Job Description
General Summary
Vertex is seeking a Director of Oracle ERP Delivery to lead the strategy, optimization, and governance of the Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) platform that supports global finance operations. This role serves as a strategic partner to Accounting, and other business stakeholders using the platform to ensure Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) and related financial systems are scalable, compliant, efficient, and aligned with business objectives.
The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in Oracle EBS Financials, strong accounting and controllership knowledge, and a proven ability to lead system transformation, process improvement, and cross-functional initiatives in a regulated environment. This leader will help drive operational excellence, strengthen financial controls, and advance EBS technology capabilities across the organization as Vertex gears up for new launches of best-in-class medicines to deliver transformative benefits to patients.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Lead the accounting technology strategy, roadmap, and governance for Oracle EBS and related finance systems.
Partner with Accounting, Finance, and IT to define and deliver system enhancements, upgrades, integrations, and support models.
Oversee the design, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of Oracle EBS financial modules.
Drive process improvements and automation across accounting operations, including close, reconciliations, reporting, and transaction processing.
Ensure financial systems support accurate, timely, and compliant accounting operations and reporting requirements.
Maintain strong internal control environments by partnering with Controllership, Compliance, and Internal Audit on SOX and audit-related requirements.
Lead business requirements gathering, solution design reviews, testing strategy, and user acceptance testing for system changes.
Evaluate and improve upstream and downstream system integrations affecting accounting data and financial reporting.
Establish and monitor performance metrics for system effectiveness, data quality, and process efficiency.
Manage finance technology initiatives, including cross-functional projects, third-party vendors, and implementation partners.
Lead, mentor, and develop team members supporting accounting systems and finance technology operations.
Support change management, communication, training, and adoption efforts for new or enhanced financial systems.
Collaborate closely with the platform team to ensure alignment with operations; incl. patching, releases, dependencies with non-financial modules, etc.
Partner with cross-functional teams to understand the full portfolio of projects on the platform.
Knowledge and Skills
Deep knowledge of Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) Financials and its application within a complex accounting environment.
Strong understanding of core accounting processes, including:
Order to Cash, Record to Report and Procure to Pay
General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets and Cash Management
Financial close and reporting
Strong knowledge of internal controls, SOX compliance, audit support, and financial systems governance.
Experience translating accounting and business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
Understanding of ERP integrations, data flows, reconciliation processes, and financial data integrity controls.
Experience with process optimization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Strong project leadership, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with finance leaders, technical teams, auditors, and external partners.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, highly regulated, and evolving business environment.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Information Systems, or a related field required; advanced degree preferred.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in financial systems leadership, including experience in a biotech or regulated industry.
Strong background supporting accounting operations, controllership, and financial reporting processes through technology.
Experience working with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders in a complex organization.
Experience leading teams and managing vendors or implementation partners is preferred.
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Pay Range:
$198,000 - $297,000Disclosure Statement:
The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.
Flex Designation:
Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site EligibleFlex Eligibility Status:
In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:
1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.
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Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected]
Skills Required
- Deep knowledge of Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) Financials
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in financial systems leadership
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Information Systems, or related field
- Strong understanding of core accounting processes (Order to Cash, Record to Report, Procure to Pay, GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Cash Management)
- Strong knowledge of internal controls, SOX compliance, and audit support
- Experience translating accounting and business requirements into scalable technical solutions
- Experience with ERP integrations, data flows, reconciliation processes, and data integrity controls
- Experience with process optimization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Strong project leadership, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Experience leading teams and managing vendors or implementation partners
- Advanced degree (e.g., Master's) in relevant field
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vertex Pharmaceuticals and has not been reviewed or approved by Vertex Pharmaceuticals.
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Parental & Family Support — Policies provide 12 weeks of 100% paid bonding leave for all U.S. parents with additional fully paid time for birth parents. Family-forming supports include adoption and surrogacy assistance, fertility options like IVF and egg cryopreservation, breast‑milk shipping, subsidized childcare, backup care, and a DCFSA match.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes roughly four weeks of vacation, 13 holidays, sick time, and two companywide shutdowns (summer and year‑end). Some roles also include flexible or unlimited time off and paid volunteer time.
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Retirement Support — Programs include a 401(k) plan with employer contributions and an employee stock purchase plan. Filings describe employer contributions occurring in company stock, supporting long‑term ownership.
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Insights
What We Do
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious and life-threatening diseases. We discovered and developed the first medicines to treat the underlying cause of cystic fibrosis (CF), a rare, life-threatening genetic disease. In addition to clinical development programs in CF, Vertex has more than a dozen ongoing research programs focused on the underlying mechanisms of other serious diseases. Founded in 1989 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, our corporate headquarters is now located in Boston’s Innovation District, and our international headquarters is in London, United Kingdom. We currently employ approximately 3,500 people in the United States, Europe, Canada, Australia and Latin America with nearly two-thirds of our staff dedicated to research and development. Vertex is consistently recognized as one of the industry’s top places to work by Science Magazine, The Boston Globe, Boston Business Journal and the San Diego Business Journal. Our research and medicines have also received esteemed recognitions, including the Robert J. Beall Therapeutics Development Award, the French Prix Galien and the British Pharmacological Society awards.
