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Staff Product Analyst, Finance Technologies (Source to Pay)

Okta · Chicago, IL · BT People Legal and Finance Technology-155

Posted Sep 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a finance system you configured and optimized. What was the result?

What they are checking: Whether they have hands-on functional experience with procurement or payables systems.

Tell me about a time you pushed back on a customization request.

What they are checking: Whether they protect system health and avoid over-customizing core finance platforms.

What would you do

How would you improve supplier onboarding so it's faster but still meets compliance and security checks?

What they are checking: Whether they can balance speed with vendor risk controls, which a security company cares about.

How would you handle an integration failure between procurement and the ERP that delays supplier payments?

What they are checking: Whether they can troubleshoot across systems and keep stakeholders informed.

How do you turn a vague request from procurement into clear system requirements?

What they are checking: Whether they can translate business needs into configuration that solves the real problem.

How would you use automation or AI in Source to Pay?

What they are checking: Whether they see practical uses like invoice matching while keeping accuracy controls.

About the work

Walk me through the Source to Pay process from requisition to payment, and where it usually slows down.

What they are checking: Whether they understand S2P end to end and can spot the common bottlenecks.

What controls should be in a Source to Pay process for SOX compliance?

What they are checking: Whether they understand approvals, segregation of duties and audit trails.

How would you approach global treasury payments across currencies and banks?

What they are checking: Whether they understand payment processing challenges like formats, timing and fraud controls.

How would you measure whether S2P improvements worked?

What they are checking: Whether they track cycle time, on-time payments and exceptions instead of just completed tickets.

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The full job description

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Secure Every Identity, from AI to Human Identity is the key to unlocking the potential of AI. Okta secures AI by building the trusted, neutral infrastructure that enables organizations to safely embrace this new era. This work requires a relentless drive to solve complex challenges with real-world stakes. We are looking for builders and owners who operate with speed and urgency and execute with excellence. This is an opportunity to do career-defining work. We're all in on this mission. If you are too, let's talk. The Technology, Data, and Intelligence (TDI) Team Message Okta’s Technology, Data and Intelligence (TDI) team delivers the systems, tools, and services that power internal operations across the company. By optimizing our core procurement and financial operations, we ensure seamless integration and efficiency across our financial ecosystem. From strategic sourcing and supplier onboarding to global treasury payments, we partner across functions to drive scale and innovation through technology. The Staff Product Analyst Opportunity Reporting to the Director - Finance Technology, this role will serve as the functional expert optimizing and supporting our end-to-end Source to Pay (S2P) processes. Based in Chicago, IL or Bellevue, WA, you will drive the functional architecture, configuration, and continuous optimization of key financial systems while translating complex business requirements into technical solutions. This is a unique opportunity to lead cross-functional finance technology initiatives and leverage your S2P expertise to build scalable, compliant, and highly integrated enterprise solutions. What you'll be doing • Partner with Finance, Procurement, and Accounting stakeholders to analyze, refine, and translate complex business requirements into technical solutions within Okta's S2P ecosystem. • Drive the functional architecture, configuration, and optimization of key financial systems (Coupa, NetSuite, Navan, Kyriba) while mapping end-to-end data flows and automated banking file transfers. • Lead cross-functional project execution, user acceptance testing (UAT), release management, and post-implementation support for critical finance technology initiatives. • Establish robust system controls, audit trails, and data governance standards for SOX compliance, while designing and building GenAI and MCP integrations with financial systems. What you'll bring to the role • 8+ years of dedicated experience as a Product Analyst focused on solutioning, analysis, and design, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or a related field. • Deep domain knowledge of end-to-end S2P processes (e-procurement, invoice processing, treasury operations) and hands-on functional expertise with core systems like Coupa, NetSuite, Navan, and Kyriba Pay. • A core strength in leading upfront program scoping, translating abstract business challenges into optimal solutions, and strong capabilities in process mapping and executive stakeholder management. • Proficiency in data mapping, API-based integrations, multi-currency accounting logic, and flat-file banking formats (BAI2, ISO 20022), backed by a solid understanding of SOX controls and financial security best practices. Why Join Us • Desirable Technical Skills: Working experience with GenAI and MCP on cloud platforms like AWS, as well as certifications in Coupa, NetSuite, or Treasury (CTP, PMI-PBA, CBAP), are highly preferred and will accelerate your success. • High-Visibility Impact: You will be the functional expert steering the end-to-end transformation of Okta's core procurement and financial operations, directly managing complex system releases and vendor relationships in a high-growth SaaS environment. • Growth and Support: Collaborate closely with a cross-functional network of finance and technology leaders, gaining the opportunity to pioneer new AI integrations and shape the future of our global financial systems architecture. What you can look forward to as an Okta employee! • Amazing Benefits • Making Social Impact • Fostering Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging at Okta  Okta cultivates a dynamic work environment, providing the best tools, technology and benefits to empower our employees to work productively in a setting that best and uniquely suits their needs. Each organization is unique in the degree of flexibility and mobility in which they work so that all employees are enabled to be their most creative and successful versions of themselves, regardless of where they live. Find your place at Okta today! https://www.okta.com/company/careers/ . Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran. We also consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and convictions records, consistent with applicable laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please use this Form to request an accommodation. Okta is committed to complying with applicable data privacy and security laws and regulations. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy at https://www.okta.com/privacy-policy/ .  ir needs. Each organization is unique in the degree of flexibility and mobility in which they work so that all employees are enabled to be their most creative and successful versions of themselves, regardless of where they live. Find your place at Okta today! https://www.okta.com/company/careers/ . Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran. We also consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and convictions records, consistent with applicable laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please use this Form to request an accommodation. Okta is committed to complying with applicable data privacy and security laws and regulations. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy at https://www.okta.com/privacy-policy/ . P6522_3554704 Below is the annual base salary range for candidates located in California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area), Colorado, Illinois, New York and Washington. Your actual base salary will depend on factors such as your skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. In addition, Okta offers equity (where applicable), bonus, and benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), flexible spending account, and paid leave (including PTO and parental leave) in accordance with our applicable plans and policies. To learn more about our Total Rewards program please visit: https://rewards.okta.com/us .    The annual base salary range for this position for candidates located in California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area), Colorado, Illinois, New York, and Washington is between: $132,000 — $181,500 USD The Okta Experience • Supporting Your Well-Being   • Driving Social Impact  • Developing Talent and Fostering Connection + Community We are intentional about connection. Our global community, spanning over 20 offices worldwide, is united by a drive to innovate. Your journey begins with an immersive, in-person onboarding experience designed to accelerate your impact and connect you to our mission and team from day one. Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran. We also consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and convictions records, consistent with applicable laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to complete any part of the job application, interview process, or onboarding please  use this Form to request an accommodation. Notice for New York City Applicants & Employees: Okta may use Automated Employment Decision Tools (AEDT), as defined by New York City Local Law 144, that use artificial intelligence, machine learning, or other automated processes to assist in our recruitment and hiring process. In accordance with NYC Local Law 144, if you are an applicant or employee residing in New York City, please  click here to view our full NYC AEDT Notice.

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