience supporting global finance organizations
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Technology or related field; advanced degree a plus

Responsibilities

Own the operational management of the Anaplan platform, including sprint planning, backlog prioritization, release coordination, and cross-functional alignment
Establish and maintain effective operating rhythms across Finance and Technology partners
Partner with FP&A and Finance stakeholders to translate business priorities into clear, actionable platform improvements
Define and maintain platform governance standards, including model design guidelines, documentation, change management, and security controls
Ensure effective integration and alignment with upstream and downstream systems, including SAP S/4HANA and enterprise data platforms
Monitor platform health, performance, and adoption, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, scalability, and automation
Facilitate stakeholder forums and provide clear communication on roadmap, priorities, and platform performance metrics
Champion continuous improvement and help strengthen Finance’s planning capabilities through innovation and operational rigor