Finance Systems Manager

The Finance Systems Manager is responsible for the management of the Downer Financial Systems and related policies and processes, to ensure that Downer operates efficiently, effectively and in complianceAt Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.The Finance Systems Manager is responsible for the management of the Downer Financial Systems and related policies and processes, to ensure that Downer operates efficiently, effectively and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.The Finance Systems Manager purpose is to ensure strategies, processes and resources are in place to safeguard the integrity, availability, accuracy and security of data optimising workflows and support business decision making.The role will collaborate regularly with senior leaders across operational and functional areas as well as with external audit partners.Responsibilities:Providing leadership for the finance systems function, including accounting, reporting, ERP, and data management systems.Collaborating across Downer business units and corporate functions to identify, prioritise, and implement ERP improvements.Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the finance systems team, ensuring the efficient functioning of financial systems.Driving the implementation of best practice in processes surrounding financial systems to increase automation and improve control framework.Identifying and mitigating risks associated with finance systems, data security, and compliance.Manage system upgrades, patches, and troubleshooting to resolve technical issues with relevant functional stakeholders (eg. IT/ Finance etc)Develop and implement data management strategies and policies to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and security to ensure appropriate and relevant governance structures, policies and procedures are in place:correct functioning of implemented Downer Financial Systems such as SAP, JDEGS, JDE 9.1 (NZ), JDE 9.0 (NZ), KOFAX and Concur.to ensure compliance with data protection regulations and internal policiesEnsure required data in Downer Financial Systems is accurately captured and available to support required reportingDevelopment and management of consistent processes related to ERP setup. Including but not limited to project definition (chart of accounts, project categorisation, billing definition & WIP rules), budget/forecast loads, resource setup (including standard costing requirements for labour and plant) and supplier on-boarding to ERP (including supplier pre-qualifications, supplier price catalogues and subcontractor agreements/SORs). The Finance Systems Manager is responsible for the management of the Downer Financial Systems and related policies and processes, to ensure that Downer operates efficiently, effectively and in complianceAt Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.The Finance Systems Manager is responsible for the management of the Downer Financial Systems and related policies and processes, to ensure that Downer operates efficiently, effectively and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.The Finance Systems Manager purpose is to ensure strategies, processes and resources are in place to safeguard the integrity, availability, accuracy and security of data optimising workflows and support business decision making.The role will collaborate regularly with senior leaders across operational and functional areas as well as with external audit partners.Responsibilities:Providing leadership for the finance systems function, including accounting, reporting, ERP, and data management systems.Collaborating across Downer business units and corporate functions to identify, prioritise, and implement ERP improvements.Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the finance systems team, ensuring the efficient functioning of financial systems.Driving the implementation of best practice in processes surrounding financial systems to increase automation and improve control framework.Identifying and mitigating risks associated with finance systems, data security, and compliance.Manage system upgrades, patches, and troubleshooting to resolve technical issues with relevant functional stakeholders (eg. IT/ Finance etc)Develop and implement data management strategies and policies to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and security to ensure appropriate and relevant governance structures, policies and procedures are in place:correct functioning of implemented Downer Financial Systems such as SAP, JDEGS, JDE 9.1 (NZ), JDE 9.0 (NZ), KOFAX and Concur.to ensure compliance with data protection regulations and internal policiesEnsure required data in Downer Financial Systems is accurately captured and available to support required reportingDevelopment and management of consistent processes related to ERP setup. Including but not limited to project definition (chart of accounts, project categorisation, billing definition & WIP rules), budget/forecast loads, resource setup (including standard costing requirements for labour and plant) and supplier on-boarding to ERP (including supplier pre-qualifications, supplier price catalogues and subcontractor agreements/SORs).About You:Degree in Accounting, Finance, IT or Data Related Discipline.Completion or working torwards CPA/CA (desirable).5 years+ experience in data and/or systems management, system administration, or related field, with at least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role.Demonstrated experience in leading the implementation of a data governance framework, including policy and process development, within a large, complex organisation.Strong knowledge of data management principles, data governance, privacy, and data security, including knowledge of potential risks and the regulatory landscape.Experience in management or financial accounting, including group consolidations.Experience engaging with and influencing stakeholders, to drive successful change management.Experience in management of financial systems and related processes.Team management and developmentStrong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build relationships and manage stakeholders at all levels of the Downer Group.At Downer, our approach to diversity is what sets us apart. Our people can be their best by bringing their most authentic selves to work every day. Downer is made up of more than 30,000 people who are all different. Different preferences and perspectives. Different histories and heritages. We are different in the way we think, the actions we take and the unique value we contribute to Downer and it's these differences that are Downer's greatest strength. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone - bring your difference. Be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad . Sign in to start saving jobs in your profile.Don't have a Jora account? Register with:
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