Financial Reporting Manager FinOps

Candidate Description

A seasoned finance leader with over two decades of experience, this professional combines deep accounting expertise with a proven record of technology-enabled transformation across manufacturing, professional services and consulting sectors. They possess comprehensive knowledge of ERP ecosystems—spanning Dynamics AX, Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations and Oracle Financials—alongside modern analytics platforms such as QlikSense and Oracle EPM. Skilled in commercial business partnering, they excel at aligning financial strategy with organisational growth objectives.

Their technical acumen is demonstrated through hands-on delivery of multiple system implementations, including a greenfield Dynamics AX rollout for a Security Company and the enterprise deployment of Oracle EPM Planning for a Major Corporation. Adept at data-warehouse migrations, automated reporting and workflow optimisation, they have led initiatives that streamlined audit processes, automated AP workflows with AP/Invoicing automation, and saved substantial external-consulting costs. Strengths encompass advanced Excel modelling, SQL-based analysis, data warehousing, budgeting, forecasting and IFRS 15 compliance.

Combining strategic insight with collaborative leadership, they have managed finance teams of up to 21 staff, mentored emerging talent and guided cross-functional stakeholders through change. Their adaptable approach has delivered consistent value across diverse geographies—including Australia, New Zealand and Asia-Pacific regional hubs—while enabling data-driven decisions for executive leadership. Overall, this individual brings a rare blend of financial stewardship, systems proficiency and continuous-improvement mindset that drives operational excellence and sustainable growth.