Finance Systems Engineer

Summary

Join Canva's Finance & Legal Systems team as a Finance Systems Engineer of Anaplan and help redefine how the world experiences design. Based in Sydney, you will support the development, enhancement, and maintenance of financial models using Anaplan. Collaborate with senior engineers and Finance stakeholders to translate business needs into effective Anaplan solutions. This role requires 3+ years of Anaplan model building experience, Anaplan Level 3 Model Builder certification, and a solid understanding of FP&A processes. You will also gain hands-on experience in data integration, user access management, and model documentation. This is a high-impact, fast-paced environment offering opportunities for professional growth.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in Anaplan model building or supporting financial systems, ideally with hands-on involvement in enhancements, maintenance, and stakeholder collaboration
• Anaplan Level 3 Model Builder certification, with a commitment to further upskilling
• Solid understanding of FP&A processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, with the ability to translate business needs into clear technical solutions
• Familiarity with data integrations, and exposure to systems such as ERPs, data warehouses, or BI tools
• Strong communication skills, with the confidence to engage in technical discussions and contribute to collaborative problem-solving
• A thoughtful and detail-oriented approach to documentation, testing, and system reliability

Responsibilities

• Support the design, maintenance, and enhancement of Anaplan models to enable accurate and scalable financial planning
• Collaborate with senior engineers and FP&A teams to understand business requirements and translate them into model updates
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving model issues, ensuring data accuracy and model performance
• Help manage data integration workflows, working with stakeholders to support reliable connections between Anaplan and other systems (e.g. ERP, data warehouse, BI tools)
• Participate in user access management and help implement security best practices in line with IT policies
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of model documentation, including model diagrams and design notes
• Learn and apply best practices in Anaplan governance, performance optimisation, and model scalability
• Partner with IT and Finance teams to support ongoing projects, feature rollouts, and improvements aligned with team goals

Benefits

• Equity packages - we want our success to be yours too
• Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
• An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your wellbeing, social connection, office setup & more
• Flexible leave options that empower you to be a force for good, take time to recharge and supports you personally