General Manager, Finance Systems and Data

What's the role?

Reporting to the Finance Director of Planning and Analysis, the General Manager, Finance Systems and Data is responsible for assisting the News Australia finance team modernise, enhance and streamline its operations while delivering on it's day to day responsibilities.

Your diverse set of skills in BI, automation tools, data governance and analytics, finance system understanding/support and AI will be a vital conduit in connecting the vision and roadmap for Finance to the technology of the broader business and global mandates.

Supported by a strong team, you must have a proven track record in leadership and collaboration, managing stakeholders at all levels and delivering to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the availability, reliability, security and robustness of finance systems, data and tools, necessary to execute on day to day requirements for the business, head office and essential compliance.
• Supporting the finance team in its development and enhancement of:
• Data Analytics, leveraging data analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, Looker, IBM Planning Analytics & Alteryx) to create insightful dashboards, automate reporting processes, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.-
• Management Reporting, develop and maintain comprehensive management financial dashboards, data and analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Automation & AI, identify opportunities to automate repetitive tasks and streamline financial processes, increasing efficiency and accuracy using RPA and AI tools.
• Project delivery in key areas supporting the finance roadmap. Including tm1 cube redesign, ERP system (JDE), reporting automation and other automation initiatives.
• Able to provide contribute to the vision for finance through the lens of technology, data and automation.
• Establishing and enforcing robust data governance standards, ensuring data quality, integrity, and privacy are meticulously embedded across relevant systems and processes.
• Lead the development, engagement and progression of all team members - ~10 FTE
• Building collaborative partnerships with key stakeholders, both within finance and across the business.

Who are you?

• 10+ years of experience in Management financial reporting, analytics, or a similar role.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related BI field. Finance qualification and/or experience will be advantageous.
• Prior experience with planning tools such as TM1 and ERP systems such as JDE or similar.
• Data & insights Leadership: The role requires a strong understanding of business and the ability to tailor effective solutions to meet their requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to work with external partners and service providers (both new and existing) to maximise value.
• Experience in driving transformation initiatives, involving multiple business functions.
• A collaborative mindset to build partnerships with others to meet shared objectives.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and project-management skills.
• High impact self-starting individual, resourceful and solution-driven.
• Strong Leadership and mentoring skills, ensuring high-quality work and professional development.
• Live the values of make a difference, be principled, push the boundaries, get it done and work as a team.

News Benefits

News Benefits is our way of saying thank you to our people for their valued contribution to News, our audiences, clients and communities. Thanking them for the great things they do daily, for the greater good of Australia. Our benefits include:

• Exclusively ours - Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family
• Health & wellbeing - Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices)
• Time off - News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life: Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave.
• Helping you grow - Development opportunities (including diversity and inclusion - focused education series) and recognition
• Financial wellbeing - Support on making the most of your money
• Perks & discounts - Exclusive offers across a range of products and services
• Giving back - Make a difference to our communities.
• Workplace Inclusion and facilities – Engage with your passions through various employee-resource groups and accessibility to multi-faith quiet rooms & parents' rooms

Who are we?

We are proud to be Australia's most impactful media group, we're even prouder of what we stand for. Together, we inform, advocate and inspire all Australians, for a better Australia.

With over 150 brands across news, sport and lifestyle, News Corp Australia is trusted by over 18 million Australians a month to provide the information and inspiration they seek.

Renowned for world-class journalism and marketing services nationally and internationally, we offer a fast-paced environment that encourages individuals to take control of their future and challenge themselves in ever-changing fields.

What's next?

Apply now or for more information on careers at News Corp Australia visit

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We know that diversity strengthens our teams and newsrooms as we seek to tell stories that represent the diverse communities of Australia that we serve. Our people make us unique and we all have a story. We encourage people of all ages, backgrounds, races, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, abilities and gender identities to apply. Inclusion is important to us and we want everyone at News to bring their whole-selves to work. If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, or would like to outline which pronouns you prefer, please feel free to let us know.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please feel free to let us know. For more information regarding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NewsCorp Australia please visit under the DEI section.