Lead the end-to-end design and build of Anaplan models for revenue accounting, incentive compensation, sales forecasting, FP&A, and other strategic planning initiatives.
Oversee system integration, ensuring seamless connectivity between Anaplan and other enterprise platforms.
Collaborate with business stakeholders to define requirements, translate objectives into effective models, and deliver actionable reporting.
Design intuitive user interfaces and dashboards to enhance user experience and facilitate data-driven decision-making.
Manage project timelines, deliverables, and quality assurance throughout the solution lifecycle.
Provide technical guidance, training, and support to model builders and business users.
Maintain documentation of models, processes, and integrations for compliance and continuous improvement.
Stay informed on Anaplan platform updates, industry best practices, and emerging planning technologies.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Certified Anaplan Solution Architect.
Proven experience architecting and building complex Anaplan models in a professional environment.
Advanced knowledge of Anaplan UX design and reporting functionalities.
Demonstrated success in managing projects across multiple planning domains (e.g., revenue, compensation, sales, FP&A).
Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial planning processes.
Experience integrating Anaplan with other business systems and data sources.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
Hands-on experience with other planning systems (e.g., Oracle EPM, Workday Adaptive Planning) preferred.
Familiarity with API-driven integrations and cloud data architecture.
Experience in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments.
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceEquity / stock options
Additional Information
The Trade Desk is a global technology company and the world's leading independent platform for digital advertising, with nearly 4,000 employees across more than 30 offices. Our technology helps advertisers reach the right audiences across the open internet - from streaming TV and podcasts to mobile apps, news, and more.
Advertising powers the content people love. By making it more transparent, effective, and responsible, we help support trusted journalism, quality entertainment, and creators worldwide. The world's brands and agencies rely on us to reach their customers and grow their businesses responsibly.
The scale of our platform brings unique technical challenges - from processing massive datasets in real time to building systems that operate reliably on a global scale. When you work here, your impact is worldwide. We welcome diverse perspectives, encourage curiosity, and build teams that learn from one another. If you're driven to solve meaningful challenges, we'd love to meet you.
What we do:
The Anaplan Solution Architect is responsible for leading the design, development, and deployment of advanced Anaplan models and applications across various business functions. This role ensures optimal architecture, integration, and user experience for accounting and planning solutions including Revenue Accounting, Incentive Compensation Management, Sales Forecasting, and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). The architect will leverage deep expertise in Anaplan and other planning systems to deliver scalable, efficient, and insightful solutions for The Trade Desk.
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