About this role
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.