BlackLine Administrator

Title: BlackLine Administrator

Experience Level : 10.3 Years, Blackline exp - 6+ Years

Work Timings - 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm IST

Work location- Bangalore (Remote)

Summary of Work Scope

The BlackLine Administrator is responsible for the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of the BlackLine financial close automation platform. This role ensures the platform supports the organization’s accounting and finance operations effectively, enabling timely and accurate financial reporting. The administrator will serve as the primary liaison between finance, IT, and BlackLine support, ensuring system integrity, user support, and continuous improvement.

Job Responsibilities

· Administer and maintain the BlackLine platform, including user provisioning, role management, and security controls.

· Configure and manage modules such as Account Reconciliations, Task Management, Journal Entries, and Transaction Matching.

· Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, and IT teams to gather requirements and implement system enhancements.

· Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with BlackLine support for resolution.

· Lead system upgrades, patching, and testing activities to ensure platform stability and functionality.

· Develop and maintain custom reports, dashboards, and KPIs to support financial close and audit readiness.

· Provide training, documentation, and ongoing support to end-users and stakeholders.

· Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and audit standards.

· Manage data imports, exports, and integrations with ERP systems and other financial tools.

· Participate in or lead cross-functional projects involving financial systems, automation, and process optimization.

· Conduct regular system health checks and data integrity reviews.

· Evaluate new BlackLine features and modules, and lead implementation of relevant enhancements.

· Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for BlackLine within the organization.

· Support internal and external audit requests related to BlackLine processes and data.

· Maintain a change management process for system updates and configuration changes.

Required Skills and Experience

· Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field.

· 5+ years of experience with BlackLine administration or similar financial close platforms.

· Strong understanding of financial close processes and accounting principles.

· Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).

· Proficiency in system configuration, user management, and workflow automation.

· Familiarity with data integration tools and techniques (e.g., APIs, SFTP, ETL).

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

Preferred Technical Skills and Experience

· BlackLine certification or formal training.

· Experience with scripting or automation tools (e.g., SQL, Python, PowerShell).

· Familiarity with middleware platforms (e.g., Dell Boomi, MuleSoft, Informatica).

· Understanding of SOX compliance and audit requirements.

· Experience with Single Sign-On (SSO) and identity management systems.

· Knowledge of financial reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).

· Project management experience in system implementations or upgrades.

Bharti Diwakar

Technical Recruiter

Enterprise Solutions

World Leader in IT and Engineering Workforce Solutions

(An Adecco Group Company)

O: 8826395781

E: Bharti.Diwakar@akkodisgroup.com