The Opportunity
Vanguard is seeking a senior technology leader to shape the future of Corporate Finance. As Head of Corporate Finance Systems, you will own and evolve the platforms supporting FP&A, Accounting, Tax, Treasury, and enterprise strategic services—partnering directly with the most senior Finance executives to modernize how finance operates at scale.
This is a highly visible role at the center of a multi‑year transformation, re‑imagining finance processes, advancing automation and analytics, implementing AI solutions, and delivering resilient, cloud‑based platforms that support one of the world’s largest asset managers.
Key Responsibilities
Set and deliver a forward‑looking strategy for Corporate Finance systems, maximizing Oracle / Oracle Cloud and AWS capabilities.
Lead data, analytics, and AI enablement for Corporate Finance, embedding emerging technologies into core processes in a controlled, value‑driven way.
Own the end‑to‑end Corporate Finance application portfolio, including design, build, integration, vendor solutions, and lifecycle management.
Partner with Finance leaders to translate complex business requirements into clear technology outcomes, including disciplined buy‑vs‑build decisions.
Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, security, and risk standards; own issue resolution, root‑cause remediation, and system resilience.
Lead, develop, and scale the GIFS Corporate Finance team, fostering a culture of accountable delivery and responsible innovation.
Own budget management, prioritization, and multi‑year strategic planning for Corporate Finance technology.
Represent GIFS and Finance technology priorities in executive forums, steering committees, and enterprise governance bodies.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
10+ years of experience in senior engineering, product, or technology leadership roles.
Proven record leading teams that deliver and operate complex, mission‑critical platforms for Corporate Finance.
Deep expertise across Corporate Finance domains (FP&A, Accounting, Tax, Treasury) with the credibility to challenge senior stakeholders and drive better outcomes.
Strong ability to manage and influence across senior business, product, and technology leaders.
Financial services experience preferred but not required.
Exceptional relationship‑building and communication skills, with a consistent focus on measurable results.
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in senior engineering, product, or technology leadership roles
- Proven record leading teams delivering complex, mission-critical platforms for Corporate Finance
- Deep expertise in Corporate Finance domains (FP&A, Accounting, Tax, Treasury)
- Strong ability to manage and influence across senior business and technology leaders
- Financial services experience preferred but not required
- Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills
Vanguard Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vanguard and has not been reviewed or approved by Vanguard.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support appears unusually strong through a 401(k) design that includes a match plus an additional employer contribution, which can materially lift long-term total rewards. HSA seeding and an enhanced employer match further strengthen the savings-and-benefits value of the package.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle support is reinforced by a sizable annual FlexFund stipend that can be applied across many day-to-day categories such as fitness, childcare, and other personal expenses. On-site or virtual clinics and fitness options add practical health and wellness convenience.
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Affordable Benefits — Healthcare and related benefits are positioned as comparatively affordable via heavily subsidized medical plans and broad coverage options. This affordability can offset moderate base pay for employees who place higher value on out-of-pocket cost reductions.
Vanguard Insights
What We Do
We are a community of 30 million who think – and feel – differently about investing. Together, we’re changing the way the world invests. Since our founding in 1975, helping our investors achieve their goals is our sole reason for existence. With no other parties to answer to and therefore no conflicting loyalties, we make every decision—like keeping investing costs as low as possible—with only your needs in mind. Vanguard is one of the world's largest investment companies, offering a large selection of high-quality low-cost mutual funds, ETFs, advice, and related services. Individual and institutional investors, financial professionals, and plan sponsors can benefit from the size, stability, and experience Vanguard offers. As of April 30, 2019, we managed more than $5.6 trillion in global assets. In addition, we have 189 funds in the United States and 225 funds in global markets. For Commenting Guidelines & Important information, visit here: http://vanguard.com/linkedin Vanguard Marketing Corporation, Distributor.
