Finance Transformation Lead

6 days ago

Auckland CBD, New Zealand Robert Walters Full time

Are you passionate about leading transformative change and innovation in finance operations? Do you thrive on delivering impactful initiatives, fostering collaboration, and championing operational excellence? We're seeking a dynamic Finance Transformation Lead to drive strategic finance transformation projects in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

About the Role

As the Finance Transformation Lead, you will play a key role in executing functional and cross-functional finance transformation initiatives aligned with our strategic roadmap. You'll be instrumental in embedding a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging technology, and driving operational excellence across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the execution of finance transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.
  • Champion continuous improvement by embedding system-first solutions and operational excellence.
  • Maintain a centralised view of the finance transformation roadmap, tracking dependencies to inform sequencing and timing.
  • Strengthen risk and issue management by identifying common themes across initiatives and system releases.
  • Foster strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure collaboration and shared ownership of outcomes.
  • Mentor and guide functional subject matter experts (SMEs) for cohesive programme delivery.
  • Develop and maintain SOPs while operationalising processes for consistency.
  • Identify emerging technologies to shape scalable processes and skills for the future.
  • Build readiness across teams for system adoption, ensuring capability uplift.
  • Collaborate with senior stakeholders to track progress and surface strategic insights.
  • Refine transformation approaches based on feedback and evolving business needs.

To succeed in this role, you'll bring:

  • Proven experience leading finance transformation projects from conception to completion.
  • Hands-on experience with ERP system implementation.Oracle Fusion preferred, but experience with substitutes like SAP or similar systems is highly valued.
  • Strong project management skills with a focus on benefits tracking and realisation.
  • Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement abilities at senior levels.
  • Deep knowledge of finance systems within international business environments.
  • Professional accounting qualifications (CA, CPA or equivalent) are highly desirable, although candidates that have strong background without the qualifications may still be considered.
  • Strategic thinking paired with analytical problem-solving capabilities.

Why Join Us?

This is your opportunity to lead meaningful change in a global organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and growth. You'll work alongside talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference while enjoying opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Ready to Apply?

If you're excited about leading transformative change in finance operations, we'd love to hear from you Reach out to or apply now.

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