Finance Transformation Lead

VIC - Melbourne - 655 Collins StService Stream is undertaking a major enterprise-wide ERP modernisation to standardise finance processes, strengthen governance and improve operational integration across a complex contract and project delivery environment.

As a Finance Transformation Lead, you will play a senior role in shaping and delivering the finance workstream of the ERP program. Operating at the intersection of finance, operations and technology, this role will ensure that future-state finance processes are robust, scalable and aligned to the commercial realities of an infrastructure services business.

This position requires a commercially astute finance leader with hands-on ERP implementation experience, strong industry knowledge and the ability to influence senior stakeholders through a period of significant change.

Please note this is a full time, 12-month fixed term contract position based in our Melbourne office, supporting hybrid working arrangements.

• Enterprise Process Design & Standardisation
  • Lead and support the design and implementation of future-state finance processes across project, service and contract-based delivery models.
  • Ensure alignment between operational delivery structures and financial control frameworks.
  • Drive consistency, simplification and scalability in finance processes across business units.

• ERP Transformation Delivery
  • Act as a senior finance lead within the ERP program across design, build, testing and deployment phases.
  • Provide subject matter expertise across core finance domains including project accounting, cost management, revenue recognition, procurement and budgeting.
  • Ensure financial control integrity is maintained throughout system and process change.

• Operational & Systems Integration
  • Partner with operational leaders and technology teams to ensure effective integration between finance and operational systems.
  • Support the design of data structures and reporting frameworks that enhance visibility across projects and service contracts.

• Governance & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Engage with senior finance and operational leaders to align on design decisions and implementation priorities.
  • Provide structured analysis and recommendations to support informed decision-making.
  • Support business readiness, change management and adoption across impacted teams.

• Data & Reporting
  • Contribute to master data design and migration activities to ensure financial accuracy and continuity.
  • Support development of enhanced reporting capabilities to improve commercial insight and performance management.

Skills and experience

Essential:

• 10+ years’ experience in finance, commercial or transformation roles.
• Strong grounding in financial control, revenue recognition and project accounting.
• Experience in ERP implementation programs (SAP S/4HANA highly regarded).
• Demonstrated ability to operate within complex, multi‑contract environments.
• Experience preparing structured impact assessments and governance documentation.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders.

Desirable:

• Experience in maintenance services, utilities or asset intensive industries.
• Exposure to data, reporting or master data transformation activities.
• Experience supporting change management or business readiness activities.

Qualifications

• Degree qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Commerce or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (CA/CPA) desirable.
• ERP‑related training or certifications advantageous.

About Us

Service Stream is an equal opportunity ASX‑listed business that develops and operates Australia’s essential service networks across telecommunications, utilities, transport, defence and social infrastructure industries. We keep communities connected.

Benefits of working with us include

• Flexible working – genuine flexibility options available.
• Growth – national career pathways across multiple business units.
• Discounts – retail partners including Woolworths, Airbnb, JB Hi‑Fi, Bupa and more.
• Paid leave – parental, cultural, community service, study, volunteering and purchased leave.
• Culture – a workplace that values diversity, inclusion and celebrates excellence.

How to apply

Please submit your application using the Apply button, where you’ll be directed to create a profile in our recruitment system.

We welcome applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability or neurodivergence, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, Veterans and individuals from all diverse backgrounds.

Applications will not be accepted via email. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact talent.corporate@servicestream.com.au.

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