Airwallex is the only unified payments and financial platform for global businesses. Powered by our unique combination of proprietary infrastructure and software, we empower over 200,000 businesses worldwide â including Brex, Rippling, Navan, Qantas, SHEIN and many more â with fully integrated solutions to manage everything from business accounts, payments, spend management and treasury, to embedded finance at a global scale.
Proudly founded in Melbourne, we have a team of over 2,000 of the brightest and most innovative people in tech across 26 offices around the globe. Valued at US$8 billion and backed by world-leading investors including T. Rowe Price, Visa, Mastercard, Robinhood Ventures, Sequoia, Salesforce Ventures, DST Global, and Lone Pine Capital, Airwallex is leading the charge in building the global payments and financial platform of the future. If youâre ready to do the most ambitious work of your career, join us.
We hire successful builders with founder-like energy who want real impact, accelerated learning, and true ownership. You bring strong role-related expertise and sharp thinking, and youâre motivated by our mission and operating principles. You move fast with good judgment, dig deep with curiosity, and make decisions from first principles, balancing speed and rigor.
You're humble and collaborative; turn zeroâtoâone ideas into real products, and you âget stuff doneâ end-to-end. You use AI to work smarter and solve problems faster. Here, youâll tackle complex, highâvisibility problems with exceptional teammates and grow your career as we build the future of global banking. If that sounds like you, letâs build whatâs next.
The FinEng team is dedicated to building and optimizing Airwallex financial systems and processes through innovative technology solutions, ensuring seamless integration and support for our global corporate financial operations. We work closely with Finance, Operations, and Corporate IT across the business to support the systems that run our business.
We are seeking a Finance Systems Technical Program Manager to manage the implementation and optimization of our finance systems. Responsible for prioritizing and project managing all IT finance-related systems projects, this role will be critical in ensuring that our finance systems are robust, efficient, and aligned with business objectives.
This role is based in Singapore, Sydney and Melbourne.
Project Management: Develop and prioritize project plans, establish clear accountability for project tasks, monitor project timelines and adjust plans as necessary to meet evolving requirements
System Implementation and Optimization: Oversee the implementation of new finance systems, enhancements to existing systems, and system integration, ensuring they meet business requirements and improve operational efficiency.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with finance, IT, and other cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define project scope, and ensure alignment with business goals.
Technical Leadership: Provide technical suggestions and expertise in finance systems architecture, integration, and data management.
Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes.
Vendor Management: Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers, ensuring they deliver quality solutions and services.
Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system performance, user experience, and process efficiency.
Reporting and Documentation: Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including status reports, project plans, and post-implementation reviews.
Weâre looking for people who meet the minimum qualifications for this role. The preferred qualifications are great to have, but are not mandatory.
Bachelorâs degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, or a related field.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Proven experience in project management with a focus on finance systems implementation and optimization.
Strong technical knowledge of ERP systems and integration technologies.
Strong understanding of finance and procurement processes and requirements.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot system issues.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
Strong time management skills â able to move fast with limited data and context
Strong understanding of business processes â finance and tax requirements in multiple jurisdictions a bonus
Experience working in a complex international business with China and international exposure
Ability to identify and address challenges proactively
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to debate and discuss outcomes, flagging risks and problems early to varying stakeholders.
Strong ability to manage through influence, building relationships with key people and able to influence decisions to achieve the right outcomes
A Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, CFA) is a plus.
Project management tool experience like JIRA, Trello, Asana, etc.
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Airwallex is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and anyone seeking employment at Airwallex is considered based on merit, qualifications, competence and talent. We donât regard color, religion, race, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, citizenship, sex, marital or family status, disability, gender, or any other legally protected status when making our hiring decisions. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
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