Are you a systems-savvy finance professional who thrives at the intersection of finance, data, and technology? A leading financial services organisation is looking for a Finance Systems Lead to champion the integrity, optimisation, and innovation of their finance systems landscape.

This role is central to delivering accurate financial insights and improving system-driven processes that power key business decisions.

Why Join?

• High-impact role in a well-established financial services organisation.
• Own the finance systems roadmap - from optimisation and performance monitoring to upgrades and implementations.
• Be the go-to technical specialist for IBM Planning Analytics (TM1) and related tools.
• Work in a collaborative, future-focused team that values innovation and automation.
• Play a key role in finance transformation and reporting enhancement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and administer key finance systems, ensuring optimal performance, security, and accuracy.
• Conduct monthly system audits and oversee resolution of technical issues in partnership with IT.
• Coordinate and test software patches, upgrades, and disaster recovery plans.
• Lead system implementation and integration projects for the Data, Analysis & Reporting team.
• Ensure data integrity across systems and support data governance initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for automation and lead process improvements across financial operations.
• Provide user support and training to finance stakeholders, including the development of manuals and knowledge resources.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to map, document, and streamline financial workflows.
• Monitor risks, maintain compliance with internal controls, and support audit readiness.
• Manage end-to-end finance systems projects including planning, stakeholder engagement, and delivery.
• Stay informed on emerging financial systems and recommend technologies to enhance reporting and planning processes.

About You:

• Proven experience in finance systems administration and implementation, ideally in the financial services industry.
• Hands-on experience with IBM Planning Analytics (TM1) or similar financial planning/reporting platforms.
• Solid understanding of financial processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting.
• Strong data modelling and data management skills are highly desirable.
• Experience mapping financial processes and documenting system integrations.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and SaaS-based financial tools.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with Finance, IT, and Compliance teams.
• Effective communication skills and a user-focused approach to training and support.
• Project management capability with exposure to financial system upgrade or transformation projects.

This is a unique opportunity to influence the future of finance systems within a leading financial services organisation. If you're passionate about improving processes, enabling better reporting, and delivering meaningful change through technology, I'd love to hear from you!

To Note:

• Only Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents will be considered at this time.
• Candidates with Financial Services experience will be highly favoured.
• They operate a hybrid model of 3 days in the office, 2 days from home.

If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply to the role directly. Alternatively, you can send your CV over to [email protected]

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.