Director, Consumer Expense ManagementWestpac Banking Corporation, Sydney, AustraliaJob Description
• Permanent, Full Time
• Sydney Location
• Flexible work arrangements
How will I help?
This role is part of the Expense Management team in the Finance Division. Working with a group of professionals, this role is accountable for delivering strong expense management, capability uplift, and financial control through the adherence to policies, processes, and standards; provide financial insights and advice to help our business leaders achieve target outcomes; and build and maintain strong relationships with our stakeholders.
The Expense Management team performs activities including month-end close, forecasting, analytics, and investment management and partnering. It also delivers services for Function, LOB, Division, and the Group.
You will support the Head of Expense Management to uplift capability for Groupwide expense management through enhancement of expense management services across the financial management cycle and partner with key stakeholders to empower the group to deliver on cost accountabilities.
Some of your key responsibilities will include: Lead the delivery of timely, accurate, and insightful management reporting to the Group Executives, General Managers, and relevant business partners.Lead the rationalisation and automation of material entries to support earlier close of Function, LOB, and Division results.Uplift transparency and efficiency in cost attribution and allocation processes.Lead the execution of risk management and financial control (including SOx) requirements in line with all financial standards, policies, frameworks, and standards.Lead the standardisation, simplification, and automation of report production processes into DAPA and PAW.Support enhanced monthly cost drivers (unit costs, volume, or agreed services) and linkages to financials.Lead standard analytics and insights for the appropriate financial views for performance management and accountability (BAU, Investments, Scorecards, Attributions, and Allocations).Transition and embed Investment portfolio financial management from current project finance accounting to new portfolio approach. What do I need? 10+ years' experience in financial management and the financial services industry.Professional accounting qualification completed - ACA, CPA, CIMA, or equivalent.Ability to effectively influence, negotiate and manage expectations at a senior management level.Demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining productive relationships.Strong commercial acumen.Solid working knowledge of Westpac core policies and guidelines.High competency in executive-level presentation and reporting.Advanced understanding of all technical finance & accounting competencies.Qualifications in commerce or business-related discipline.Experience supporting large and diverse cost base.Strong understanding of business performance drivers. How do I apply?
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