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Controls Management, Specialist

Yesterday Scottsdale, AZ

The Controls Management Specialist leads in developing, analyzing, and improving existing business processes using process improvement methodology (e.g., Lean, Agile, etc.). Applies functional expertise to improve business and client results. This role is responsible for analyzing, synthesizing, and communicating data and insights to drive meaningful process improvements across the organization. You will partner closely with data, technology, and business stakeholders to strengthen the overall crew and client experience. The position requires strong critical thinking, clear communication, and the ability to influence outcomes in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.

Role responsibilities:

  • Support process improvement initiatives from inception through implementation, including defining scope, gathering requirements, managing timelines, and ensuring delivery of results.
  • Compile and analyze process improvement data and key performance metrics to measure outcomes and sustain improvements.
  • Owns and executes key controls to mitigate risk related to Cost Basis. Works to continuously detect emerging risks and enhance key controls.
  • Serve as liaison with key stakeholders across the Cost Basis value stream, ensuring that operational impacts upon our business are understood.
  • Support development of training materials and change management activities associated with new or enhanced processes and procedures.
  • Manages shared Cost Basis content to ensure that accurate information is readily available to front line crew.
  • Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of three years related work experience with progressive responsibility required.
  • Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of training and experience required.

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.

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Client-provided location(s): Scottsdale, AZ, Malvern, PA
Job ID: Vanguard-177531
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-05-05T20:55:24

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • Pet Insurance
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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