Product and Engineering Leader, SVP - Corporate and Finance Operations Technology

Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems. Our $1 trillion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused on private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.
 

Blackstone Technology Innovations Profile:

Blackstone Technology and Innovations (BXTI) is the technology team at the core of each of Blackstone’s businesses and new growth initiatives. Serving both internal and external clients, we work to build the next generation of systems that manage risk, create efficiency, and improve transparency within the firm and across our broad community of investors and portfolio companies.

BXTI is nimble and entrepreneurial – our open, iterative design processes and rapid pace of development mean that everyone on the team has the opportunity to make an impact from day one. We are problem solvers who can take projects from idea to implementation. We believe in active mentoring and developing excellence. We collaborate to find the best answers for our customers and for Blackstone. We are critical to the firm maintaining its competitive edge.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic technology leader to join Corporate and Finance Operations Technology. In this role, you will be responsible for leading both the product and engineering teams supporting these areas of the firm. Familiarity with accounting and finance technology systems is a must, and knowledge of these systems within an investment firm is highly valuable. The products being used include Oracle ERP Cloud, Wallstreet Suite, Appian, Coupa, Concur, and more.

Responsibilities:

1. Leadership and Strategy:

• Provide strategic direction and vision for the technology organization, aligning it with the overall business objectives.

• Lead and manage a team of product managers and engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

• Develop and execute a technology roadmap that supports the needs of the corporate finance and finance operations teams.

• Directly interface with senior stakeholders in the business including partners and managing directors. 

• Manage a transparent and constructive dialog which allows them to be aware of resource allocation, roadmaps and prioritization

2. Corporate Finance Technology:

• Oversee the product and engineering teams responsible for corporate finance systems, including Oracle ERP Cloud and other related applications.

• Collaborate with finance stakeholders to understand their technology needs and translate them into actionable plans and solutions.

• Ensure the smooth operation, maintenance, and enhancement of corporate finance systems, optimizing processes and workflows.

3. Finance Operations Technology:

• Lead the product and engineering teams responsible for finance operations systems, including Wallstreet Suite, Appian, Coupa, Concur, and other relevant platforms.

• Work closely with treasury, tax, and finance process workflow teams to identify technology requirements and drive system improvements.

• Streamline and automate finance operations processes, leveraging technology to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.

4. Technology Expertise:

• Possess a deep understanding of accounting and finance technology systems, with a focus on investment firms.

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in accounting and finance systems.

• Provide guidance and expertise to the product and engineering teams, ensuring the selection and implementation of appropriate technologies.

5. Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: