Finance Transformation Lead at AGL

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Finance Transformation, System Migration, Data Architecture, Process Optimization, Financial Reporting, SAP HANA, Databricks, Data Modeling, Data Governance, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Change Leadership, Forecasting, Planning, Contract Valuations, Automation

Industry

Utilities

Description

Join the change. Electrify your future! We've been proudly Aussie since 1837, always finding new ways to innovate in energy and essential services. Now, we're moving towards a sustainable future through electrification and investing in renewable energy—and we’d like you to join us. Whether you're on-site, in the office, or somewhere in between, you'll find opportunities to grow your career here. You'll work with a team that's passionate about powering Australian lives, in a culture that values inclusivity, respect, and learning. Help us create a cleaner energy future, and we’ll back you every step of the way as you build your career. Join the change. Electrify your future. About the role The Finance Transformation Lead is responsible for leading end-to-end transformation of finance systems, data, and processes to support scalable, automated, and future‑ready target-state solutions. This role leads the design and delivery of finance transformation initiatives, including technology migration, data architecture, and uplift from current‑state processes to a clearly defined target state. The role combines strong finance domain expertise with practical technology and data experience, ensuring seamless system migration, process optimisation, and enhanced financial reporting capability. This is a 12 month maximum-term role, based in Melbourne. Key accountabilities of this role 1. Finance Transformation & Migration Lead the end-to-end finance transformation from SAP HANA to Databricks, partnering with Technology to redesign finance processes, data models, reporting frameworks, and target-state operating models aligned to business strategy. Define and document current and future-state architectures, including data flows, controls, and system dependencies, ensuring scalable, efficient, and well-governed solutions. Provide hands-on leadership across migration activities, including data validation, reconciliation, testing (SIT, UAT, parallel runs), deployment, and cutover support to ensure accuracy and continuity between legacy and target systems. Embed strong data governance, risk management, and auditability controls to maintain data integrity, regulatory compliance, and sustainable finance operations. Drive stakeholder engagement and change adoption by clearly communicating transformation objectives, managing risks and dependencies, and ensuring business readiness throughout all phases of migration. 2. Finance Data & Reporting Uplift Lead the design and enhancement of finance data pipelines and models supporting financial reporting, forecasting and planning, derivative accounting, contract valuations and modelling. Ensure robust integrations across source systems, data platforms, and reporting tools, with strong data governance, quality controls, and audit traceability. Drive continuous improvement by standardising and optimising finance data processes, embedding automation, reducing manual intervention, and supporting the onboarding of new products or regulatory changes into the target-state architecture. Strengthen organisational capability in modern data platforms and finance transformation practices to support scalable, sustainable finance operations. 3. Stakeholder Engagement & Change Leadership Operate as an independent and trusted transformation lead, partnering across Finance, Technology, Risk, and Business teams to shape priorities, define requirements, and align on strategic outcomes. Translate complex financial and regulatory requirements into practical, scalable technology and process solutions, influencing design decisions to balance control, efficiency, and commercial objectives. Lead and facilitate cross-functional working groups, driving alignment, resolving competing priorities, and proactively managing interdependencies and delivery risks. Influence senior stakeholders through clear, data-driven communication, ensuring transparency of impacts, trade-offs, and transformation benefits. We’d love to see your application submitted by Wednesday 1 April 2026. At AGL, we offer a wide range of benefits including: Flexible working options including hybrid work. Discounts on energy, telcos and solar plans. Participate in Energise - our reward & recognition program. Play an active role in our diversity & inclusion initiatives. Novated leasing and Electric Vehicle subscriptions. Access to study assistance, AGL’s share purchase plan and insurance deals. * Benefits may change over time and vary based on location. Inclusion at AGL At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit: www.agl.com.au/careers AGL is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women. Our pre-employment screening process includes a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a medical assessment if necessary. The information provided as part of your application to AGL will be managed in accordance with the AGL Privacy Policy. AGL does not accept agency submissions unless approval has been granted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team. Candidates submitted by an agency without approval will not be considered by AGL. Location Docklands VIC 3008 Job Family Group Project Management - Group At AGL, we believe energy makes life better. That’s why we’re passionate about powering the way Australians live, move and work. Like you, we believe that the world is going through extraordinary challenges. We don’t shy away from the tough questions and we consider the answers carefully. We work in partnership with our customers and communities, and take action to shape a better future for all. As life changes, we join the change, constantly evolving over more than 188 years. Today we bring all that know-how to transform how Australians produce, share and consume energy. We’re investing in new ideas, partnerships and infrastructure – renewing and expanding our portfolio of sources and products to help make them more sustainable, reliable, affordable and useful. We’ll continue to innovate in energy and other essential services to enhance the way Australians live, and to help preserve the world around us for future generations.

Responsibilities

The Lead is responsible for driving the end-to-end transformation of finance systems, data, and processes, focusing on migrating from SAP HANA to Databricks while redesigning operating models. This includes leading design, delivery, data pipeline enhancement, and ensuring robust governance and integration across financial reporting and planning functions.