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**Finance Functional Transformation Consultant** *Shape the future of finance at EY, a global powerhouse of diverse teams. We're seeking a senior finance professional with extensive process optimization and transformation experience to join our advisory team.* You'll guide CFOs through major transformation programs, driving strategic projects like data-driven decision-making, emerging technology implementation (GenAI, machine learning), and sustainability initiatives. *Key responsibilities:* - Assess and improve private/public sector Finance functions - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver improvements - Develop subject matter expertise in Finance transformation and digital enablers *Essential skills:* - Proven track record in (Digital) Finance process optimization - Finance operating model transformation experience - Proficiency in SAP Analytics Cloud and ERP/Technology programs - Ability to leverage performance management and business intelligence tools (e.g., SAC, PowerBI, HFM) *Ideally, you'll also have:* - Project and change management experience - Data analysis and interpretation skills - Talent development and team management experience In return, we offer a competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, and comprehensive benefits, plus opportunities for career development and inclusivity. *Join us to shape our clients' finance future and your own. Apply today.*
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Full Job Description
At EY, were all in to shape your future with confidence.
Well help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.
Join EY and help to build a better working world.
Nu te rourou, nku te rourou, ka ora ai te iwi
With your contribution and my contribution, together we will thrive.
Hei Oranga Iwi | The opportunity
In a rapidly evolving, digital world, organizations must constantly rethink their strategies and performance. We help CFOsprimarily from multinational corporations, but also mid-sized companies and startupsreimagine the future of Finance and guide them through major transformation programs.
Whether its accelerating the move toward data-driven decision-making or exploring the possibilities of emerging technologies like GenAI and machine learning, we help our clients unlock the full potential of Finance and Finance Analytics. Our projects also include advising CFOs on how to optimize their management information, improve financial planning and analysis, develop new operating models including Global Business Services (GBS) or Global Capability Centres (GCCs), and implement better processes and technologies. Sustainability and long-term value creation are becoming more central to our work as well. In short, we work on a broad range of strategic topics that are high on the CFO agendatopics our Finance team is truly passionate about.
Ko T Rourou | Your key responsibilities
- Focus on finance change, helping the leadership of private and public sector organisations to assess and improve their Finance function.
- Work in multidisciplinary teams, provide insights and recommendations on people, processes, and systems, and work with clients to deliver improvements.
- Deepen your subject matter expertise as part of a global network of Finance and Performance Management advisory professionals.
Ng Pkenga | Skills and attributes for success
Youll have the skills and attributes below but dont worry if you dont tick all the boxes.
- A solid track record in (Digital) Finance and Finance process optimization (e.g., Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, Record-to-Report), with the ambition to deepen your expertise in Finance transformation and digital enablers
- Finance operating model transformation including transition to outsourcing, shared services, and/or automation.
- Finance organisation design and capability definition.
- Improvement of Finance transactional processes and systems.
- Design and implementation of improved reporting including KPI definition.
- Design and implementation of improved planning, budgeting, and forecasting, with a focus on financial planning and budgeting methodologies.
- Proficiency in SAP Analytics Cloud and experience with ERP/Technology programmes.
- Leveraging performance management and business intelligence tools including SAC, PowerBI, HFM.
Ideally, youll also have:
- Project and change management.
- Business process transformation via structured problem solving.
- Data analysis and interpretation.
- Generating valuable insights and delivering change for your internal/external clients.
- Experience in building and managing teams and developing talent.
Ko Taku Rourou | What we offer you
At EY, well fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Were proud to be recognised as the #1 WORK180 Endorsed Employer in the Top 101 Employers for Women 2026. Learn more.
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Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! Well develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences www.ey.com/nz/careerdevelopment
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Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
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A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including up to 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally www.ey.com/nz/benefits
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Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.
Inclusiveness is core to who we are and how we work together, driving value for our people and for our business. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at contactrecruitment@au.ey.com or +64 9 300 7044 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.
He rourou kai kei ringa hei tkoha? Tn haria mai!
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today
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EY | Building a better working world
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