Manager, Finance Systems- University Sector

1 month ago


Melbourne, Australia Michael Page Full time
About Our Client

A local leading University located in Melbourne. An instantly recognisable business which is well known across the industry.

Job Description

The Manager, Finance Systems and Innovation will lead on-

  • Lead the design and configuration of TechnologyOne modules which includes Financials, Supply Chain, Enterprise Budgeting and Reporting, including managing external vendor relationships.
  • Ensure that all existing finance and reporting processes and workflows are simplified and standardised by developing customised reports that meet the analytical needs of key stakeholders which facilitates data-driven decision-making.
  • Recommend and implement innovative solutions to enhance financial processes that align with the finance strategy, technology road map and University stakeholder needs.
  • Lead the implementation and ongoing optimisation of the procure to pay process to automate invoice processing, streamline approvals and improve payment controls and compliance.
  • Responsible for successful delivery of Finance & University IT projects, initiatives and integrations to ensure that Finance maintains a best practice approach to the management of information.
  • Support and drive the development of policy, procedures and training, along with demonstrated initiative to deliver continuous improvement.
  • Lead, develop and supervise a team of professionals to lead and manage the financial functions and integration services.
  • Perform other duties as requested by the Director Finance Systems and Services, including deputising during periods of leave.
  • Identify, assess, prioritise and control risks to the health and safety of staff, students, visitors and contractors to the environment arising from the operation of the area under their responsibility, and ensure that a safe system of work is developed and followed through appropriate training, supervision and monitoring in line with the annual OH&S Plan
The Successful Applicant

The Manager, Finance Systems and Innovation will meet the below criteria-

  • Extensive experience in complex financial systems including managing TechnologyOne and other Enterprise Resourcing Planning (ERP) systems implementation, design, governance, administration and change management practices.
  • Extensive skills and experience in undertaking complex business analysis and review, leading to the recommendation and development of improved business processes and practices that drive continuous improvement.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing and leading a high-performing team to deliver financial functions and integration services and ensure the ongoing capability and responsiveness of the team in a service oriented and rapidly changing environment.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing strategic relationships and the ability to act independently and negotiate deliverables and timelines.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing competing demands including management of operations, the development of policy, procedures and training.


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