Senior Level NetSuite Technical Lead

Location: Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines

Workplace: on_site

Description

At Umpisa Inc., our mission is to make the Philippines be known globally as a tech hub. 

Umpisa Inc. is a progressive technology services company that partners with select industries, clients and people to work on pioneering and industry-changing solutions via digital transformation, modern software development and venture building.

We create a set of world-class and impactful products and solutions to help organizations and individuals live better lives. We offer demanding, challenging and rewarding careers in software development, product development, emerging technologies, and more for the right candidates.

Essential Skills:

• Aligns with our values: Excellence, Integrity, Professionalism, People Success, Customer Success, Fun, Innovation and Diversity
• Strong communication skills
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent problem-solving ability
• Would like to work as part of a self-organizing Scrum team in a scaled agile framework
• Must be a self-starter and loves to collaborate with the team and client

Job Summary 

As a Mid-Level NetSuite Technical Lead, you will serve as the technical owner of the CLIENT’s financial ecosystem, with NetSuite as its core. In this hands-on role, you’ll manage system configurations, integrations, security, and ensure overall system health across tools such as NetSuite Planning & Budgeting (NSPB), Avalara, Rillion, FloQast, and banking platforms.

You will partner closely with Finance, Tax, and Digital teams to balance day-to-day support with long-term scalability, automation, and optimization initiatives. This is a high-impact role requiring both deep technical proficiency and a systems architecture mindset.

Requirements

NetSuite System Ownership and Administration

• Serve as the primary NetSuite Administrator, overseeing configurations, roles/permissions, saved searches, workflows, dashboards, bundles, and sandbox environments.
• Manage testing, release management, documentation, and user training for NetSuite and related financial systems.
• Ensure robust system governance, data integrity, and security across all financial platforms.

Technical Design and Integration

• Own the technical design, implementation, and configuration oversight for all integrated financial systems (e.g., NSPB, Avalara, Rillion, FloQast, banking tools).
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to design, scope, and implement system enhancements, automations, and integrations.

System Performance and Support

• Monitor system performance and perform regular maintenance (e.g., backups, security patches).
• Stay current on NetSuite releases and best practices to maximize system reliability, scalability, and optimal performance.
• Provide timely user support by managing tickets, troubleshooting issues, and coordinating with vendors as needed.

Finance and Accounting Support

• Support Finance and Accounting teams with reporting, compliance & audits, and automation across key financial cycles (procure-to-pay, order-to-cash, month-end close).

Education and Experience Required Qualifications

• Must be a Bachelor’s Degree graduate in Information Technology, Computer Science, or any related field.
• At least 4-6 years hands-on functional experience with NetSuite (configuration, workflows, reporting, permissions).
• At least 2-3 years experience in leading a NetSuite Development team.
• Required experience in Energy, Infrastructure, or any Capital-Intensive industries.
• Deep knowledge of finance and accounting processes (AP, AR, GL, close, procurement, fixed assets, project accounting, consolidation, and financial reporting).
• Experience gathering business requirements and delivering functional solutions in NetSuite.
• Strong problem-solving, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with systems such as NetSuite Planning & Budgeting (NSPB), Oracle FCCS, Avalara, FloQast, and Rillion.
• Strong proficiency in SuiteScript 1.0/2.x and NetSuite customization tools.
• Knowledge of integration technologies and APIs (RESTlet, SOAP Web Services).
• Experience with workflow automation and business process mapping.
• Experience with NetSuite modules (e.g., Financials, SCM, CRM).

Experience Preferred

• Understanding of SOX compliance, internal controls, and audit requirements.
• Familiarity with JavaScript, JSON, HTML, and SQL.
• Familiarity with integration platforms (Celigo, Boomi, Mulesoft) and APIs.
• Experience in a multi-entity, global, or fast-scaling environment.
• Experience with ERP implementations, upgrades, or integrations.
• Experience gained from Oracle Partner companies in the Philippines

Work Setup & Schedule

• In-person work required for the first few months
• Hybrid work arrangement may be offered once trust and reliability are established
• Shift schedule: EST (Eastern Standard Time) during the initial phase, Mid-Shift probably on Month 3 onwards
• Shift flexibility may be considered in the future based on performance and team needs