Applications & Data Manager

5 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Hudson Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

**Role Title: Applications & Data Manager

Location: Melbourne CBD 

Employment Type: Full-Time 

Contract/Permanent: Permanent role 

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, Hybrid 3 days in office 2 days wfh (flexible) 

Salary: Market Competitive Annual Salary 

Start Date: Immediate 

Role Overview 

The Applications & Data Manager is a hands-on technical leadership role responsible for overseeing software and data-driven solutions across the firm. You'll lead a small team of developers and analysts, manage enterprise applications (particularly Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Power Platform), and drive data optimisation through Power BI and Microsoft Fabric. The position sits at the intersection of business systems, data architecture, and digital transformation. 

Key Responsibilities** 

  • Lead & mentor a small technical team, managing priorities and delivery timelines.

  • Oversee development, enhancement, and support of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance, Power Platform, SharePoint, and other business systems.

  • Drive data platform design, visualisation, and governance — surfacing insights through Power BI and SQL-based solutions.

  • Collaborate with the CIO and business stakeholders to define strategy, implement improvements, and deliver key IT projects.

  • Champion AI and automation initiatives, leveraging technologies like Copilot Studio, Azure AI Foundry, and RPA.

  • Promote best practices in DevOps, software development, and data management.

Tech Environment 

  • Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance (and legacy AX)

  • Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI)

  • SharePoint Online

  • Azure DevOps

  • SQL, Microsoft Fabric

  • Other enterprise systems (HRIS, CRM, accounting/tax platforms)

Ideal Candidate Profile 

  • Degree in Computing / IT (Microsoft certifications desirable).

  • 2+ years in a technical leadership or managerial capacity.

  • Strong knowledge of Dynamics 365 Finance / AX (functional configuration, system integration).

  • Proven experience with the Power Platform and Power BI development.

  • Deep understanding of data architecture, integration, and governance frameworks.

  • Exposure to AI, automation, and RPA technologies a plus.

  • Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and mentoring skills.

  • Hands-on, proactive, and solutions-driven mindset.

  • Background in accounting or professional services environment desirable.

Selling Points 

  • Opportunity to lead digital transformation within a reputable mid-tier accounting firm.

  • Mix of strategic leadership and hands-on delivery.

  • Broad exposure to Microsoft ecosystem and AI innovation.

  • Collaborative, professional environment focused on continuous learning and improvement.

  • Direct influence on data strategy and enterprise applications roadmap.

Your interest will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Hudson

Hudson is committed to helping you find a workplace where you feel respected, supported, and free to thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences—because when different voices come together, amazing things happen. Casual Loading *Please note for all Australian* based contract and temporary roles only, the pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading. This excludes permanent and fixed term roles.

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