Head of Corporate Finance Systems

Vanguard; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard is looking for a senior technology leader as Head of Corporate Finance Systems in Malvern, PA. This role involves shaping the future of Corporate Finance by owning and evolving platforms for FP&A, Accounting, Tax, and Treasury. You will modernize finance processes, integrate AI, and lead a team dedicated to responsible innovation.

The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering and over 10 years of experience in leadership roles. Strong expertise in Corporate Finance and excellent communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in senior engineering, product, or technology leadership roles.
• Proven record leading teams that deliver complex, mission-critical platforms.
• Deep expertise across Corporate Finance domains with credibility to challenge stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Set strategy for Corporate Finance systems, maximizing Oracle and AWS capabilities.
• Lead data, analytics, and AI enablement for Corporate Finance.
• Own the end-to-end Corporate Finance application portfolio.

Skills

Leadership

Data analytics

Technology strategy

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Oracle Cloud

AWS

Job description

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.

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.