Finance Process Improvement Lead - 12 Month FTC Initially!

Job title : Finance Process Improvement Lead - 12 Month FTC Initially!
Location : Sydney
Job type : Contract or Temp
Salary : Circa $175,000 package
Contact name : Jamie Burgess
Contact email : jburgess@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : JB8230
About the Role 
An exciting newly-created, business-critical role with a industry-leading organisation currently exists in order to fill a key role in their Finance team. This is a high‑impact Finance role that will contribute directly to the company’s strong performance. 

Taking a hands-on approach; you will play a key project management and financial analysis role in supporting the integration of a newly-acquired entity; including systems, processes and Finance teams. Initially, this role will commence as a 12 month fixed-term contract role however has the genuine view-to-permanent given the positive growth trajectory of the business and the upcoming pipeline of projects. This organisation has a flexible hybrid approach to working with 3 days required in the office per week (Tuesday-Thursday).

The Responsibilities
Reporting into the Group Financial Controller, your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to);
  • Drive the integration of a newly acquired entity; including financial analysis and project support to embed them seamlessly into the Group's existing processes and reporting framework
  • Support the development of integration roadmaps; establishing timelines and tracking milestones to smoothly transition newly acquired entities into this organisations' financial ecosystem
  • Evaluate the finance processes, internal controls, and ERP systems of acquired businesses; supporting the design and execution of plans to align them with the Group's existing policies and reporting standards
  • Serve as the primary bridge/conduit between the Group Finance team and the newly acquired Finance staff; managing change effectively and fostering collaboration to ensure a smooth transition and high-user adoption of new processes and technologies
  • Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams; including IT, Finance and other business units; to ensure successful project outcomes
  • Finance business partner with IT to ensure the effective operation and ongoing maintenance of the Group Finance system as it relates to the newly acquired entity; ensuring new systems are properly integrated and data integrity is maintained
  • Drive continuous process improvement initiatives
  • Assist in ad-hoc projects as directed by the wider Finance team
The Successful Applicant will have  
Ideally, you will be a CA/CPA qualified accounting professional and will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills as your ability to interact and engage cross-functionally within the business will be crucial to your success. Additionally, you will have proven experience in the successful execution of Finance Transformation / Finance Projects and enjoy being "hands-on" with the work. 

About the Client   
Our client is an iconic organisation in the industry; they are a market leader in their sector.

How to Apply
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Jamie Burgess directly on jburgess@sharpandcarter.com.au or on 0439 014 028, quoting Ref No. JB2296.